20 candidates for NFL franchise or transition tags

Dak Prescott heads a list of 20 candidates for the NFL’s franchise and tags.

2. Jameis Winston, QB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

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This is one of the most difficult calls throughout the league. Although Winston threw for over 5,000 yards, but also was intercepted a league-high 30 times. The Bucs may be hesitant to give a long-term contract for big money to a quarterback that has been so inconsistent. But they also don’t want someone with his raw talent to walk away. That’s why the franchise tag ($27 million for a quarterback) might be the best solution.