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Cost of Applying the Franchise Tag in 2008

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These figures are released each January by the Players Association (NFLPA) after the full cost of all player contracts for the prior season has been computed, including performance bonuses, performance incentives, etc. They are critically important to NFL clubs in planning their free agency and salary cap budgets and strategies for the coming contract year.

Listed in descending order by amount:

Position	Amount
Quarterbacks	$10,730,000
Cornerbacks	$9,465,000
Defensive Ends	$8,879,000
Linebackers	$8,065,000
Wide Receivers	$7,848,000
Offensive Linemen	$7,455,000
Running Backs	$6,538,000
Defensive tackles	$6,363,000
Tight Ends	$4,522,000
Safeties	$4,396,000
Kickers	$2,541,000

Source(s): ESPN.com

Posted Sunday, January 27, 2008