Bengals restructure Joe Burrow's contract for cap space
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Key Points:
- The Cincinnati Bengals have restructured quarterback Joe Burrow’s contract to create $10 million in salary cap space.
- This move was made to help finance the acquisition of defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence, who was signed earlier in the offseason.
- The Bengals initially believed they could manage their finances without altering Burrow’s deal but opted to restructure after the Lawrence signing.
- Joe Burrow, who will turn 30 in December, is under contract with Cincinnati through the 2029 season.
- Last season, Burrow played eight games, completing 66.8% of his passes for 1,809 yards, 17 touchdowns, and five interceptions.