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AlbaNY_Ram
Fowler's 2018 salary is $3,638,21 . The Rams' share of that is $1,926,113. [
overthecap.com]
"By releasing Brown, the Rams save $1.7 million this season, while taking on just $188,704 in dead money. The financial ramifications are likely the reason Brown was given his walking papers, freeing up space to fit Fowler under the cap." [
theramswire.usatoday.com]
"The Rams elected to waive Brown on Tuesday to make room for Dante Fowler ..." [
nfltraderumors.co]
"Brown’s release is relatively surprising because many fans thought he could fetch a late-round draft pick in a trade with the dire need of offensive lineman around the league. That seemingly was not the case as the Rams needed to create a roster spot for EDGE Dante Fowler Jr ..." [
nfltraderumors.co]
"As a corresponding roster move after acquiring edge rusher Dante Fowler, the Rams have waived offensive lineman Jamon Brown." [
www.therams.com]
The ambiguity is killing me! OK... so with this information I am more able to accept the idea that Brown was waived to sign Fowler. lol... Point taken. And thank you for the informative response!
