the Buffalo Bills could potentially see “significant salary cap savings” if edge rusher Von Miller is suspended by the NFL after police in Dallas issued an arrest warrant on allegations that he assaulted his pregnant girlfriend — but it could take a while to reach that point.
Reporter Jay Skurski of the Buffalo News broke down the potential financial implications of Miller’s $120 million contract, as his future with the team could be in doubt following his arrest on November 30 on charges stemming from an incident the previous day.
As Skurski explained, much will depend on what the NFL chooses to do, possibly only after the legal process plays out.
“If Miller is suspended by the NFL for violating the terms of the personal conduct policy, the #Bills could then void the remaining guarantees in his contract, which includes his $17.145 million base salary for 2024,” Skurski wrote, adding, “If that happens before the start of next season, the #Bills would see a significant salary cap savings.”
Murky Process Ahead for Bills, Von Miller
Skurski noted that the Bills are unsure at the moment what could happen with Miller’s contract and the salary cap implications, noting that it is “likely to be a long process to play out before there is any real clarity on potential cap relief.”
“Any possible suspension from the NFL might not come until the legal system runs its course,” Skurski wrote.
