Recent reports that Richie Incognito preparing as if he was returning next season. Well, what team he’s preparing to return to is another question. According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport Incognito will be released by the Raiders.
The #Raiders will be releasing Richie Incognito because of their salary cap. He is 100% healthy and looks forward to continuing his career there or elsewhere, source said.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 5, 2021
Incognito’s release will save the Raiders $5.475 million against the 2021 cap according to overthecap.com.
The news of Incognito’s release comes a day after news that fellow starting guard Gabe Jackson will also be released by the Raiders. Jackson’s release saves the team $9.6 million, clearing a total of over $15 million with these two cuts.
It also leaves the team with some questions at guard. One question could easily be answered by bringing back Denzelle Good, who would hit free agency should the Raiders not re-sign him. He can play either guard spot, and filled in for Incognito at left guard most of last season.
The only other option on the team currently to fill the other guard spot is second year fourth round pick John Simpson. He played limited snaps last season, not giving a whole lot to go on which would suggest he is ready to take over as a full time starter.
There is, of course, always the possibility that Incognito signs back for a lower price tag, which would certainly help with the situation at guard as it stands now.
