Which NFL Teams Have the Most Trade Flexibility? Cap Situations for All 32, Plus What Could Come Next
Intro
With the NFL trade deadline approaching, teams are starting to make moves to improve their rosters. Some teams have more flexibility than others when it comes to making trades. Cap space often plays a big role in determining how much flexibility a team has.
Teams with the Most Cap Space
The teams with the most cap space are the ones that have the most flexibility to make trades. These teams can take on more salary without having to cut players or restructure contracts.
The following teams have the most cap space, according to Over The Cap:
- Jacksonville Jaguars: $49.3 million
- Houston Texans: $37.4 million
- Indianapolis Colts: $30.8 million
- Atlanta Falcons: $30.3 million
- Carolina Panthers: $28.9 million
Teams with the Least Cap Space
The teams with the least cap space are the ones that have the least flexibility to make trades. These teams may have to cut players or restructure contracts in order to create cap space for new acquisitions.
The following teams have the least cap space, according to Over The Cap:
- Buffalo Bills: -$10.1 million
- Cincinnati Bengals: -$9.8 million
- Philadelphia Eagles: -$8.7 million
- Tennessee Titans: -$8.5 million
- Washington Commanders: -$8.2 million
What Could Come Next
The NFL trade deadline is November 1st. As the deadline approaches, teams are likely to start making more moves. Teams with a lot of cap space could be aggressive in making trades to improve their rosters. Teams with less cap space may have to be more creative in finding ways to make deals.
The NFL trade deadline is always an exciting time. It's a time when teams can make big moves to improve their chances of winning a championship. With so many teams having cap space, this year's trade deadline could be one of the most active in recent memory.
