The Spotrac Podcast

#360: Tom Brady’s Retirement Financially, & a Buffalo Bills’ Offseason Deep Dive with Sal Capaccio

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.

#359: Brady, Nadal, the Rams, & a Buccaneers Offseason Dive with Greg Auman

Assessing Tom Brady's retirement financials, Rafael Nadal's 21st championship, how the Rams & Bengals are built differently, biggest questions for the departing Chiefs & Niners, & a Tampa Bay Buccaneers offseason deep dive with The Athletic's Greg Auman.

#358: The Case for David Ortiz, & a Patriots Offseason Deep Dive with Matthew Fairburn

The Athletic's Matthew Fairburn joins to discuss the New England Patriots' offseason decisions, including pending free agents, notable extensions, possible cap casualties, & plenty more. Plus, David Ortiz becomes the lone player elected to this year's baseball Hall of Fame class. Mike Ginnitti breaks down his career, earnings, and the voting process.

#357: The Most Important Position in Sports, & NBA Buyers & Sellers

The NFL Divisional Round further proved one thing: The QB is the most important position in sports. Mike Ginnitti breaks down how the last decade of change has positioned teams to go all-in, from every direction, to get a QB with "it". Plus Keith Smith joins to break down potential Buyers & Sellers for the upcoming NBA Trade Deadline.

#356: A Pittsburgh Steelers Offseason Deep Dive with Mark Kaboly, & What Happens First?

The Athletic's Mark Kaboly joins to discuss a miriad of changes coming to the Pittsburgh Steelers organization, from GM & QB to notable free agents, & plenty more. Will their philosophies change Post-Ben? Is Minshew-Mania headed for Pitt? Plus, we play What Happens First? with Deshaun Watson, Ben Simmons, the Colts QB, Antonio Brown, & MLB.

#355: A Quick Cowboys Cap Dive, & the Minnesota Vikings’ Offseason with Courtney Cronin

The Vikings are in need of a new GM and a new Head Coach, but what else are they staring at this offseason? ESPN's Courtney Cronin discusses Kirk Cousins' 202 outlook, plus a defense full of pending free agents. And the Cowboys are 1 & Done this Postseason, so let's overreact immediately.

#354: The All-New-Team NBA Team & Potential Trade Candidates

Which NBA players who were acquired via trade, free agency, or the draft this offseason are making an immediate impact for their new team. Which are trending toward the trade block this month? And which teams should be looking to shake things up a bit. Plus, NFL offseasons & Jon Lester's retirement.

#353: Franchise Tag Projections with Joel Corry, & the Browns’ Offseason with Mary Kay Cabot

Former NFL agent & current salary cap expert Joel Corry rejoins the show to discuss the facts & figures surrounding the upcoming franchise tag window, including which players are prime candidates, & how much notable positions will cost. Plus, the Cleveland Browns were one of the more disappointing stories of 2021. Mary Kay Cabot breaks down the tough season, & what kind of changes might be coming to the franchise over the next few months.

#352: The MLB CBA with Chelsea Janes, & NFL Contract Incentives

National baseball reporter for the Washington Post Chelsea Janes joins to discuss her piece regarding MLB's middle-class problem, including how the luxury tax, draft, & future gambling revenue could impact negotiations. Plus, a quick look at notable, attainable incentives for certain NFL players entering Week 18.

#351: Antonio Brown’s Outburst by the Numbers & Running Back Futures

Antonio Brown & the Buccaneers appear headed for an immediate divorce. What his release means financially for him, the Bucs, & what could have been. Plus, assessing the future financial scenarios for each NFL team's running back arsenal, from extensions to restructures to pending free agents.