The Washington Commanders have been busy since free agency opened last week, signing 20 players, including four.
Despite all that activity, Washington, which entered free agency with the most salary cap space in the NFL, still has around $49 million remaining, including over $38 million in effective cap space, per Over the Cap.
Washington GM Adam Peters has focused on plugging holes and fielding a competitive 2024 roster while keeping his options open for 2025 and beyond. The Commanders targeted several players in their mid-to-late 20s and also focused on veterans on short-term deals, like linebacker Bobby Wagner and tight end Zach Ertz, who can still play but also serve as team leaders.
Why does Washington still have so much cap room after signing so many players? Let’s take a look at the cap hits for every Commanders’ signing or re-signing.
There are no updated contract numbers for Cornelius Lucas, Michael Davis, Jamison Crowder, or Noah Igbinoghene. Lucas reportedly re-signed for one year and up to $4 million.
Bobby Wagner #54 of the Seattle Seahawks. (Photo by Jane Gershovich/Getty Images)
2024 salary cap hit: $6.5 million
Marcus Mariota #8 of the Philadelphia Eagles warms up before the game against the Washington Commanders. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)
2024 salary cap hit: $6 million
Dorance Armstrong #92 of the Dallas Cowboys celebrates a sack during the fourth quarter against the Washington Commanders. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)
2024 salary cap hit: $4.9 million
Dallas Cowboys center Tyler Biadasz (63). Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
2024 salary cap hit: $4.15 million
Carolina Panthers safety Jeremy Chinn (21) reacts in the third quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
2024 salary cap hit: $3.96 million
Frankie Luvu #49 of the Carolina Panthers. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images)
2024 salary cap hit: $3.87 million
San Francisco 49ers defensive end Clelin Ferrell (94). Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports
2024 salary cap hit: $3.75 million
Jacksonville Jaguars place kicker Brandon McManus (10). Mandatory Credit: Peter van den Berg-USA TODAY Sports
2024 salary cap hit: $3.6 million
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