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The Cowboys plan to restructure multiple contracts to create cap space for the 2026 season.
ESPN insider Schefter said Prescott and Lamb will be restructured to free roughly $66 million in cap space.
Cowboys have about $58 million over the cap for 2026 per Spotrac, driven by Prescott’s cap hit.
The goal is to get Dallas back under the cap and enable aggressive roster moves.
George Pickens was franchise tagged by the Cowboys for the 2026 season.
Dallas has not won a Super Bowl since 1995 but aims to compete for one in 2026.
The restructuring could involve Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb and Tyler Smith by design.
Defensive linemen Kenny Clark, Osa Odighizuwa and Quinnen Williams are also expected to be reworked.
The plan is part of owner Jerry Jones’s effort to return Dallas to the postseason in 2026.

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Dallas Cowboys plan to restructure Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, and Tyler Smith to create cap space of about $66 million.
Owner Jerry Jones said the team plans to rework contracts for Kenny Clark, Quinnen Williams, and Osa Odighizuwa.
The restructuring could add void years to extend the contracts and increase future cap flexibility.
Analysts say the Cowboys could clear more cap space through restructures, with potential extra savings beyond $131 million and possibly $52 million more.
The moves aim to enable more activity in free agency, diverging from the team’s recent spending pattern.
The Cowboys could explore a trade for Maxx Crosby if it aligns with their cap and draft needs.
The article notes the Cowboys have historically been among the lowest-spending teams in free agency.
The restructuring could be part of a broader strategy to leverage two top-20 picks in this year’s draft.
The article mentions the potential for void years on Odighizuwa’s contract from 2029 to 2031.
The report frames the cap moves as part of an effort to be more active in the off-season.

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Dallas Cowboys plan to create 2026 cap space by restructuring three veteran contracts into signing bonuses.
The restructuring moves cap dollars into future years as the salary cap rises annually.
The approach is a common ‘Band-Aid’ for teams to fund upcoming free-agent spend.
There can be a large cap hit later if a player is traded, released, or retires.
George Pickens’ cap situation could affect how the Cowboys pursue long-term deals.
The article cites ESPN’s Todd Archer as the source for the restructuring figures.
The cap space is intended to fund upcoming free-agent signings for the Cowboys.
The article notes the inevitability of future cap challenges with extended contracts.
The piece highlights that the tactic is routine across NFL teams.
The potential impact on trade or release decisions creates long-term cap considerations.
The analysis references a potential long-term deal consideration for George Pickens.

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Cowboys free up about $66 million in cap space by restructuring Prescott, Lamb, and Smith.
Dallas plans further restructures for defensive tackles to count around $63 million against the cap.
The extra cap space could help Dallas upgrade the defense immediately.
The team could target secondary and linebacker improvements with two first-round picks in 2026.
Dallas is preparing for offseason moves after restructuring.
The article links cap moves to potential free-agent spending this offseason.
The piece notes the Cowboys ranked poorly in defense in 2025.
The Seattle-based reporting cites Adam Schefter as the source of cap figures.
The article mentions the potential to add veteran and rookie talent with the cap room.

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