How much cap space can the Falcons create in 2022?

The 2022 offseason is here, and one of the most important topics to cover is the Atlanta Falcons’ salary cap situation. Last season’s struggles to get under the cap were well documented, and resulted in a talent-poor roster in Atlanta. A year later, the team still has work to do with regards to their free agent spending.

You’ve probably heard a lot of numbers thrown around over the course of the offseason. In this article, I’ll go over Atlanta’s current cap situation (as of February 14, 2022) and planned necessary expenditures. Then I’ll look at the ways the Falcons can create cap space through a variety of means including veteran cuts and trades. Finally, I’ll bring you a grand total for…