The 2026 NFL offseason is poised for fireworks amid a projected salary-cap surge. The league has projected the 2026 cap at $301.2 million to $305.7 million per group, a hefty leap from 2025’s $279.2 million.
This “cap explosion” injects practically $100 million extra league-wide spending energy in comparison with 2022. Groups just like the Las Vegas Raiders, Washington Commanders, Cincinnati Bengals and extra are primed to pounce because of the enhance. They’ll all see at the least round $55 million in cap area.
Count on aggressive strikes comparable to extensions for younger key gamers, veteran signings and maybe a number of blockbuster trades to clear room. Which groups might pursue prime free brokers in March?
