Locked On 49ers - Daily Podcast On The San Francisco 49ers

Franchise Tag Giveth and Taketh Away Potential 49ers Free Agent and Trade Targets

Feb 24, 2026
Discussion of likely franchise-tag candidates around the league and how that could open up trade or cut targets. A spotlight on Michael Pittman Jr. as a potential affordable pass-catcher fit for San Francisco. Debate over whether the team should pursue trades in March to address needs before the draft. Quick takes on receiver measurables, draft strategy, and linebacker depth.
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INSIGHT

Franchise Tags Can Create Unexpected Trade Targets

  • Franchise tags can reshape free agency availability and create trade targets for teams like the 49ers.
  • Brian Peacock explains Colts' potential tag decisions on Alec Pierce could make Michael Pittman expendable due to his large cap hit.
ADVICE

Move Veterans With Large One Year Cap Hits

  • Consider trade or release when a veteran carries a large one-year cap hit to save cap space.
  • Peacock points out the Colts could save roughly $24 million by moving Michael Pittman with one year left.
ANECDOTE

Crocker Remembered Pittman As A High School To NFL Prospect

  • Eric Crocker recalls evaluating Michael Pittman coming out of USC and how his college traits matched NFL potential.
  • Crocker says Pittman was a big, smooth mover who graded high in that 2020 class alongside Tee Higgins.
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