Bengals.com Saying Bengals To Dump Payroll After Draft.

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(03-18-2018, 11:48 PM)SunsetBengal Wrote: Because they have to put back money for the Rookie contracts, to cover additions/settlements for injuries, and it is most definitely wise to keep a fund available to bargain with existing players on extensions.

Sunset, I will understand if there is a need for cap space to extend current players. That would be the only reason.

The 18+ mil is more than enough for rookie contracts and possible injury settlements.