The Dallas Cowboys placed the franchise tag on talented running back Tony Pollard Monday, ensuring that he’ll be on the roster even if the two sides cannot reach a long-term deal before the Tuesday deadline, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported.
The one-year tag will cost $10.091 million for next season.
For division rival, Philadelphia, the NFL’s new league year is fast approaching, and one major domino will center around Miles Sanders, and how much the running back can land on the open market.
That decision for Howie Roseman just got even more difficult thanks to Jerry Jones.
Sanders made his first Pro Bowl, amassed 1,200+ rushing yards and 10+ touchdowns this season, and will look to land among the top-paid players at his position.
How does the tag impact Pollard, the Cowboys, and more importantly, Miles Sanders going forward?