The way franchise tax is applied can vary significantly from state to state. Some states charge a flat fee, while others use a sliding scale based on the company’s size or revenue. For example ...

The window for NFL teams to place the franchise tag on players opens at 4 p.m. ET Tuesday and they must do it by the 4 p.m. March 4 deadline. If the Bengals place the tag on Higgins, it doesn’t ...

With Super Bowl LIX in the books, it's time for the NFL offseason. On February 18, the NFL's two-week franchise tag window opened. During that period, NFL teams were able to apply the franchise ...

What is the franchise tag in the NFL? The franchise tag is a useful tool for NFL general managers who are trying to keep a roster together by retaining an important pending free agent. In the ...

As the NFL offseason hits, all 32 teams will be seeking to retain their top free agents — and one option to do so, the franchise tag, has become one of the most intriguing ways for teams to ...

This story has been updated with new information. The window for teams to franchise tag players is almost open and will remain open for two weeks ahead of the start of free agency. But how much is ...

Initial franchise fees can range from $10,000 to $50,000 or more, depending on the brand and industry. Startup costs include ...

One way to do that is with the franchise tag. Check out everything you need to know about the NFL's franchise tag for the 2025 season. The NFL franchise tag is a way for a team to keep a player ...