Some Internet hack has used his Monday column for SportingNews.com as a vehicle for pissing and moaning about the franchise tag.

Said Internet hack thinks that the tag needs to be changed, so that the apparent prestige of the label is matched by its true value to players who in lieu of getting long-term financial security are getting a very good salary but for only one season.

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Meanwhile, said Internet hack’s relationship with the very good folks at Sporting News is gradually expanding.  In addition to the Tuesday night spots on Sporting News Radio with our great friend Todd Wright, we’re gradually invading other SNR programming.  Most recently, we paid a visit to The Tim Brando Show on Monday afternoon.

Brando is one of those all-sports guys, but he was amazingly knowledgeable about college and pro football.  (Yeah, we’re sucking up to get a return invite.)