Buffalo Bills restructure Josh Allen’s contract to create 2026 salary cap space The Buffalo Bills made a strategic move to adjust quarterback Josh Allen’s contract on Wednesday, a decision that aligns with previous restructuring efforts aimed at managing salary cap constraints. The adjustment allows the team to create immediate financial flexibility while spreading the financial impact across future seasons. Allen, entering his ninth season in the NFL, will see his 2026 salary cap hit reduced to $44.2 million through a combination of salary conversions and bonus allocations. Under the revised terms, Allen’s base salary for 2026 drops to $1.3 million, while $15.2 million of his remaining salary is converted into a signing bonus. This restructuring lowers the team’s cap commitment for the year by $12 million, providing the Bills with additional room to pursue free-agent signings or draft picks as the new league year begins. The move reflects a pattern of using prorated bonuses to manage cap space, a strategy the team has employed in previous seasons. The adjustment does not alter the long-term structure of Allen’s contract, which spans multiple years. By spreading the bonus payments across future seasons, the Bills avoid a significant financial burden in the short term while increasing the dead cap charge associated with Allen’s contract. The dead cap number, which represents the financial liability the team would face if Allen were traded or released, now exceeds $173 million. If the team were to trade Allen, the dead cap liability would be reduced to $138 million. This decision underscores the Bills’ commitment to maintaining their competitive window while keeping Allen under contract.#buffalo_bills #josh_allen #brandon_bean #salary_cap #dead_cap
Buffalo Bills Face Tough Decision on Tight End Dawson Knox's Future The Buffalo Bills are preparing for a significant roster adjustment as they consider the potential release of veteran tight end Dawson Knox, a move that could free up nearly $9.7 million in salary cap space. Knox, who has been a key target for quarterback Josh Allen, faces a critical decision as the team navigates financial constraints amid a crowded offense. Knox had a solid 2025 season, finishing third on the team in receiving yards with 417 and tying for second in touchdowns with four. However, his production has been inconsistent since signing a four-year, $53.6 million contract extension in 2022. After a modest 2023 season with 186 yards and two touchdowns, he improved in 2024 with 311 yards and one touchdown. Despite these efforts, the Bills are under pressure to manage their cap space, which has limited their flexibility in building a competitive roster. ESPN insider Alaina Getzenberg highlighted the team’s dilemma, noting that while Knox remains a valued member of the organization and a close friend to Allen, the financial benefits of releasing him are substantial. “The Bills can save almost $9.7 million in cap space by releasing Knox,” Getzenberg wrote. “He finished third on the team in receiving yards and tied for second in touchdowns in 2025.” General manager Brandon Beane confirmed ongoing discussions with Knox’s representatives, though no resolution has been reached. “We know we’re down to a couple weeks to make those decisions, and there’s no answer in the next 24 hours,” Beane said. “The discussions have happened and they’ll continue.” The Bills’ cap situation has been a recurring challenge, forcing them to evaluate their roster priorities.#buffalo_bills #josh_allen #dawson_knox #brandon_bean #alaina_getzenberg
