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The EDGE #4: Salary Cap 101
How the NFL Cap Works & Howie Roseman’s Masterclass In this episode, we break down the fundamentals of the NFL salary cap—its origins, structure, and how it shapes team-building strategies. We cover:
History & Purpose: Why the cap was introduced and how it evolved
Core Rules: Terms like base salary, signing bonus, guarantees, cap hits, void years, and proration
Common Mechanisms: Restructures, June 1st cuts, rollover cap space, and how teams manipulate cash vs. cap
Howie Roseman’s Approach & real contract examples including Jalen Hurts and Bryce Huff
Whether you’re new to salary cap talk or…
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