The deadline to place the franchise tag on players in the NFL is 4 pm Eastern today. 

The following players have been tagged by their respective teams: 

Bengals defensive end Michael Johnson

Bears defensive tackle Henry Melton

Bills safety Jairus Byrd

Broncos left tackle Ryan Clady

Colts punter Pat McAfee

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