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Allen Lazard Takes $8.5M Pay Cut for Jets

4/10/2025

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Wide receiver Allen Lazard has made a significant sacrifice for the New York Jets, agreeing to an $8.5 million pay cut for 2025. His salary plummets from $11 million to $2.5 million, with $1.75 million guaranteed. This move not only reduces his cap hit from $13.2 million to $4.6 million but also sets him up for free agency in 2026.

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Wide receiver Allen Lazard has made a significant sacrifice for the New York Jets, agreeing to an $8.5 million pay cut for 2025. His salary plummets from $11 million to $2.5 million, with $1.75 million guaranteed. This move not only reduces his cap hit from $13.2 million to $4.6 million but also sets him up for free agency in 2026.