Franchise and Transition Tags

Teams can use both tags. So the Titans could franchise tag Ryan Tannehill and transition tag Derrick Henry. Yes, there’s a difference. Usually, teams can only use one, but not this year.

Back to the Titans. If they franchise Tannehill, they will require draft picks in return for his services and teams aren’t going to give that up. Henry could go out and find the best deal, but if the Titans transition tag him, Tennessee will be able to match any offer. The reason for the two tags is simple . . .