Ryan Ramczyk Restructures Contract for Retirement

Ryan Ramczyk, the New Orleans Saints' veteran right tackle, has restructured his contract ahead of a likely retirement, reducing his 2025 base salary from $18 million to the league minimum of $1.255 million. This move clears approximately $16.7 million in cap space for the Saints, who are facing significant salary cap issues and are currently projected to be over $50 million in debt for 2025. Ramczyk's decision follows a season-ending knee injury and mirrors similar moves made by former Saints players before their retirements. His career, which began in 2017 and included three All-Pro selections, has been hampered by injuries, leading to his placement on the PUP list in 2023. The Saints will need to make further roster adjustments, including potential restructures for other key players like Derek Carr, to manage their financial situation. The ongoing cap gymnastics highlight the challenges facing the team as they navigate their future roster and salary commitments.