NFL teams could begin playing tag on Tuesday, and it’s no kids’ game for the 32 teams. Applying franchise and even transition tags to players can have major ramifications on a team’s present and future. That was never more of a consideration than this year, with the salary cap decreasing for now by $18 million. That’s the first time the cap has gone down, which is due to lost revenues caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. It could have a significant impact. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers don’t relish losing the likes of linebackers Shaq Barrett and Lavonte David, wide receiver Chris Godwin, running back Leonard Fournette, tight end Rob Gronkowski or defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh. Look for one of them to get tagged for a one-year, guaranteed contract.
