The Spotrac Podcast

CFB Coach Buyouts, MLB Offseason Previews, NBA Next Contracts, & Wemby's Spurs

Mike Ginnitti is joined by Keith Smith to discuss 5 tiers of NBA players who are playing for their next payday, plus an early dive into the possibility that Wemby & the Spurs are contenders. Plus, a run through Duty to Mitigate and Offset Language clauses in College Football Coaching contracts that suppress initial buyout numbers, and introducing Spotrac's MLB Offseason Preview Series. Presented by Bettor Edge 

Tracking NFL Trade Candidates & World Series Financials

Breaking down "fun" financial facts and figures for the LA Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays as they kick off the 2025 World Series, including tax payrolls, positional breakdowns, how they were built, and plenty more. Plus, a visual look at how Spotrac is tracking NFL Trade Candidates and Cowboys/Bengals demo in our Trade Machine. Presented by Bettor Edge 

The Downward Dolphins, a Dodgers' Sweep, & Notable NBA Extensions

Mike Ginnitti joins forces with Dan Soemann, & Keith Smith to break down potential financial purgatory for the Miami Dolphins, another high-priced World Series run for the Los Angeles Dodgers, and last minute NBA extensions for Kevin Durant, and the 2022 Draft Class. Presented by Bettor Edge 

The A.J. Brown Contract & the Business of College Football with Nicole Auerbach

NBC Sports lead college football reporter Nicole Auerbach joins to discuss the current financial climate surrounding college football, including coaching buyouts, player pay, and the newly proposed private-equity deal for the Big 10. Plus, Mike Ginnitti dives deep into A.J. Brown's complicated contract in Philly, including the potential for trading out of it. Presented by Bettor Edge 

Week 6 NFL Notables, Cody Bellinger, & 2026 MLB Financials

Mike Ginnitti dives into Tennessee's firing of HC Brian Callahan, Justin Fields' continued struggles, breakout seasons for Bijan Robinson & Drake London in ATL, & Fred Warner's devastating injury. Then, Dan Soemann joins to discuss Cody Bellinger's opt-out from the Yankees, and an early look at our 2026 MLB Tax Projections. Presented by Bettor Edge 

NFL Trades, Giannis' Future, & the Yankees' Offseason

Mike Ginnitti discusses recent NFL trades including next steps for the Cleveland Browns & Jacksonville Jaguars. Then, Dan Soemann joins to discuss the New York Yankees' in 2026 offseason mode, and Keith Smith delivers a timeline for Giannis, the Milwaukee Bucks, & the New York Knicks. Presented by Bettor Edge 

Geno Smith, Justin Fields, & Early NFL Extension Candidates

Mike Ginnitti details looming contract discussions for Raiders QB Geno Smith & Jets QB Justin Fields, including future guarantees, potential out situations, and more. Plus, a way too early look at potential extension candidates in the NFL, led by the resurgence of Colts QB Daniel Jones. Presented by Bettor Edge

Early NFL Trade Candidates, Connor McDavid & the New NHL CBA

Mike Ginnitti identifies early NFL names trending toward trade candidacy as the deadline now sits just a month away. Plus, a diving into Kirill Kaprizov's historic extension in Minnesota, what it means for Connor McDavid in Edmonton, and outlining notable changes in the newly ratified NHL CBA. Presented by Bettor Edge

Tyreek Hill, NFL Values, & MLB Playoff Payrolls

Mike Ginnitti & Dan Soemann detail notable financials for the 12 MLB playoff teams, including pending free agents who can raise their stock in the coming weeks. Plus, a dive into Tyreek Hill's contract, and the NFL's Best Value players who also just happen to be extension candidates. Presented by Bettor Edge

NFL Average Salaries, Jonathan Kuminga, & MLB Storylines

Decompressing average NFL salaries by position for 2025, Jonathan Kuminga & the Golden State Warriors with Keith Smith, & MLB MVP discussions and end of year storylines with Dan Soemann. Presented by Bettor Edge