The Spotrac Podcast
Get even more connected to the finances in professional sports as we dive deeper into contracts, salaries, & the cap payrolls of the NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL and more!
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Episodes
Sunday Feb 27, 2022
Sunday Feb 27, 2022
The Giants are rumored to be torn on what to do with Daniel Jones' $21M 5th year option for 2023. Why exercising it doesn't hold a strong track record (2:40). Is Aaron Rodgers a $50M QB? Our thoughts on why that number should be an afterthought in the real conversation (14:10). With just 9 of 22 starters currently under contract, the "run-it-back" Buccaneers might be a shell of themselves in 2022 (24:45). And, a dabble into the Draft Lottery, Free Agent Compensation, Expanded Playoffs, & CBT Threshold negotiations surrounding the MLB CBA (29:12).
Wednesday Feb 23, 2022
Wednesday Feb 23, 2022
Zion Williamson's absence from the New Orleans Pelicans is starting to smell like more than just a long-term injury scenario. What the future for he and the team might be if the end is already here. Plus, a dive into notable buzzwords sure to be tossed around this NFL Offseason, including free agency & tag type breakdowns, understanding restructures, voids, & accrued season.
Sunday Feb 20, 2022
Sunday Feb 20, 2022
A dive into what we've coined the Top 5 NFL Free Agents at the Quarterback, Running Back, Wide Receiver, Tight End, & Offensive Line positions, including predicted contracts & potential landing spots. Plus, the 2nd highest paid player in the NBA isn't even in the same state as his teammates - and nobody seems to care.
Thursday Feb 17, 2022
Thursday Feb 17, 2022
CBS Sports Draft Analyst Chris Trapasso discusses the positions of strengths & weaknesses for the 2022 NFL Draft Class, a dive into the top available QBs, & a few potential "unicorns" to consider. Plus. Juan Soto's $350M rejection, the NHL's LTIR loophole, & will the creativity of draft trades ramp up this NFL offseason?
Sunday Feb 13, 2022
Sunday Feb 13, 2022
With the NFL Offseason now here, a dive into a few QBs with contract questions heading toward March, including Kyler Murray, Lamar Jackson, Carson Wentz, & more. Plus, Danny Heifetz from The Ringer NFL Draft Show joins to discuss his brand new QB Relationship Tiers.
Friday Feb 11, 2022
Friday Feb 11, 2022
Mike Ginnitti & Scott Allen breakdown some of the more notable takeaways from the past week or so of NBA Trades, including Boston's surprising switch-up, Harden & the 76ers, the Porzingis/Bertans hail mary, and a thrifty OKC Thunder scenario.
Thursday Feb 10, 2022
Thursday Feb 10, 2022
Assessing 10 certain to be wrong but still Bold Predictions for the upcoming NFL offseason, including potential trades, extensions, releases & more (1:50). Plus, valuing future contracts for a few Rams & Bengals players (40:35), & our favorite Super Bowl props (49:38).
Sunday Feb 06, 2022
Sunday Feb 06, 2022
The Athletic's Matt Schneidman joins to discuss a potential plan for the Packers to keep their prized QB1 & WR1, bring back a few notable defensive pieces, and still get cap healthy in 2022. Plus, breakdowns, financials and thoughts about early NBA trades from the Cavs, Pacers, Clippers, & TrailBlazers.
Thursday Feb 03, 2022
Thursday Feb 03, 2022
Sportico's Emily Caron joins to break down a new CBA & major contract for the NWSL, a major investment into both the WNBA & Premier Hockey Federation, & even more expansion for Athlete's Unlimited. Plus, a deep dive into NFL dead cap, including examples, the June 1st trigger, how retirement & void years factor in, and plenty more.
Tuesday Feb 01, 2022
Tuesday Feb 01, 2022
Tom Brady officially announced his retirement from the NFL today. How the Buccaneers can proceed with his current contract, dead cap ramifications, and a $16M question still to be answered. Plus, Sal Capaccio (@SalSports) joins to break down the upcoming offseason for the Buffalo Bills.