Source: Randy Hill, FOXSports.com [ Full Article ] Now that Angelina Jolie has slapped the franchise tag on Brad Pitt, the most compelling issues in free agency have been reconciled. That's especially true in the NFL, where revenue streams were upgraded to tidal waves. Before the checkbooks were opened, teams were informed that the salary cap had been bumped up to $109 million a hike of $17 million from last season. This largesse was bestowed upon quite a few fortunate free agents, including cornerback Nate Clements, whose $80 million contract takes him from Buffalo to San Francisco.
Getting Adalius Thomas was a huge coup for the Patriots. Now can they settle things with Asante Samuel? The alternatives there are not great.
