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NFL Rumors – Cincinnati Bengals Not Giving Michael Johnson a Long-Term Deal
One of the best defensive players in the 2013 free agency market was Michael Johnson, but the Cincinnati Bengals quickly slapped the franchise tag on him to avoid any talent escaping from their excellent defense, the main reason for their success over the last couple of seasons.
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2013 NFL Season – 8 Players With the Franchise Tag
Only 8 teams chose to use the Franchise tag heading into the 2013 NFL season, avoiding some key players like Michael Johnson, Anthony Spencer, Jairus Byrd and Ryan Clady from hitting free agency, although it was surprising not to see the New England Patriots make use of that option.
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5 NFL Players Teams Should Use the Franchise Tag On
Deciding on using the franchise tag isn’t always a question of ability; it’s often about economics, or simply avoiding making a decision if possible. Joe Flacco, the biggest name in free agency this season, will probably be franchised by the Baltimore Ravens, who don’t want to pay him the kind of money his agent does. Michael Johnson, Jairus Byrd and Dwayne Bowe will join him in the tag list as well.
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Best NFL Free Agents in 2013
The 2013 NFL Free agency class is dominated by players from the Baltimore Ravens, as Joe Flacco, Paul Kruger and Cary Williams might hit the market. Most of the talent that can be bought for money comes in the form of offensive linemen, like Ryan Clady and Sebastian Vollmer, or guys who can rush the passer, like Anthony Spencer and Michael Johnson.