Report: 49ers strategically restructure Hargrave’s contract originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area
While the 49ers are still fighting for a spot in the 2024 NFL playoffs, the team is also focusing on the 2025 season and beyond.
San Francisco has restructured the remaining two seasons of Pro Bowl defenseman Javon Hargrave’s contract, Over The Cap’s Jason Fitzgerald reported Tuesday, citing a league source.
The move reportedly lowers Hargrave’s 2025 salary cap hit from $28.1 million to $10.3 million, potentially opening the door for a release after June 1.
The previous cost for Hargrave’s release would have been $28.1 million if the June 1 designation had been used. After the restructure, the 49ers can now cut Hargrave for as little as 10.3 million with a post-June designation.
Hargrave originally signed a four-year contract worth $81 million before the 2023 NFL season, helping the 49ers reach Super Bowl LVIII and recording eight sacks in 19 appearances.
Unfortunately, Hargrave’s 2024 NFL season came to an abrupt halt in Week 3 due to a triceps injury that has since sidelined the veteran defensive tackle.
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