One of the key members of the Washington Redskins offensive line is set to hit free agency this offseason. Brandon Scherff, a five-year starter for the Redskins at right guard, will see his contract expire when the NFL’s new league year begins in mid-March.
But it doesn’t look like he’s actually going to reach that point.
According to ESPN’s Jenna Laine, the Redskins are expected to slap Scherff with the franchise tag this offseason. Laine posted the news on Twitter earlier today.
This is a sensible decision. If the Redskins and Scherff can’t agree on a long-term deal, keeping him around via the franchise tag is the next best thing.