The Cincinnati Bengals have placed the franchise tag on defensive end Michael Johnson.
The Cincinnati Bengals have placed the franchise tag on defensive end Michael Johnson.
Johnson exploded for 11 1/2 sacks in 2012. Over four seasons with the Bengals, Johnson has 146 tackles, 23 sacks and two interceptions.
The tag on Johnson will require a one-year deal worth $11.175 million.
Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Michael Johnson signed his franchise tender on Friday.
The Cincinnati Bengals signed quarterback Josh Johnson and re-signed tight end Richard Quinn on Saturday.
The Cincinnati Bengals took another step towards keeping their formidable defensive line intact at the start of Tuesday's free agent period, with the team announcing it has re-signed veteran end Robert Geathers to an undisclosed contract.
A warrant has been issued for the arrest of former NFL wide receiver Chad Johnson in South Florida.
Former NFL wide receiver Chad Johnson has been arrested on charges that he violated probation stemming from an altercation with his now ex-wife, TV reality star Evelyn Lozada.
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