The NFL franchise tag window officially opens today, Tuesday, February 19 starting at 4:00 PM ET. Here’s a look at what this development means for the Philadelphia Eagles and their potential tag candidate, Nick Foles.
What you need to know about the tag
Teams typically use the franchise designation to prevent one of their key impending free agents from leaving in free agency. Teams have a two-week period to apply this designation; this year’s deadline is on March 5 before 4:00 PM ET.
There are three tag versions: the exclusive franchise tag, the non-exclusive franchise tag, and the transition tag.