NFL sets 2025 payroll of $ 279.2 million, a jump of $ 23.8 million

Feb 2 2025; Orlando, FL, USA; A general overall view when NFC -quarterback Jared Goff from the Detroit Lions (16) throws the ball at the NFL Shield logo on the midfield under Press from AFC Security Derwin James from Los Angeles Chargers (3) during 2025 Pro Bowl games at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

NFL teams were informed on Thursday that the salary ceiling in 2025 will be a record $ 279.2 million per club, an increase of $ 23.8 million from last season.

The NFL and Players Association agreed with the number that the 32 teams must be below when the new league starts on March 12 at. 16 et.

It had previously been reported that this year’s hat would be somewhere between $ 277.5 and $ 281.5 million.

The biggest factors that contribute to CAP’s climb are the league’s latest TV rights with their broadcasts.

CAP has risen annually since 2011, with the exception of 2021 when the league prioritized the recovery from pandemic, including loss of live presence and concession gains.

In 2011, the lid was $ 120.37 million. It crossed the $ 200 million barrier 2022 to $ 208.2 million and amounted to $ 255.4 million last season.

-Field level media

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