The Dolphins didn’t wait long, using the franchise tag on receiver Jarvis Landry on the first day. The team announced the move Tuesday night.
We have placed the franchise tag on wide receiver Jarvis Landry.
— Miami Dolphins (@MiamiDolphins) February 21, 2018
The franchise tag for a receiver is projected to cost $16.2 million.
The Dolphins now have until 4 p.m. ET on July 16 to get Landry signed to a long-term deal.
Landry, 25, has 400 catches for 4,038 yards and 22 touchdowns in his four-year career.