Washington Times · Jul 14, 2020
Redskins won't reach deal with Scherff before deadline
Washington Redskins offensive guard Brandon Scherff (75) watches from the bench during the second half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2015, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast) ** FILE **The Washington Redskins reportedly won’t reach a long-term deal with right guard Brandon Scherff ahead of this year’s deadline for players given the franchise tag.
Teams have until Wednesday to reach an agreement, but ESPN reported Monday that Washington “will wait” until after the 2020 season to attempt to sign Scherff to an extension.
In March, Washington placed the franchise tag on Scherff, worth nearly $15 million for one year.
