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Kirk Cousins Signs Franchise Tag Tender

Washington Redskins quarterback Kirk Cousins has signed his franchise tag for the 2017 season. Washington placed the franchise tag on Cousins on Feb. 28 and remain hopeful about a long-term deal.

After receiving the exclusive franchise tag from the Washington Redskins on Feb. 28, quarterback Kirk Cousins has signed his franchise tender.

Cousins, 28, is entering his sixth season with the Redskins and third as the team’s starting quarterback.

Since being drafted in the fourth round of the 2012 NFL Draft, Cousins has thrown for more than 12,000 yards with 72 touchdown passes to 42 interceptions.