The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL The salary cap, uncapped
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Jun 19, 2025 Joel Corry, a former NFL agent and CBS Sports contributor, unpacks the enigmatic salary cap that governs team building in the league. He explores the significance of guaranteed money and contract structuring, shedding light on how these factors influence both player stability and team strategies. Joel also delves into cash flow management and the use of void years in contracts, illustrating their strategic advantages. The conversation highlights the complex decisions teams make in navigating the cap and maintaining competitive rosters.
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Understanding Contract Guarantees
- The base value and structure of NFL contracts matter more than the headline max values.
- Guaranteed money types like injury, skill, and salary cap guarantees determine contract security nuances.
Josh Allen's Contract Challenges
- Josh Allen's massive 10-year extension quickly became outdated due to market changes and the MVP status.
- His deal shows complexities when renegotiating long contracts with shifting market dynamics.
Cap Relief via Restructures
- To gain salary cap relief, restructure contracts by lowering base salaries and converting them to prorated signing bonuses.
- Utilize signing bonus proration over multiple years to spread cap hits and create immediate space.