The Green Bay Packers released outside linebacker Za’Darius Smith, clearing a massive chunk of salary cap space but removing an impact pass-rusher from Brian Gutekunst’s roster.
Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported the news Monday.
Smith, a two-time Pro Bowler and a first-time All-Pro in 2020, had a cap number of $27.7 million entering the 2022 season. Releasing Smith clears almost $15.3 million from the Packers cap but adds almost $12.4 million in dead money.
