Lions Face Salary Cap Crunch, Key Players' Salaries Soar
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The NFL salary cap for 2026 is increasing to $301.2 million, a 7.5% rise from this years $279.2 million. The Detroit Lions, currently $12.2 million over the cap, are scrambling to meet the March 11th deadline. Key players like Aidan Hutchinson, Amon-Ra St. Brown, and Penei Sewell are driving up costs. The Lions are considering restructuring deals and minor cuts to stay under the cap. Expect the roster to remain mostly intact, with adjustments at the edges to prioritize contention.
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