The franchise tag costs are set for the 2024 season, and they could prove important for the New England Patriots, if they decide to tag any of their pending free agents in the offseason.
But who would be the likeliest candidates in New England to receive the franchise tag?
The easy answer would be safety Kyle Dugger and offensive guard/tackle Mike Onwenu. Dugger stepped up as the leader in the defensive backfield after Devin McCourty retired, and Onwenu proved invaluable for the Patriots due to his ability to play at both the guard and tackle positions.