Chargers Release Linebacker Eric Kendricks to Free Up Salary Cap Space

The move clears $6.5 million, but the team remains $19 million over the cap with major decisions looming.

Eric Kendricks, a veteran linebacker, was released by the Los Angeles Chargers, freeing up $6.5 million in salary cap space.
Kendricks had signed a two-year deal with the Chargers last season after eight years with the Minnesota Vikings.
Despite the release, the Chargers are still nearly $19 million over the $255.4 million salary cap.
The Chargers' new management team, including coach Jim Harbaugh and general manager Joe Hortiz, faces tough decisions on other high-cap players.
Trade speculation surrounds key players like wide receivers Keenan Allen and Mike Williams, and edge rushers Khalil Mack and Joey Bosa.