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As the market for unrestricted free agents begins to dry up, players who received the franchise tag may want to consider signing it. So far, only three of the eight tagged players have signed. Mike Florio discusses why some teams may rescind their franchise tag offer in the coming days. (NBC Sports)

ProFootballTalk: The Falcons and 49ers are contenders in the Darrelle Revis sweepstakes, and Mike Florio wonders how high the price tag can be for the shutdown corner if both teams enter a bidding war. (NBC Sports)

ProFootballTalk: In an unexpected move, the Cowboys have placed the franchise tag on LB Anthony Spencer. Coming off a rough 2012 and tabbed with learning a new defensive scheme in 2013, why did Dallas hold on to the former first-round pick? (NBC Sports)

PFT Live: The deadline to use the franchise tag on a player is closing, and Mike Florio breaks down some issues that are coming up. The Titans will likely use the tag on TE Jared Coook, but Cook thinks he should be considered a WR because of how often he lines up in the slot. The Rams, meanwhile, have to make a decision on what to do with WR Danny Amendola. (NBC Sports)

PFT Live: Mike Florio explains how the franchise tag works, and believes that teams are waiting as long as possible before they have to use their tags. (NBC Sports)

PFT Live: Colts' punter Pat McAfee joins the show to talk about the Colts. Was Collie's release a surprise to the team? What will losing Freeney mean for the Colts? How did McAfee change from a kicker to a punter? Why won't players accept rule changes meant to make the game safer? (NBC Sports)

ProFootballTalk: The PFT crew breaks down everything you need to know about the NFL's franchise tag. Based off the 2012 season, which players have the best chance of being tagged by their respective teams? (NBC Sports)

The two week franchise tag window is set to open, and Mike Florio says not to be surprised if many teams use it to their advantage again this year. One guy we can assume will be tagged, if a long-term deal isn't worked out, is Super Bowl winning QB Joe Flacco. (NBC Sports)

ProFootballTalk: With roughly $10 million coming his way in 2013, the Packers decided to part ways with DB Charles Woodson. How high will the level of interest be for the 15-year veteran? (NBC Sports)

GOP presidential hopeful Mitt Romney's five sons chat with TODAY's Matt Lauer about the "overwhelming" emotions they will be feeling when their father accepts the nomination at the RNC, saying they debated as a family whether he should run again. They also reveal a hint of what Romney will speak about. (TODAY)