Cleveland Browns put franchise tag on Phil Dawson

With the NFL franchise tag deadline looming on February 23, 2011, the Cleveland Browns have reportedly used their franchise tag on kicker Phil Dawson, that's according to ESPN's Adam Schefter and the Cleveland Leader.

Dawson, who is 36-years-old, made 23 of 28 field goals in 2011 and all 28 of his extra points.

The 12-year veteran has been with the Browns his entire career.