NFL Teams’ 2026 Free Agency Salary Cap Space Revealed After $301.2M Record
The NFL has set the salary cap for the 2026 season at a record $301.2 million. This figure reflects a $22 million increase from the previous season, where the cap stood at $279.2 million. Since 2022, the salary cap has been on a consistent upward trajectory, surpassing the $200 million mark. Here’s a recap of recent cap figures:
- 2022: $208.2 million
- 2023: $224.8 million
- 2024: $255.4 million
NFL Teams’ Cap Space for 2026 Season
With the 2026 season approaching, different teams are gearing up for free agency based on their available salary cap space. The Tennessee Titans lead this category with substantial room to maneuver financially. Here’s the breakdown of cap space for several NFL teams:
| Team | Cap Space |
|---|---|
| Tennessee Titans | $94.9 million |
| Las Vegas Raiders | $89.2 million |
| New York Jets | $88.8 million |
| Los Angeles Chargers | $85.6 million |
| Washington Commanders | $71.3 million |
| Seattle Seahawks | $59.6 million |
| Cincinnati Bengals | $50.7 million |
| Pittsburgh Steelers | $42.6 million |
| New England Patriots | $40.4 million |
| San Francisco 49ers | $38.9 million |
| Arizona Cardinals | $36.9 million |
| Indianapolis Colts | $33.4 million |
| Denver Broncos | $26.4 million |
| Tampa Bay Buccaneers | $21.1 million |
| Baltimore Ravens | $19.7 million |
| Philadelphia Eagles | $13.8 million |
| Carolina Panthers | $10.3 million |
| Atlanta Falcons | $9.0 million |
| New York Giants | $1.0 million |
| Cleveland Browns | $0.9 million |
| Miami Dolphins | $0.9 million |
| Green Bay Packers | -$3.9 million |
| Kansas City Chiefs | -$5.6 million |
| Buffalo Bills | -$6.2 million |
| Chicago Bears | -$6.4 million |
| Houston Texans | -$7.2 million |
| New Orleans Saints | -$10.6 million |
| Detroit Lions | -$11.9 million |
| Jacksonville Jaguars | -$15.8 million |
| Minnesota Vikings | -$45.6 million |
| Dallas Cowboys | -$56.1 million |
Strategic Moves for 2026
The Titans, Raiders, and Jets, despite finishing with records of 3-14, have considerable cap space. The Titans hold the largest budget and plan to support their franchise quarterback alongside their new head coach. Meanwhile, the Seattle Seahawks, fresh off a Super Bowl win, will need their funds to secure key players eligible for contract extensions.
Upcoming Free Agency
The NFL free agency period is set to kick off on March 11 at 4 p.m. ET. However, the legal tampering window begins on March 9 at noon ET. During this time, teams can negotiate with players before the official signing window opens.
As the landscape of NFL teams evolves, attention will be on the available talent in free agency, especially among quarterbacks and skilled players.
