The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed linebacker J.J. Russell to a reserve/futures contract. As reported by Greg Auman of Fox Sports, Russell was cut Monday and cleared waivers.
Bucs have signed rookie linebacker J.J. Russell to a futures contract. He cleared waivers Tuesday after being cut Monday. Had four tackles in Week 18, also two on special teams over six games.
— Greg Auman (@gregauman) January 18, 2023
What’s a Reserve/Futures Contract? It’s exactly the same as a regular active-roster contract, with the regular rules for minimum veteran salaries, cap charges, signing bonuses, etc. The only difference is that it doesn’t take effect until the start of the next League Year.
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