Browns Restructure Deshaun Watson’s Contract to Clear Cap Space

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Browns Restructure Deshaun Watson’s Contract to Clear Cap Space

The Cleveland Browns have restructured Deshaun Watson’s contract, freeing nearly $36 million in cap space and making the team compliant ahead of the new league year. Watson was set to carry an NFL-high $80.7M cap hit in 2026. The QB, who missed 2025 while rehabbing an Achilles tear, is expected to compete for the starting job this offseason.

By Suresh Menon

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Taylor Decker Requests Formal Release from Detroit Lions

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Taylor Decker Requests Formal Release from Detroit Lions

Offensive lineman Taylor Decker, the Lions' longest-tenured player, has requested his release from Detroit, he announced on social media. The move comes about two weeks after he announced he would return to the NFL for an 11th NFL season. "I fully intended to do it once again, but my time as a Lion is coming to an end," Decker wrote on Instagram.


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3 months ago

Cowboys Make a Bold Offer to Get Maxx Crosby from the Raiders

In the proposed deal, Dallas would send defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa, their 2026 first-round pick (No. 12 overall), and a 2027 second-rounder to Vegas. While the Raiders have yet to respond, the move signals Dallas’s aggressive "all-in" commitment to pairing Crosby with Micah Parsons. Crosby is currently recovering from a torn labrum in his left shoulder and is expected to be fully cleared by late May.



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Why Devin Singletary Accepted a $3.7 Million Pay Cut From the New York Giants

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Why Devin Singletary Accepted a $3.7 Million Pay Cut From the New York Giants

To alleviate salary cap pressure, Singletary has agreed to a significant pay cut, reducing his base salary from $5 million to the veteran minimum of $1.3 million. The restructured deal includes $1 million in performance incentives, allowing Singletary to recoup some earnings while providing the team with financial flexibility. By accepting the minimum, the veteran ensures his roster spot while helping the franchise navigate a tight cap situation.


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Ravens Agree to Trade for Maxx Crosby from the Raiders for First-Round Picks

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Ravens Agree to Trade for Maxx Crosby from the Raiders for First-Round Picks

The Baltimore Ravens have countered Dallas by striking their own blockbuster deal for Maxx Crosby, according to Adam Schefter. The Ravens will send first-round picks in 2026 and 2027 to the Las Vegas Raiders to secure the elite pass rusher. This move instantly bolsters Baltimore’s defense, pairing Crosby with Kyle Hamilton to create a championship-caliber unit as they push for a Super Bowl title in a wide-open AFC.




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Why the Raiders Decided to Move on From Maxx Crosby

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Why the Raiders Decided to Move on From Maxx Crosby

Trading Maxx Crosby signals a total reset for the Raiders, prioritizing a youth movement around their upcoming No. 1 overall pick. By offloading his $30 million cap hit, Vegas absorbs only $5.1 million in dead money while gaining massive financial flexibility. Securing two first-round picks provides the elite draft capital necessary to rebuild a depleted roster and maximize their championship window under a rookie quarterback’s contract.



By Nidheesh Kumar

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