The Spotrac Podcast

#240: Rivers Retires, the NBA Youth with Keith Smith, & Sports Viewership with Michael McCarthy

NBA Capologist Keith Smith discusses the nuts & bolts of the Harden trade, how it could impact other teams, & how the young stars take the next step. Plus, senior Front Office Sports writer Michael McCarthy breaks down a rough year for sports ratings, & how things may look going forward.

#239: NFL Divisional Losers, Jameis for Brees, & MLB Arbitrations

Scott Allen & Mike Ginnitti discuss the pending offseason for the Browns, Rams, Ravens & Saints, plus the unique QB situation in New Orleans with Drew Brees almost certainly headed for retirement. Plus, James Harden's first weekend in Brooklyn, how the NBA is pushing through, & a quick look at a big weekend of MLB money, including the 13 players set to file for arbitration.

The James Harden Trade

A quick, instant reaction to the James Harden trade as the details were being unfolded (and entered into Spotrac).

#238: The NFL Draft with Paige Dimakos & Trading James Harden

Scott Allen opens the show with thoughts on James Harden's recent performance & post-game words, including a sensible landing spot for the future Hall of Famer. Plus, The Draft Network's Paige Dimakos joins to break down notable college prospects, team's at the top of the NFL draft, & of course, the mess that is her beloved Bears.

#237: Trading Watson & Offseason Thoughts on the Wildcard Losers

Four of the six losing teams from Wildcard Weekend have a QB conversation this offseason, and at least one has a coaching decision as well. Scott Allen & Mike Ginnitti break down offseason needs, potential moves, & notable free agents from these teams. Plus, Deshaun Watson & the Houston Texans are not BFFs. What a trade could mean for both sides. And, betting & NFL numbers for Alabama & Ohio State.

#236: Lindor to the Mets w/ Sarah Langs, & Offensive Lines Tell the NFL Story

MLB Reporter & Researcher Sarah Langs discusses the blockbuster trade between the Mets & Indians, a numbers breakdown of Francisco Lindor, & what to expect next. Plus, analyzing offensive line grades tells us all we need to know about the 2020 NFL season.

#235: NFL Postseason Fantasy & DFS Strategies, & a Sports Business Update from Emily Caron

Sportico's Emily Caron brings us into the current state of Name, Image, Likeness in college athletics, a potential Power 5 split, & the sport that gained the most in 2020. Plus, how we would construct a postseason fantasy football roster, & betting strategies from Cousin Dan.

#234: NFL Regular Season Roundup

A financial look at the 14 NFL postseason teams, an offseason outlook for those that just missed, how the highest paid players positionally speaking faired, & plenty more. Plus, tracking the MLB Hall of Fame vote.

#233: The 2020 Spotrac Year in Review

A roundtable finale to our sports business year with Mike Ginnitti, Scott Allen, & Cousin Dan, breaking down the storylines, numbers, & uniqueness of 2020, while also focusing on what we'd like to see or expect in 2021 & beyond. Plus, best and worst contracts, top earners, most viewed players, and plenty more.

#232: The NFL’s Final Stretch, & How NBA Payrolls Reflect Winning

With the NFL regular season in the final turn home, we dive into the storylines to finish off 2020, but also those that spread into 2021 & beyond. Plus, analyzing an NBA season just minutes old isn't helpful, but assessing cash payrolls can be. Scott Allen breaks down this and plenty more with a scan across the league.