The Buffalo Bills are making strategic moves to position themselves better for the upcoming league year. General Manager Brandon Beane announced that the team has restructured right tackle Spencer Brown's contract, a savvy decision that frees up approximately $10.44 million in salary cap space for 2026.
This financial maneuver has nudged the Bills up from 28th to 24th in the NFL in terms of available cap space, according to Over The Cap. Despite this improvement, Buffalo still finds itself about $2 million over the projected 2026 salary cap.
The NFL has informed teams that the cap for 2026 is expected to be between $301.2 million and $305.7 million, a significant increase from 2025’s $279.2 million. This anticipated rise offers teams a bit more flexibility, but careful planning is still crucial.
Brown, who inked a four-year, $72 million contract extension with the Bills in 2024, had a cap figure of just over $19 million for 2026. By restructuring, the Bills likely converted some of his base salary into a signing bonus, a common tactic to spread cap charges over future seasons and ease the current financial burden.
Since being drafted in the third round of the 2021 NFL Draft, the 27-year-old Brown has been a reliable presence on the line, starting 69 games. His performance and the team's financial adjustments are key components as the Bills look to maintain their competitive edge in the league.