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Bengals use franchise tag on A.J. Green over his objection

by AP Sports Writer
| March 16, 2020 12:10 PM

CINCINNATI (AP) — The Bengals used their franchise tag on A.J. Green on Monday, giving them time to try to work out a long-term deal with the seven-time Pro Bowler who is one of the most accomplished receivers in franchise history and would be a vital asset for breaking in a new quarterback.

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