Bears Use Franchise Tag on Jaylon Johnson: What Does It Mean?
The Bears made a bold move by using the non-exclusive franchise tag on Jaylon Johnson, setting the stage for a potential high-stakes showdown. But what exactly does this mean for the team and the player, and how does it differ from other tag options?
The Bears made a bold move by using the non-exclusive franchise tag on Jaylon Johnson, setting the stage for a potential high-stakes showdown. But what exactly does this mean for the team and the player, and how does it differ from other tag options?
Understanding the Franchise Tag Options
When it comes to NFL franchise tags, there are three main options teams can choose from:
- Non-exclusive franchise tag
- Exclusive franchise tag
- Transition tag
The non-exclusive franchise tag is the most commonly used option, offering players a salary based on the top-five salaries at their position over the last five years. This allows players to negotiate with other teams for a potential deal, with the current team having the right to match or receive compensation if the player leaves.
On the other hand, the exclusive franchise tag locks players into a salary based on the current year's top-five salaries at their position, with no negotiation allowed with other teams. The transition tag falls in between, offering a salary based on the top-10 salaries at the position, with negotiation rights for the player and the current team.
Bears' Strategy with Jaylon Johnson
In the case of Jaylon Johnson, the Bears opted for the non-exclusive tag due to its cost-effectiveness and the potential for significant compensation if Johnson were to sign with another team. While the transition tag could have saved more money, it also posed a risk of losing Johnson without any compensation.
The franchise tag gives the Bears more time to negotiate a long-term deal with Johnson, pushing the deadline to mid-July. While this extra time can sometimes lead to a new contract, it often results in a one-year, fully guaranteed deal.
If a deal is not reached by the deadline, Johnson will have the choice to sign the tag for $19.8 million or hold out for a better offer.
Overall, the franchise tag decision sets the stage for a high-stakes negotiation between the Bears and Jaylon Johnson, with both sides looking to come out on top in the end.
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