Five questions with Over the Cap about Matt Kalil’s contract

The Panthers have a decision to make regarding the contract of left tackle Matt Kalil. Kalil—who is now in the shape of his life—spent the 2018 season on injured reserve and has been the focal point of discussions between fans on how the team should handle his just over $12 million cap hit for the 2019 season.

I reached out to Jason from Over the Cap to get his thoughts on how the Panthers should approach Kalil’s contract situation this offseason.

What are the cap space implications of cutting Matt Kalil pre-June 1 vs post-June 1?

If the Panthers cut him pre-June 1 they will lose $3.5 million in cap space, assuming he cant pass a physical. If he can pass a physical then it will be $2.5 million…