NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported Tuesday morning the Giants are expected to franchise tag Leonard Williams. This comes after Williams underwent likely the best season of his career, leading the team in both sacks (11.5) and quarterback hits (30).
However, the franchise tag may not stick, but instead be used as a placeholder for a long-term deal to eventually come to fruition in the future.
The #Giants are expected to franchise tag standout DL Leonard Williams, source said. It’s viewed as a placeholder for a long-term deal, which the two sides will continue to work towards.