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

"Taylor's release will save the Chiefs $20 million against the salary cap. It marks the latest cap-trimming move by the Chiefs, who also released veteran defensive end Mike Danna and restructured quarterback Patrick Mahomes' contract last month. Those moves combined to save Kansas City nearly $53 million against the cap."

"Taylor, 28, had one year remaining on a four-year, $80 deal with the Chiefs. He has played primarily as the starting right tackle in his 45 games with Kansas City, but has also been the most penalized player in the NFL over that span, with 49 (41 accepted)."

The Kansas City Chiefs plan to release offensive tackle Jawaan Taylor before the start of the new league year on March 11, unless he is traded. This move will free up $20 million against the salary cap. The release is part of the Chiefs' broader cost-cutting efforts, following the releases of defensive end Mike Danna and a restructuring of quarterback Patrick Mahomes' contract last month. These combined moves save Kansas City nearly $53 million in cap space. The Chiefs entered the offseason over $57 million above the salary cap limit. Taylor, 28, had one year remaining on his four-year, $80 million contract and served as the starting right tackle in 45 games with the team.

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