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
Wednesday Dec 22, 2021
Wednesday Dec 22, 2021
Mike Ginnitti breaks down the newly selected Pro Bowl rosters, assessing which players received an uptick financially speaking based on escalators, bonuses, or 5th-year-option triggers. Plus, a recap of how those 5th year option tiers now work for former 1st round draft picks. And, the WR market has plenty of notable names in need of a new contract in the coming months.
Monday Dec 20, 2021
Monday Dec 20, 2021
Scott Allen joins to discuss Sportico's recent NBA franchise valuation list, including teams who have jumped the most, a few who could be on the decline, and how these compare to the other major American sports. Plus, identifying a Free Agent, Extension Candidate, & Trade Possibility for the Quarterback, Running Back, Wide Receiver, & Tight End position this offseason.
Wednesday Dec 15, 2021
Wednesday Dec 15, 2021
With a few dozen more players now eligible, Keith Smith joins to help identify which teams may be active as we approach trade season in the NBA, including some who may be subtracting for financial reasons. Plus, the reported Postseason Pools for MLB playoff teams is good news for the locked out sport.
Monday Dec 13, 2021
Monday Dec 13, 2021
On the heels of Bryce Young's expected Heisman win, a quick look back at how the NFL careers for each winner since 1990 panned out, and which offered the most bang for buck. Plus, an in-depth dive into the contractual statuses of quarterbacks for each NFL team heading toward the end of the 2021 regular season.
Wednesday Dec 08, 2021
Wednesday Dec 08, 2021
Damian Lillard has a list of things he wants this Christmas, and like many of us, it's $106.5M and a chance to pick his new boss. Scott Allen discusses how Portland should proceed through this process. Plus, breaking down 5 NFL transactions that appear questionable at best heading toward 2022.
Sunday Dec 05, 2021
Sunday Dec 05, 2021
With news that the NFL's 2022 salary cap will indeed hit the $208M mark, our look at teams in good/rough shape, & how it might impact offseason spending. Plus, a quick look back at how the Top 10 NFL Free Agent contracts of 2021 are faring. And, Scott Allen with thoughts on what MLB can do to tighten up and promote its offseason much more.
Thursday Dec 02, 2021
Thursday Dec 02, 2021
MLB teams pumped $2.5B of new signings into November, by far the most in history. Cousin Dan breaks down a few of the bigger deals & what could still be to come post-lockout. Plus, quickly assessing the 2021 outlook for the NFL's top paid offensive weapons.
Monday Nov 29, 2021
Monday Nov 29, 2021
Jonathan Taylor (2:55) is the NFL's next big running back, but is he in line to be paid as such? Plus, Lamar Jackson (9:45) continues to give us a little bit of everything, but has he shown enough consistency to warrant the traditional extension? And, MLB Free Agency (16:05) is scalding hot on the heels of a CBA lockout. Our thoughts on recent signings & the Max Scherzer $40M watch. Also, John Wall (24:06) is owed $91M and wants to start or be traded.
Wednesday Nov 24, 2021
Wednesday Nov 24, 2021
Kim Jones joins to break down the futures of the Giants, Jets, & Yankees, including the status of Dave Gettleman, Daniel Jones, Saquon Barkley & plenty more. Plus, where Wander Franco's extension ranks in terms of pre-arbitration signings, & Rays money as a whole. And, the Saints locked in Taysom Hill to another smoke and mirrors contract - but does this one have any substance?
Sunday Nov 21, 2021
Sunday Nov 21, 2021
Mike Ginnitti details a recent piece assessing one player from every NFL team carrying some form of "what if" heading toward 2022. And, Mac Jones has the Patriots trending way up. How did we get here, how are they spending, & how much should we trust it? Plus, Dallas Geodert's extension signifies more confidence in Philly.