The Las Vegas Raiders made significant roster moves at the start of the new league year by releasing quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo, receiver Hunter Renfrow, backup quarterback Brian Hoyer, and defensive tackle Jerry Tillery. These decisions were made to provide the team's new leadership with more flexibility under the salary cap.
Garoppolo, who was signed to a three-year, $72.75 million contract last offseason, failed to meet expectations after being benched midway through last season. His contract had to be reworked due to a foot injury, and he struggled to perform at his previous level. The Raiders decided to release him, resulting in a $17.1 million dead cap hit but saving $11.3 million on this year's cap.
