ESPN’s Adam Schefter and Dianna Russini are reporting that Derrick Henry has signed his franchise tender today and that he and the team are committed to working towards a long term deal.
That’s relatively big news for those that were concerned about the franchise tag creating friction between the NFL’s reigning rushing champ and the team. This guarantees that there will be no protracted holdout this summer and fans don’t have to sweat it out as the months drag on.
This is a good faith showing from Henry and demonstrates a high level of trust in the team and their commitment to getting something worked out with him.