One of the most underrated running backs in the game today is the New York Giants power back Brandon Jacobs. 

The guy puts up solid numbers every season now and you never hear his name mention with the other top running backs in the game like LaDainian Tomlinson or Adrian Peterson. He may not be as quick as LT or Peterson, but he definitely gets the job done for the Giants as they have tried to recover from losing Tiki Barber a couple seasons ago.

As a way of showing their appreciation for Jacobs they have labeled him with the franchise tag much like what the New England Patriots have done with back up quarterback Mat Cassel who played great in place of an injured Tom Brady.

With this franchise tag Jacobs will be guaranteed to make at least $6.6 million if he sticks with the New York Giants or decides to go elsewhere. 

Pretty good deal for a very good running back!