Since John Elway has been the general manager of the Denver Broncos, the team has only used the franchise tag a few times. Will he use it in 2020 on Justin Simmons?
In 2012, Elway used the franchise tag for the first time on kicker Matt Prater before signing him to a long-term contract.
In 2013, the Broncos placed the franchise tag on offensive tackle Ryan Clady before eventually signing him to a long-term deal.
In 2015, Elway placed the franchise tag on wide receiver Demaryius Thomas, who also signed a long-term deal with the team.