Eagles Restructure Nolan Smith's Contract to Create Cap Space

The Philadelphia Eagles restructured the contract of linebacker Nolan Smith to generate immediate and future salary cap flexibility. By converting $1.24 million of his 2026 salary, Philadelphia created $992,000 in cap space for this season. Additionally, converting $12.5 million of his 2027 option salary into a bonus opened $10 million in cap space for next year, providing General Manager Howie Roseman added roster flexibility.