Particle.news
Download on the App Store
3 ARTICLES
·
2mo ago

Buffalo Bills Release Veteran Punter Sam Martin in Salary Cap Move

The release of the 35-year-old player saves the team nearly $2 million as they prepare for further offseason adjustments.

Dec 11, 2022; Orchard Park, New York, USA; New York Jets defensive end Jermaine Johnson (52) blocks a punt by Buffalo Bills punter Sam Martin (8) during the second half at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo
Image

Overview

  • The Buffalo Bills have released punter Sam Martin, who spent three seasons with the team, to free up approximately $2 million in salary cap space.
  • Martin, 35, had one year remaining on his contract and averaged 46.7 yards per punt during the 2024 NFL season.
  • The Bills are projected to be $8.5 million over the salary cap and may pursue additional moves, including contract restructures for players like Josh Allen or Von Miller.
  • Martin's release follows broader changes to the Bills' special teams, including the hiring of Chris Tabor as coordinator after Matthew Smiley was let go in January.
  • The team has a potential replacement in Jake Camarda, a former Tampa Bay Buccaneers punter signed to a reserve/future contract earlier this year.