The Spotrac Podcast

The Goods, Bads, & Uglys in Sports this Weekend

From Trey Lance to Jimmy Garoppolo, from Christian Kirk to the Arizona Cardinals, from Aaron Judge to the Atlanta Braves, & plenty more storylines on the positive or negative side of sports right now.

NFL Roster Bubbles & MLB’s Rule Changes

Dan Soemann joins to discuss the laundry list of rule changes coming to MLB in 2023, including larger bases, a pitch clock, pickoff limits, & plenty more. Plus, teasing Spotrac's first edition of 2023 NFL Roster Bubble players as the season gets off the ground.

Assessing New Team, New Contract NFL Players & College Coaching Money

Mike Ginnitti offers immediate reaction to NFL players on new teams or new contracts this season, plus contract breakdowns for Darren Waller, Dawson Knox, Jordan Poyer, & Quenton Nelson, & a dive into the never boring world of CFB Coach Contracts & Buyouts.

NFL Free Agent Sleepers, Betting on the Bills, & Future Designated Rookies?

Mike Ginnitti, Dan Soemann, & Scott Allen roundtable notable NFL free agent signings that could be sleeping giants in 2022, plus how the last 10 Super Bowl winners have ranked in terms of spending, dead cap, & preseason odds, and should Lamar Jackson's situation hint at a need for a "Derrick Rose Rule" in the NFL?

Fantasy Favorites Playing for Pay Days, & Top NFL Team Spenders

Which players soaring up fantasy draft boards are heading toward a pay day in 2022? Plus, the biggest NFL spenders by roster & position, dead cap, & plenty more. And, breaking down Russell Wilson's mega extension in Denver.

Russell Wilson’s Extension & the State of Quarterback Contracts with Joel Corry

Former NFL agent & salary cap expert Joel Corry joins to discuss the impact that Russell Wilson's contract - and its lack total guarantee - will have on the QB market going forward, including Lamar Jackson's standstill, & pending negotiations for Joe Burrow & Justin Herbert.

Garoppolo’s Restructure, NFL Cutdown Day, & Future Player Props

Mike Ginnitti discusses Jimmy Garoppolo's restructured contract and what it might mean for the 2022 season. Plus, the Raiders punt on another first rounder, the Saints stay one step ahead, and the Eagles can't sit still. And, Scott Allen joins for NFL Player Prop bets this season.

Julio Rodriguez Contract Analysis, & Making the Value Case for Russell & Lamar

Julio Rodriguez's contract isn't about a team taking a flier on a young player. The upfront guarantees, and layers of conditionals, signify that a star has arrived, & is nowhere near his prime. Mike Ginnitti breaks down the various segments of this complicated contract. Plus, as the NFL season approaches, are we discussing Lamar Jackson properly, & Russell Wilson not enough?

Brainstorming a Better NBA, & PGA Tour Ambassador Tiger Woods

Scott Allen discusses ideas he'd like to see addressed in the future NBA, including a restructure of max contracts, dynasty tax bill benefits, realignment with expansion, and plenty more. Plus, Tiger Woods' importance to the PGA Tour is about to stretch far wider than the golf course.

Analyzing the Top NFL Free Agent Contracts, Highest Paid Players, & Derwin James

Mike Ginnitti breaks down the facts, figures, & rankings of Derwin James' extension with the Chargers. Plus, assessing the Top Free Agent Contract at each position this offseason, & the Top Average Paid Player positionally as well.