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Bucs' Shaq Barrett Files Grievance to Be Designated DE on Franchise Tag Contract

Shaquil Barrett is seeking to be designated as a defensive end on his franchise tag with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Drew Rosenhaus, Barrett's agent, told ESPN's Adam Schefter his client has accepted the one-year franchise tender but filed a grievance with the NFL Players Association to be listed as a defensive end instead of linebacker.

ESPN's Jeremy Fowler added that Barrett and the Bucs are still discussing a long-term deal before the July 15 deadline.

Per Over the Cap, the 2020 franchise tag value for defensive ends is $17.788 million and $15.