Miami Dolphins max out salary cap amid player departures

The Miami Dolphins have maxed out their salary cap for the 2026 season, allocating substantial amounts to former players. Tua Tagovailoa leads this cost with over $55 million, alongside significant hits from Tyreek Hill, Jaylen Waddle, and others no longer on the roster. In order to create space for injury replacements, the Dolphins have restructured several contracts this year, freeing up roughly $9 million. Analysts note that restructuring contracts can help manage cap space but will ultimately lead to future financial challenges, especially when players are no longer part of the team. Miami is positioned to potentially claim players during the season, utilizing their current cap space.

• 4:26 PMYahoo Sports — The Miami Dolphins have maxed out the credit card