Sources: Chiefs to release Jawaan Taylor in cap-cutting move - ESPN

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by Nate Taylor

March 2, 2026

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The Kansas City Chiefs have decided to release offensive tackle Jawaan Taylor before the start of the NFL’s new league year, with sources confirming this decision to ESPN. This move is aimed at reducing the team’s salary cap by $20 million, which will help them stay under the cap as they enter the upcoming season. The release of Taylor follows previous cost-cutting measures taken by the Chiefs, including the release of veteran defensive end Mike Danna and restructuring Patrick Mahomes’ contract. The Chiefs are in a financial bind, having exceeded the salary cap by over $57 million last season. While reorganizing Mahomes’ deal provided some relief, additional cuts were

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Originally published on ESPN on 3/2/2026