The Arizona Cardinals are determined to keep Chandler Jones.
Cardinals head coach Bruce Arians said on Monday that the team will franchise tag Jones if they are unable to reach a long-term deal with the talented pass-rusher.
The Cardinals acquired Jones from the Patriots in a trade prior to this season. He finished the season with excellent stats once again — 49 tackles, 11 sacks and four forced fumbles.
The former first-round pick’s rookie deal is expiring, making him a restricted free agent. But Arizona views him as an asset and wants to keep him.
