NFL salary cap to exceed $300 million, Patriots in good shape for 2026
Pats Pulpit • • sports
Key Points:
- The NFL has projected the 2026 salary cap to be between $301.2 million and $305.7 million per team, marking a 7.9% to 9.5% increase from the 2025 cap of $279.2 million.
- This rise continues a trend of significant salary cap growth, with an increase of over $100 million in the last five years following a pandemic-related dip.
- The New England Patriots, despite heavy offseason activity last year, are currently projected to be $42.6 million under the 2026 salary cap with 50 players signed, placing them in the top 10 in cap space.
- The Patriots maintain financial flexibility to sustain roster quality and pursue new talent
