It sounds crazy, especially for a player coming off of an ACL injury, but the Tampa Bay Buccaneers should use the Franchise Tag on starting middle linebacker Kwon Alexander. Unknown as to whether or not he will return to his usual level of play, many would say is a risk to bring back a player after such a significant injury.
However, it is precisely because of the injury and the concerns that follow that the Bucs should not allow Alexander to hit free agency. The Franchise Tag extends the player on an expiring contract for one season, paying that player the no less than the average of the top ten earners at his position, or 120% of his current contract, whichever is higher.