What happened: The post-June 1 release created $99.2 million in dead money across two seasons. Another $43.8 million remains on Miami's 2027 books.
Why it matters: The current charge consumes cap room without funding a player on Miami's roster. Its scale leaves less flexibility for in-season additions and delays full relief.
By the numbers: Tagovailoa's $55.4 million charge equals 99.8% of the active offense's $55.5 million cap allocation.
What to watch: Watch whether in-season roster moves widen the gap and how Miami manages its remaining flexibility.