Arizona Cardinals: DeeJay Dallas
As the NFL’s 2025 salary cap is set at $279.5 million, teams are starting to make tough decisions about their rosters. For the Arizona Cardinals, one potential cap casualty is running back DeeJay Dallas. Releasing Dallas would save the team $2.4 million in cap space. While Dallas has shown value as a special teamer and even made history with the first kick-six under the new kickoff rules, the Cardinals have other options like Emari Demercado, who also handles kick return duties and plays RB3 on offense. Given the team’s $76 million in available cap space, cutting Dallas isn’t a necessity, but he could face competition for a roster spot.
Atlanta Falcons: Kirk Cousins
The Atlanta Falcons are facing a more pressing situation with quarterback Kirk Cousins. Cousins, who saw a catastrophic downturn in performance, is almost certain to be cut with a post-June 1 designation. This move won’t save the Falcons any cap space, but it will allow them to move forward without the financial burden of Cousins’ $37.5 million guaranteed salary. The team will look to young quarterback Michael Penix to take the reins.
Baltimore Ravens: Marcus Williams
The Baltimore Ravens are considering a post-June 1 release for safety Marcus Williams, which would save them $2.6 million in cap space. Williams, who was benched in favor of Kyle Hamilton and Ar’Darius Washington, had his contract restructured to make his release more manageable. While his release is nearly a formality, it will come with a $15.6 million dead cap hit spread over two years.
Buffalo Bills: Von Miller
The Buffalo Bills are likely to part ways with edge rusher Von Miller, who has not lived up to his $120 million contract. Miller, who is coming off a torn ACL and a personal conduct suspension, would provide the Bills with $17.4 million in cap relief if released after June 1. This move would free up significant space for the team to pursue other needs.
Carolina Panthers: Miles Sanders
The Carolina Panthers are eyeing running back Miles Sanders as a potential cap casualty. Sanders, who signed a lucrative contract two seasons ago, has struggled to produce, recording just 637 rushing yards and three touchdowns. With Chuba Hubbard solidified as the starting running back, the Panthers could save $5.2 million by releasing Sanders.
Chicago Bears: Gerald Everett
The Chicago Bears are expected to cut tight end Gerald Everett, who was a holdover from the previous regime. Everett, who struggled to find consistent playing time, would provide the team with $5.5 million in cap relief if released. His departure is seen as a necessary move for the Bears to allocate resources more effectively.
