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Bengals Eye $93.8M Cap Space for Roster Moves
6 May
Summary
- Cincinnati Bengals could gain $93.8 million in salary cap space.
- Restructuring Joe Burrow's contract is a primary method.
- Team seeks to improve roster, potentially adding Bobby Wagner.
The Cincinnati Bengals are poised to make substantial salary cap space gains, potentially reaching $93.8 million through contract restructures. This financial flexibility is crucial as the offseason continues. Director of Player Personnel Duke Tobin confirmed the team is actively working through these adjustments following the draft.
Restructuring quarterback Joe Burrow's contract represents a primary avenue for generating significant cap relief. Tobin emphasized the team's commitment to improving the roster and pursuing a championship, indicating openness to any necessary financial maneuvers.
This increased cap space could facilitate the acquisition of high-impact players, such as linebacker Bobby Wagner. His veteran presence and elite play are seen as a potential significant upgrade to the team's linebacker corps and could aid the development of younger players on the roster.
