Bengals restructure Joe Burrow’s contract, create $10 million in cap space: Source
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- The Cincinnati Bengals restructured Joe Burrow’s five-year, $275 million contract for the first time since signing it in September 2023, freeing up about $10 million in cap space for 2026.
- This restructuring spreads a portion of Burrow’s base salary over the remainder of his contract, which runs through the 2029 season.
- The move was prompted by the Bengals' April trade for star defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence, which significantly reduced their cap space to the third-lowest in the NFL.
- Following the restructure, the Bengals now have approximately $17 million in cap space, ranking 18th in the league, allowing them more financial flexibility during the season.
- Cincinnati is also negotiating extensions with several young players and signed second-round pick Cashius Howell, completing their seven-man draft class signings.