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Speculation surrounding the 2024 salary cap indicates that it might be in the area of $242 million. That's the number that salary-cap site OverTheCap.com has been working with, which, according to their estimations, puts the San Francisco 49ers about $12.38 over the projected cap.
According to Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk, recent reports hint at a higher-than-expected salary cap.
"For now, multiple sources have indicated that the teams expect the 2024 cap to be in the neighborhood of $242 million and $243 million," Florio wrote. "Another source, in response to that number, had this reaction: 'More.'"
"More" would be advantageous for the 49ers, who aim to maintain their talented roster while preparing for future financial obligations, notably quarterback Brock Purdy's contract extension negotiations next offseason.
Providing an update, Florio added, "Another source, with a proven record of accuracy in these matters, says it will be closer to $250 million than to $243 million."
Maybe that signifies a figure around $247 million, which is closer to $250 million than $243 million. Perhaps it will be more. We may learn the final salary cap number during the NFL Scouting Combine next week, where negotiations will likely be finalized. Teams must comply with the salary cap by the start of the new league year on March 13.
Top 10 49ers players with the largest cap hits in 2024
By David Bonilla
Jun 14
Tackle Trent Williams and wide receiver Deebo Samuel alone are slated to consume about $60.2 million of the San Francisco 49ers' salary cap this year, a significant chunk for a team that is gearing up to pay its quarterback, Brock Purdy, top dollar next year. Still, according to OverTheCap.com, the 49ers have a comfortable $32.7 million of salary cap space, the sixth-largest surplus in the NFL.
Let's take a look at the 10 players on the roster with the largest cap hits in 2024, per OverTheCap.com:
OT Trent Williams: $31.57 million
WR Deebo Samuel: $28.63 million
CB Charvarius Ward: $18.4 million
DE Nick Bosa: $14.67 million
WR Brandon Aiyuk: $14.12 million
LB Fred Warner: $12.65 million
TE George
Albert Breer predicts 49ers, Brandon Aiyuk standoff results in $29 million-a-year deal
By David Bonilla
Jun 13
We are unlikely to hear any updates on the contract standoff between the San Francisco 49ers and wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk until training camp begins late next month. Aiyuk signaled his dissatisfaction with the negotiation progress by skipping last week's mandatory minicamp, subjecting himself to fines totaling $101,716.
Skipping training camp could result in further fines. Matt Barrows of The Athletic recently stated that there is no indication the 49ers will waive any fines resulting from Aiyuk's absences.
"All those fines will start piling up in the summer, [and there's] no indication that the 49ers will forgive Aiyuk for absences the way that they did for Nick Bosa,"
Why CBS Sports expects 49ers QB Brock Purdy to regress in 2024
By David Bonilla
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Garrett Podell of CBS Sports recently assessed the NFL landscape, identifying quarterbacks poised to improve or regress in 2024. San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy fell into the latter group, with Podell predicting the third-year player might struggle to match last season's production.
Purdy set a single-season franchise record with 4,280 passing yards during his sophomore NFL season, and his 113.0 passer rating led the league. However, Podell believes that level of production might not be sustainable.
"Purdy averaged the most yards after catch per completion (6.6) and the most yards per
PFF: 49ers' talented roster fuels optimism for 2024
By David Bonilla
Jun 10
Every NFL team feels optimistic in June, believing they have the pieces to succeed in the upcoming season. However, as the season progresses, many teams find themselves lagging behind their competition.
The San Francisco 49ers expect to be among the front-runners, once again competing for a championship. They are among the favorites to win Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans, Louisiana, and for good reason. The Niners' roster is loaded with talent.
Pro Football Focus contributor Dalton Wasserman recently assessed all 32 NFL teams and identified one reason for optimism for each. For example, quarterback Jayden Daniels spearheads the new-look
