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Titans Release Cushenberry, Woods to Save $7M in Cap Space

2/26/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Tennessee Titans released Lloyd Cushenberry (center) and Xavier Woods (safety) on February 25, 2026.
Cushenberry's release followed a failed physical and a torn Achilles injury.
He had two years remaining on a four-year, $50 million contract.
Woods, who struggled with injuries, played 11 games last season and had one year remaining.
The moves save the Titans over $7 million in cap space for free agency and the draft.

History

Historical Context

The NFL introduced a salary cap of $120 million per team in 2011 as part of a new Collective Bargaining Agreement, aiming to promote competitive balance. This cap has forced teams like the Tennessee Titans to make difficult roster decisions, such as releasing players to save costs, reflecting a trend where franchises prioritize financial flexibility amid escalating player salaries.

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Story summary

The Tennessee Titans released Lloyd Cushenberry (center) and Xavier Woods (safety) on February 25, 2026.
Cushenberry's release followed a failed physical and a torn Achilles injury.
He had two years remaining on a four-year, $50 million contract.
Woods, who struggled with injuries, played 11 games last season and had one year remaining.
The moves save the Titans over $7 million in cap space for free agency and the draft.

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