The Detroit Lions aren't going to apply the franchise tag to defensive end Romeo Okwara, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reported earlier in the day the Lions aren't expected to tag star wide receiver Kenny Golladay either.
Okwara enjoyed a career year in 2020, registering 39 tackles, 10 sacks and three forced fumbles.
The 2021 free-agent class features some of the NFL's top playmakers.
Superstar quarterback Dak Prescott is the biggest name off the board after he and the Dallas Cowboys agreed to a new contract.