NFL<\/a> announced that the salary cap would increase from $255.4M in 2024 to somewhere between $277.5 million and $281.5 million for the 2025 season which will ease the burden somewhat for teams near or over the cap limit. Taking the estimated midpoint of $279.5 million as the baseline, here is how the cap space for each team will look as per Over The Cap.<\/p>Available Cap Space Per NFL Team<\/h2> As things stand at the moment, the New Orleans Saints need to make major moves and contract restructuring as they are over the cap by $47.2 million. On the flip side, the New England Patriots sit pretty with $126.7 million at their disposal. <\/p>Team<\/strong><\/td>Available Salary Cap<\/strong><\/td>Dead Money<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>New Orleans Saints<\/td> -$47.2 million <\/td> $48,432,346<\/td><\/tr> Cleveland Browns <\/td> -$24.3 million <\/td> $51,556,440<\/td><\/tr> Buffalo Bills <\/td> -$10.1 million <\/td> $11,820,022<\/td><\/tr> Seattle Seahawks<\/td> -$6.5 million <\/td> $248,329<\/td><\/tr> Atlanta Falcons<\/td> -$5.0 million <\/td> $3,451,660<\/td><\/tr> Miami Dolphins<\/td> $1.6 million <\/td> $27,847,807<\/td><\/tr> Dallas Cowboys <\/td> $2.5 million <\/td> $20,725,931<\/td><\/tr> Houston Texans <\/td> $5.0 million<\/td> $19,676,224<\/td><\/tr> Kansas City Chiefs<\/td> $7.9 million<\/td> $226,354<\/td><\/tr> Tampa Bay Buccaneers <\/td> $8.4 million <\/td> $32,128,419<\/td><\/tr> Baltimore Ravens <\/td> $13.0 million <\/td> $8,691,146<\/td><\/tr> Philadelphia Eagles <\/td> $19.6 million <\/td> $50,861,930<\/td><\/tr> New York Jets <\/td> $23.9 million <\/td> $22,381,413<\/td><\/tr> Carolina Panthers <\/td> $24.8 million <\/td> $15,062,017<\/td><\/tr> Indianapolis Colts <\/td> $35.2 million <\/td> $816,703<\/td><\/tr> Jacksonville Jaguars <\/td> $38.2 million <\/td> $22,241,468<\/td><\/tr> Denver Broncos <\/td> $41.8 million <\/td> $33,452,617<\/td><\/tr> Los Angeles Rams <\/td> $44.4 million <\/td> $19,957,506<\/td><\/tr> New York Giants <\/td> $48.4 million <\/td> $27,299,521<\/td><\/tr> Green Bay Packers <\/td> $49.1 million <\/td> $18,314,706<\/td><\/tr> San Francisco 49ers <\/td> $50.7 million <\/td> $34,970,802<\/td><\/tr> Tennessee Titans <\/td> $51.1 million <\/td> $11,551,924<\/td><\/tr> Detroit Lions <\/td> $51.9 million <\/td> $18,802,932<\/td><\/tr> Cincinnati Bengals <\/td> $53.1 million <\/td> $357,962<\/td><\/tr> Pittsburgh Steelers <\/td> $60.3 million <\/td> $45,335<\/td><\/tr> Minnesota Vikings <\/td> $63.3 million <\/td> $10,727,822<\/td><\/tr> Chicago Bears<\/td> $69.0 million <\/td> $2,385,227<\/td><\/tr> Los Angeles Chargers <\/td> $70.4 million <\/td> $3,350,553<\/td><\/tr> Arizona Cardinals <\/td> $76.5 million <\/td> $9,257,497<\/td><\/tr> Washington Commanders<\/td> $82.2 million<\/td> $8,127,733<\/td><\/tr> Las Vegas Raiders <\/td> $99.6 million <\/td> $29,273,438<\/td><\/tr> New England Patriots <\/td> $128.3 million <\/td> $7,239,378<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>New Orleans Saints: -$47.2 million (over the cap)<\/h3> The New Orleans Saints have a lot to deal with this offseason as they need to work out how to get compliant with the salary cap. With $47.2 million over the cap, many big decisions face the Saints organization as they will need to keep a fair amount for the draft as well. <\/p>Top cap-hit players<\/strong><\/td>Cap hit<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>Dereck Carr – QB<\/td> $51.45 million<\/td><\/tr> Cameron Jordan – DE<\/td> $20.06 million<\/td><\/tr> Taysom Hill – TE<\/td> $18.23 million<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>Cleveland Browns: -$24.3 million (over the cap)<\/h3> The Cleveland Browns made one of the worst decisions ever when they signed quarterback Deshaun Watson to a mega fully guaranteed deal back in 2022. Not only has Watson not lived up to his contract owing to his suspension and injuries, but he also comes with a massive cap hit. Myles Garrett, their best player on the defense has requested a trade but as far as the Browns are concerned they want to keep him longer which means more cap issues. <\/p>Top cap-hit players<\/strong><\/td>Cap hit<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>Deshaun Watson – QB<\/td> $72.93 million<\/td><\/tr> Denzel Ward – CB<\/td> $24.56 million<\/td><\/tr> Myles Garrett – DE<\/td> $19.72 million<\/td><\/tr> Jack Conklin – RT<\/td> $19.17 million<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>Buffalo Bills: -$10.1 million (over the cap)<\/h3> Josh Allen is the biggest cap hit for the Buffalo Bills heading into 2025. However, they have a few more players with cap hits close to above $20 million. Defensive end, Von Miller, who is 36 now, could be a potential trade candidate and that would free up a lot of cash. <\/p>Top cap-hit players<\/strong><\/td>Cap hit<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>Josh Allen – QB<\/td> $44.73 million<\/td><\/tr> Von Miller – DE<\/td> $23.81 million<\/td><\/tr> Ed Oliver – DT<\/td> $20.67 million<\/td><\/tr> Dion Dawkins – LT<\/td> $19.99 million <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>Seattle Seahawks: -$6.5 million (over the cap)<\/h3> The Seahawks, who are a little over $6 million over the cap should be able to make some adjustments to get back under the limit. Their biggest cap hits come from quarterback Geno Smith and veteran wide receivers D.K. Metcalf and Tyler Lockett. <\/p>Top cap-hit players<\/strong><\/td>Cap hit<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>Geno Smith – QB<\/td> $44.50 million<\/td><\/tr> D.K. Metcalf – WR<\/td> $31.87 million<\/td><\/tr> Tyler Lockett – WR<\/td> $30.89 million<\/td><\/tr> Dre’Mont Jones – DE<\/td> $25.64 million<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>Atlanta Falcons: -$5 million (over the cap)<\/h3> The Falcons’ biggest cap hit comes from Kirk Cousins, but that is not all. They have nearly 6 players whose cap hit is close to or more than $20 million. The Falcons have some needs at the edge and the secondary.<\/p>Top cap-hit players<\/strong><\/td>Cap hit<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>Kirk Cousins – QB<\/td> $40.00 million<\/td><\/tr> Chris Lindstrom – G<\/td> $22.25 million<\/td><\/tr> Jesse Bates III – FS<\/td> $22.25 million<\/td><\/tr> Jake Matthews – LT<\/td> $21.77 million<\/td><\/tr> Grady Jerrett – DT<\/td> $20.37 million<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>Miami Dolphins: $1.6 million available <\/h3> The Miami Dolphins are just over the cap with $1.6 million. They will still have to work out a few details in preparation for free agency, trades, and of course the draft. The veteran duo of Tua Tagovailoa and Tyreek Hill are the biggest cap hits for Miami. <\/p>Top cap-hit players<\/strong><\/td>Cap hit<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>Tua Tagovailoa – QB<\/td> $39.44 million<\/td><\/tr> Tyreek Hill – WR<\/td> $28.69 million<\/td><\/tr> Bradley Chubb – OLB<\/td> $28.66 million<\/td><\/tr> Terron Armstead – LT<\/td> $22.81 million<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><\/p>
Dallas Cowboys: $2.5 million available <\/h3> The Cowboys need to reload this year if they are to make significant progress after a disappointing 2024. They will need to use their cap space wisely, especially given that their top 3 players, Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, and Micah Parsons make up the majority of their cap hit. <\/p>Top cap-hit players<\/strong><\/td>Cap hit<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>Dak Prescott – QB<\/td> $89.89 million<\/td><\/tr> CeeDee Lamb – WR<\/td> $35.45 million<\/td><\/tr> Micah Parsons – DE<\/td> $24.00 million<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>Houston Texans: $5 million available<\/h3> The biggest plus factor for the Texans is that quarterback C.J. Stroud is on his rookie deal. That has allowed them to spread out the cash among other position needs. Left tackle Laremy Tunsil has the highest cap hit, but even that is under $30 million. <\/p>Top cap-hit players<\/strong><\/td>Cap hit<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>Laremy Tunsil – LT<\/td> $28.85 million<\/td><\/tr> Danielle Hunter – OLB<\/td> $23.70 million<\/td><\/tr> Tytus Howard – RT<\/td> $23.07 million<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>Kansas City Chiefs: $7.9 million available<\/h3> The AFC Champions have nearly $8 million worth of cap space, but the biggest question going into 2025 revolves around tight end Travis Kelce and whether or not he is coming back. If he retires, the Chiefs will free up plenty of cash to use elsewhere. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes’ has the biggest cap hit. <\/p>Top cap-hit players<\/strong><\/td>Cap hit<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>Patrick Mahomes – QB<\/td> $66.25 million<\/td><\/tr> Chris Jones – DT<\/td> $34.85 million<\/td><\/tr> Jawaan Taylor – RT<\/td> $27.39 million<\/td><\/tr> Joe Thuney – G<\/td> $26.97 million<\/td><\/tr> Travis Kelce – TE<\/td> $19.80 million<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>Tampa Bay Buccaneers: $8.4 million available<\/h3> Tampa Bay has $8.4 million worth of cap space. They have five players above $20 million in cap hit with quarterback Baker Mayfield being the highest. <\/p>Top cap-hit players<\/strong><\/td>Cap hit<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>Baker Mayfield – QB<\/td> $35.77 million<\/td><\/tr> Tristan Wirfs – LT<\/td> $31.36 million<\/td><\/tr> Mike Evans – WR<\/td> $25.35 million<\/td><\/tr> Antoine Winfeld Jr. – G<\/td> $25.00 million<\/td><\/tr> Vita Vea – DT<\/td> $22.52 million<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>Baltimore Ravens: $13 million available<\/h3> The Ravens have a little bit of cap space available, the increase in salary cap this year has helped them to that extent. Their top 3 players, Lamar Jackson, Marlon Humphrey, and Roquan Smith each have cap hits above $20 million, but after that, it is not so bad. <\/p>Top cap-hit players<\/strong><\/td>Cap hit<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>Lamar Jackson – QB<\/td> $43.65 million<\/td><\/tr> Marlon Humphrey – CB<\/td> $25.37 million<\/td><\/tr> Roquan Smith – ILB<\/td> $23.71 million<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>Philadelphia Eagles: $19.6 million available<\/h3> The best part about this Eagles’ team is that there are several key players on their rookie contracts and they have made quite an impact during this year’s Super Bowl run. Their highest cap hit comes from Jalen Hurts and even that is under $22 million. It is looking very rosy for Philadelphia based on the way their team is formed. <\/p>Top cap-hit players<\/strong><\/td>Cap hit<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>Jalen Hurts – QB<\/td> $21.86 million<\/td><\/tr> A.J. Brown – WR<\/td> $17.59 million<\/td><\/tr> Lane Johnson – RT<\/td> $17.41 million<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>New York Jets: $23.9 million available <\/h3> The New York Jets as a franchise are struggling to gain any momentum. The green side of New York hasn’t been to the playoffs for nearly 15 years and even 4-time league MVP Aaron Rodgers couldn’t save them. With $23.9 million already available, it is likely the Jets will have even more cap space after the departure of Rodgers and quite possibly Davante Adams as well. <\/p>
For now, though, both players are top cap hits for New York. <\/p>Top cap-hit players<\/strong><\/td>Cap hit<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>Davante Adams – WR<\/td> $38.34 million<\/td><\/tr> Aaron Rodgers – QB<\/td> $23.50 million<\/td><\/tr> Quinnen Williams – DT<\/td> $21.65 million<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>Carolina Panthers: $24.8 million available <\/h3> The Carolina Panthers’ cap situation is decent enough. Their quarterback Bryce Young is still on his rookie deal and they have only 3 players near or above $20 million in cap hit. <\/p>Top cap-hit players<\/strong><\/td>Cap hit<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>Taylor Moton – RT<\/td> $31.34 million<\/td><\/tr> Robert Hunt – G<\/td> $21.65 million<\/td><\/tr> Derrick Brown – DT<\/td> $19.54 million<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>Indianapolis Colts: $35.2 million available<\/h3> The Colts currently have a little over $35 million in cap space. This is another team with a quarterback on his rookie deal.<\/p>Top cap-hit players<\/strong><\/td>Cap hit<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>DeForest Buckner – DT<\/td> $26.60 million<\/td><\/tr> Michael Pittman Jr. – WR<\/td> $23.00 million<\/td><\/tr> Quenton Nelson – G<\/td> $22.76 million<\/td><\/tr> Braden Smith – RT<\/td> $19.75 million<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>Jacksonville Jaguars: $38.2 million available <\/h3> 2024 was supposed to be a better year than 2023 for Jacksonville, but it went the other way. The Jaguars need help and they have the cap space to make some moves.<\/p>Top cap-hit players<\/strong><\/td>Cap hit<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>Christian Kirk – WR<\/td> $24.11 million<\/td><\/tr> Evan Engram – TE<\/td> $19.54 million<\/td><\/tr> Trevor Lawrence – QB<\/td> $17.00 million<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>Denver Broncos: $41.8 million available<\/h3> The Denver Broncos now find themselves in a good position as far as the cap space is concerned. Only 3 players are around the $20 million cap hit. <\/p>Top cap-hit players<\/strong><\/td>Cap hit<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>Mike McGlinchey – RT <\/td> $23.75 million<\/td><\/tr> Courtland Sutton – WR<\/td> $20.20 million<\/td><\/tr> Zach Allen – DE<\/td> $19.82 million<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>Los Angeles Rams: $44.4 million available<\/h3> The Rams are in pretty good shape with respect to their cap space. They have nearly $45 million at their disposal and if rumors are to be true, they could gain even more with the Cooper Kupp trade. <\/p>Top cap-hit players<\/strong><\/td>Cap hit<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>Matthew Stafford – QB <\/td> $49.66 million<\/td><\/tr> Cooper Kupp – WR<\/td> $29.78 million<\/td><\/tr> Kevin Dotson – G<\/td> $17.91 million<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>New York Giants: $48.4 million available<\/h3> The New York Giants are going to need every bit of the $48 million they have in cap space to rebuild a good roster. The need of the hour is the quarterback position and if they don’t land one in the draft, then free agency or trade are the options. <\/p>Top cap-hit players<\/strong><\/td>Cap hit<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>Brian Burns – OLB<\/td> $29.75 million<\/td><\/tr> Dexter Lawrence – DT<\/td> $23.84 million<\/td><\/tr> Andrew Thomas – LT<\/td> $21.08 million<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>Green Bay Packers: $49.1 million available<\/h3> Green Bay has quite a fair bit of money should they require to use it. The Packers are a solid team and have been trending in the right direction but it still seems like they are a couple of notches below their rivals. Cornerback Jaire Alexander could very well be traded though, and that will free up some more cash.<\/p>Top cap-hit players<\/strong><\/td>Cap hit<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>Jordan Love – QB<\/td> $29.75 million<\/td><\/tr> Rashan Gary – OLB<\/td> $25.52 million<\/td><\/tr> Jaire Alexander – CB<\/td> $25.48 million<\/td><\/tr> Kenny Clark – DT<\/td> $20.36 million<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>San Francisco 49ers: $50.7 million available <\/h3> Last year, the San Francisco 49ers had an unexpected downfall. Granted, they faced several injuries to key players that derailed their season, but even then having reached the Super Bowl in the 2023 season, much more was expected from them. With $50 million in cap space, finance is not much of an issue.<\/p>Top cap-hit players<\/strong><\/td>Cap hit<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>Fred Warner – OLB<\/td> $29.17 million<\/td><\/tr> George Kittle – TE<\/td> $22.08 million<\/td><\/tr> Trent Williams – LT<\/td> $21.65 million<\/td><\/tr> Nick Bosa – DE<\/td> $20.51 million<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>Tennessee Titans: $51.1 million available<\/h3> The Titans were quite active during the offseason in 2024 acquiring players such as L’Jarius Sneed, Calvin Ridley, Tyler Boyd, Tony Pollard, and others. They let Derrick Henry go but other than that it looked like they could head in the right direction. Although that didn’t happen, the Titans have a decent amount of cap space once again to make some roster moves for 2025. <\/p>Top cap-hit players<\/strong><\/td>