The Kirk Cousins contract saga appears destined for Chapter 2 this offseason.

Cousins is set to become a free agent March 1, meaning the Redskins have a little more than a week to place the franchise tag on their starting quarterback before possibly losing him.

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Of course, the two sides could agree to a long-term contract before Washington is forced to use the franchise tag, but, according to Pro Football Talk, that will not happen.

The Redskins and Cousins went through a similar song and dance last offseason. Cousins wanted a long-term deal, but the Redskins were hesitant, so Cousins signed a one-year, $19.95 million franchise-tag deal.

If Washington tags Cousins again this year, his contract would be worth $23.94 million.

Players can be tagged only three times in their careers. If Cousins is tagged this season, it would be his second time. Should he ever be tagged a third time, he would receive a 44 percent increase in salary over his franchise-tag rate.

Cousins was inconsistent last season, but he still showcased the ability to run Washington's offense and gave the team a chance to win on multiple occasions. He finished last season with 4,917 yards passing and 25 touchdowns.