Michael GinnittiApril 04, 2022

World Series Odds vs. Opening Day Payrolls

The Dodgers are basically 1-2 favorites over the rest of baseball right now, while the Blue Jays, White Sox and Astros begin the year fairly even as the AL favorite. Only 3 of the Top 10 betting favorites don't possess a Top 10 payroll for 2022 currently.
Related: Current 2022 Payrolls

Top 10 Odds (FanDuel) Top 10 Cash Payrolls
Dodgers, +450 Dodgers, $279M
Blue Jays, +850  Mets, $251M
White Sox, +950 Yankees, $241M
Astros, +1000 Phillies, $221M
Braves, +1200 Padres, $208M
Brewers, +1200 Red Sox, $195M
Yankees, +1300 White Sox, $181M
Rays, +1500 Braves, $174M
Mets, +1500 Angels, $169M
Padres, +1700 Blue Jays, $166M

 

Masters Odds vs. 2020-21 Cash Rankings

Jon Rahm finished last season as the PGA money king, and he’ll enter Augusta as the favorite this week. The #2 money man, Patrick Cantlay, holds the 11th best Masters’ odds, while the 3rd highest earner, Bryson DeChambeau, sits 14th currently.
Related: 20-21 PGA Cash Rankings

Top 10 Odds (FanDuel) Top 10 20-21 Earners
Jon Rahm, +1300 Jon Rahm, $7.7M
Cam Smith, +1400 Patrick Cantlay, $7.6M
Justin Thomas, +1400 Bryson DeChambeau, $7.4M
Scottie Scheffler, +1600 Collin Morikawa, $7M
Dustin Johnson, +1600 Justin Thomas, $6.5M
Jordan Spieth, +1700 Jordan Spieth, $6.4M
Collin Morikawa, +2000 Louis Oosthuizen, $6.3M
Brooks Koepka, +2000 Harris English, $6.2M
Rory McIlroy, +2000 Cam Smith, $5.8M
Viktor Hovland, +2000 Abraham Ancer, $5.8M

 

Super Bowl LVII Odds vs. 2022 Cash Payrolls

Here’s how the last 5 top cash spenders have fared in that respective season:
2017: Carolina, 11-5 regular season, Wild Card loss
2018: Chicago, 12-4 regular season, Wild Card loss
2019: Atlanta, 7-9 regular season
2020: Houston, 4-12 regular season
2021: Tampa Bay, 13-4 regular season, Divisional loss

Related: 2022 NFL Cash Payrolls

Top 10 Odds (FanDuel) Top 10 2022 Cash Payroll
Bills, +650 Browns, $250M
Buccaneers, +700 Bills, $241M
Chiefs, +950 Rams, $235M
Rams, +1100 Dolphins, $233M
Packers, +1100 Saints, $229M
Chargers, +1500 Jaguars, $226M
49ers, +1500 Raiders, $225M
Broncos, +1500 Jets, $225M
Cowboys, +1500 Chargers, $223M
Browns, +1800 Titans, $220M

 

NBA MVP Odds vs. Season Pay Rank

Here’s how the last 5 MVPs have ranked financially in that respective season:
2016-17: Westbrook, $26.5M (5th)
2017-18: Harden, $28.2M (9th)
2018-19: Antetokounmpo, $24.1M (28th)
2019-20: Antetokounmpo, $25.8M (41st)
2020-21: Jokic, $29.5M (25th)

Related: 2021-22 NBA Salary Rankings

Top 10 Odds (DraftKings) Top 10 21-22 Salaries
Jokic, -280 Curry, $45.7M
Embiid, +230 Wall, $44.3M
Antetokounmpo, +600 Harden, $44.3M
Booker, +3500 Westbrook, $44.2M
Doncic, +8000 Durant, $42M
Morant, +10000 James, $41.1M
Tatum, +25000 George, $39.3M
DeRozan, +25000 Leonard, $39.3M
Durant, +25000 Lillard, $39.3M
Paul, +30000 Antetokounmpo, $39.3M
Michael GinnittiApril 03, 2022

Financially speaking…

Every few years the Oakland Athletics (among other teams) sell off a few notable pieces to lower their cash allocations, and reset their prospect pool. 2022 has officially become one of those years. In the past few weeks the Athletics have shipped out starting pitchers Chris Bassitt & Sean Manaea, first baseman Matt Olson, & third baseman Matt Chapman to the Mets, Padres, Braves, & Blue Jays respectively.

In doing so, Oakland has sent away over $40M of projected cash salary, bringing back 12 young players all in pre-arbitration contract statuses. It’s a significant cash dump, and a significant prospect build up, as the following details.

Related
Oakland Athletic's 2022 Payroll
MLB Trade Tracker

 

To Toronto…

Matt Chapman (28, 3B)
Chapman was in the A’s long-term plans just 2 seasons ago, as Ken Rosenthal reported that Oakland made a 10 year, $150M offer to their 3rd baseman following the 2019 campaign. He turned the deal down, suffered a serious hip injury the following season, and now finds himself on a great Toronto team, having scored a 2 year, $25M extension to buy out the rest of his team control. Chapman has 25 HR/75 RBI potential every year, but the batting average has dropped immensely over the past few seasons, putting him into a boom or bust situation at the plate. Chapman was slotted for around $10M this year in terms of arbitration salary, but his extension pays him $13M this year, and another $12M in 2023.

 

To Oakland…

Kevin Smith (25, 3B/OF)
ETA: Starting 3B, 2022
A fourth round pick back in 2017 by Toronto, the 25 year old saw action in 18 games last season as a late September callup. He figures to slot in as the starting third baseman for Oakland immediately, taking the spot Matt Chapman has held down since 2017. With just a quarter year of service under his belt, his minimum salary fits the price mold of the 2022 Athletics.

Kirby Snead (27, P)
ETA: Bullpen, 2022
With just 7 MLB appearances under his belt, and no significant prospect ratings to speak of, Snead becomes the biggest wild card in this package. He’s a bullpen arm for life, but with quality pitches in his arsenal, there’s a very good chance that he makes the A’s out of the gate, and sticks for the majority of 2022. Snead should carry a near minimum salary, and holds 2 minor league options as well.

Gunnar Hoglund (22, P)
ETA: Starting Rotation, 2024
The #19 overall selection in 2021 by the Blue Jays is now 10 months into his Tommy John surgery recovery, but was still Toronto’s top pitching prospect at the time of this move. He’ll now complete his rehab and begin his way onto the mound with an A’s organization that has built up legitimate MLB arms for the better part of two decades now.

Hoglund immediately slots in as the A’s #7 prospect according to MLB Pipeline, with above average control to boast. Financially, his team control has yet to begin, and he projects to hit the show around 2024.

Zach Logue (25, P)
ETA: Bullpen, 2022
The career minor leaguer was a 9th round pick by Toronto back in 2017, but had risen to the Blue Jays’ 27th best prospect last season, showing much better control and a spike in strikeouts. He joins Oakland as their #22 prospect, and could make the squad out of the gate this year based on the fire sale, and a few injuries.

 

To Atlanta…

Matt Olson (1B, 28)
He’ll forever be linked to Freddie Freeman per this move, and filling those shoes will be a mammoth ask for anyone - but Olson’s power numbers (both traditional and advanced) tower over Freeman’s in the past few seasons. The 2021 All-Star starter grew up near Atlanta, who almost immediately turned around and extended him to a, 8 year, $168M contract extension, buying out his final two arbitration years and then some. He’s now contract-controlled through age 36 - the exact age Atlanta was hoping to keep Freddie Freeman’s next contract limited to. Freddie got the age 37 year offer from LA, and bolted. 

 

To Oakland…

Christian Pache (23, CF)
ETA: Starting CF, 2022
Pache’s entrance into Oakland fills another immediate hold, as he slots into the starting CF role vacated by Ramon Laureano’s PED suspension (27 games still left to be served). Defensively he’s about as good as it comes in the oufield, and while his offense hasn’t found much life yet (including at bats throughout the NLCS in Atlanta last fall), his ceiling there is more than adequate to stick at the MLB level.

Shea Langeliers (24, C)
ETA: Depth C, Late 2022
The #54 prospect in America at the time of the deal, Langeliers slots in as the #2 prospect for Oakland immediately (behind Tyler Soderstrom, another catcher). He possesses an A+ arm, B+ plate management, and average offensive ability right now. He’ll begin the year off the 40-man roster in AAA, but could find his way on this team later in the summer if his bat heats up there. Long-term, current starting catcher Sean Murphy has 3 full years of arbitration ahead of him (2023-2025), but could price himself out of Oakland in 2024, paving the way for Langeliers.

Joey Estes (20, P)
ETA: 2024+
The young arm was Atlanta’s #14 prospect at the time of the move, drafted in the 16th round out of high school back in 2019. He’s a fringe starter right now based on early development, but at just 20 years old, and already with A+ swing and miss heat, there’s a real chance he becomes a name to watch in the next 18 months. He’ll start 2022 at the High-A minors level.

Ryan Cusick (22, P)
The #24 overall pick in 2021 brings a big-time heater, and strong spin rate measurables to the A’s, where he slots in as the #9 prospect currently. As with many players his age, it’s about learning how to control the offspeed stuff with regularity, but there’s a real sense that he’s in this rotation come 2024.

 

To the Mets...

Chris Bassitt (33, P)
At the time of this move, Bassitt was being added as an outstanding #3 option out of the Mets’ starting rotation. A Jacob deGrom shoulder flare up and Max Scherzer hamstring tweak later, and this acquisition becomes a front and center necessity for New York. Bassitt’s career got off to a slow start, but following 2018 Tommy John surgery, he’s been one of the more efficient arms in the league (29-14, 3.23 ERA, nearly 400Ks in 412 innings). Unlike the majority of arms in the league, Bassitt isn’t an overpowering pitcher, built more for control, and throwing to contact. The 33-year old filed for a $9M arbitration salary this season, his final year of team control before free agency.

 

To Oakland...

J.T. Ginn (22, P)
ETA: Starting Rotation, 2023
The #52 pick overall in 2022 by the Mets, he slots in as the #8 prospect for Oakland per the trade. Ginn had Tommy John surgery in 2020, but put in a strong 2021 campaign in High A ball, and is expected to join the A’s Double-A squad to start 2022. He’s an offspeed pitch magician, and can defend his position off the mound well to go with it. There’s a clear path to see him in the 2023 opening day rotation.

Adam Oller (27, P)
ETA: Starting Rotation, 2022
A 20th round selection for Pittsburgh back in 2016, he was Rule 5 drafted by the Mets last winter and started to draw plenty of attention immediately thereafter. From a grading standpoint, none of his three pitches (fastball, slider, change) rate above the 50 mark right now, but his grinder mentality could make him an innings eater at the backend of a rotation for a few years. Injuries to the A’s current rotation should allow Oller to make this squad out of camp.

 

To San Diego...

Sean Manaea (30, P)
The 30-year old made 32 starts last season in Oakland, by far a career high. He posted a strong .391 ERA, with 194 strikeouts, and just 41 walks in 179 innings. Manaea will slot in as the #3 arm on a loaded Padres staff, joining Yu Darvish, Joe Musgrove, Blake Snell, & eventually Mike Clevinger for the upcoming season. Manaea’s final  year of team control comes with a $9.75M, putting him in line for free agency after 2022.

 

To Oakland...

Euribel Angeles (19, SS)
The #8 prospect from San Diego joins Oakland as a bit of a patchwork utility infielder defensively, but a player with a real idea of what he’s doing at the plate despite being just 20 years old. He’ll start 2022 in High-A ball, but could progress quickly if the hitting production comes in where it’s anticipated to.

Adrian Martinez (25, P)
The Padres #18 prospect joins Oakland after a slow grind up the minor league system. He pushed his way up to the AAA level last year, but is primarily a two-pitch arm right now. It’s tough to put a definite timeline on his future in the system.

Michael GinnittiMarch 30, 2022

A look at the estimated Top 51 cap space needed for each team to sign its draft class during the offseason. These figures consist of the projected 2022 cap figure for each slotted draft pick in next month's draft.

Related
2022 NFL Cap Tracker
NFL Draft Tracker

 

Team Top 51 Draft Pool
NY Jets $18,337,714
NY Giants $16,190,511
Houston $14,750,912
Detroit $13,427,922
Jacksonville $12,711,766
Philadelphia $12,472,018
Green Bay $10,528,499
Kansas City $10,314,691
Atlanta $10,142,209
Baltimore $9,074,441
Seattle $8,803,884
Tampa Bay $6,286,227
Minnesota $6,232,046
New Orleans $6,206,815
Dallas $6,055,564
Carolina $5,989,492
Buffalo $5,865,324
Cincinnati $5,376,199
Pittsburgh $5,287,658
LA Chargers $5,089,968
Denver $5,063,866
Arizona $5,019,984
Tennessee $4,752,126
New England $4,633,357
Cleveland $4,515,508
San Francisco $4,372,860
Chicago $4,362,598
Indianapolis $3,754,090
Washington $2,479,427
LA Rams $2,025,081
Las Vegas $1,369,344
Miami $586,474
Michael GinnittiMarch 27, 2022

Now more than 10 days old, our look at players who were added, subtracted, retained, or still remain in the balance with every NFL franchise this offseason.

Related

 

Arizona Cardinals

Not a lot of new faces to speak of just yet, but the Cardinals still have 12 free agents still without a home for 2022. Christian Kirk and Chandler Jones priced themselves out of favor pretty quickly, but keeping Conner and Ertz in tow keeps the ship afloat. It’ll be a big draft for the Cardinals.

In: Nick Vigil (LB, MIN)

Back: James Conner (RB), Zach Ertz (TE), Maxx Williams (TE), Colt McCoy (QB), Dennis Gardeck (LB), Michael Dogbe (DE), Andy Lee (P), Aaron Brewer (LS), Ezekiel Turner (LB)

Out: Christian Kirk (WR), Chandler Jones (OLB), Chase Edmonds (RB), Jordan Hicks (LB), Jordan Phillips (DT)

Still Remaining

 

Atlanta Falcons

Obviously the story here is the QB. Matt Ryan exits ATL after 14 solid seasons, making way for Marcus Mariota, who may be tasked with steering a sinking ship in 2022. There are some likable pieces on this roster (Pitts, Jarrett, Terrell), but it feels like this season is a setup for 2023.

In: Marcus Mariota (QB, LV), Casey Hayward (CB, LV), Lorenzo Carter (DE, NYG), Damien Williams (RB, CHI), Elijah Wilkinson (G, CHI), Jalen Tabor (CB, CHI), Khadarel Hodge (WR, DET)

Back: Cordarrelle Patterson (RB), Younghoe Koo (K), Isaiah Oliver (CB), Colby Gossett (G), Erik Harris (S)

Out: Matt Ryan (QB), Foyesade Oluokun (LB), Russell Gage (WR), Josh Harris (LS), Hayden Hurst (TE), Dante Fowler Jr. (DE), Duron Harmon (S)

Still Remaining

 

Baltimore Ravens

It feels like the Ravens are still a move or two away this offseason, though the two new additions are seismic upgrades. The elephant in the room that is Lamar Jackson’s next contract still looms over the franchise, but they’ll be relevant in 2022 regardless.

In: Marcus Williams (S, NO), Morgan Moses (OT, NYJ), 

Back: Patrick Ricard (FB), Tony Jefferson (S)

Out: Anthony Averett (CB), Bradley Bozeman (G), Chris Board (LB), Justin Ellis (DT)

Still Remaining

 

Buffalo Bills

For a team that was seconds from an AFC Championship berth, the Bills certainly added a lot of new faces this offseason. There was a concerted effort to flip the defensive line, and at least some of the right side of the offensive line, and Buffalo has successfully done so (at least on paper). 

In: Von Miller (OLB, LAR), DaQuan Jones (DT, CAR), Tim Settle (DT, WAS), Rodger Saffold (G, TEN), Jordan Phillips (DL, ARI), O.J. Howard (TE, TB), Jamison Crowder (WR, NYJ), Duke Johnson (RB, MIA), Greg Mancz (OL, MIA), Marquel Lee (LB, LV), Case Keenum (QB, CLE)

Back: Taiwan Jones (RB), Isaiah McKenzie (WR), Jake Kumerow (WR), Siran Neal (S), Tyrel Dodson (LB)

Out: Harrison Phillips (DT), Mitchell Trubisky (QB), Levi Wallace (CB), Jon Feliciano (G), Vernon Butler (DT), Efe Obada (DE), Matt Breida (RB)

Still Remaining

 

Carolina Panthers

Despite a QB situation that remains in question, the Panthers have been active both in adding new faces, and retaining many of their own. Two large losses on the defensive line could loom large for 2022 however.

In: Austin Corbett (G, LAR), Xavier Woods (S, MIN), Johnny Hekker (P, LAR), Damien Wilson (LB, JAX),  Matthew Ioannidis (DE, WAS), Bradley Bozeman (OL, BAL), Rashard Higgins (WR, CLE)

Back: Donte Jackson (CB), Brandon Zylstra (WR), Rashaan Melvin (CB), Juston Burris (S), Ian Thomas (TE), Frankie Luvu (LB), Marquis Haynes (DE), Zane Gonzalez (K), J.J. Jansen (LS), Julian Stanford (LB)

Out: Haason Reddick (OLB), DaQuan Jones (DT), Ameer Abdullah (RB), Jermaine Carter (LB)

Still Remaining

 

Chicago Bears

A new front office and coaching staff generally means plenty of turnover, and that’s exactly what 2022 seems to be looking like in Chicago. A purge year generally precedes a big push year, and with draft capital, a rising salary cap, and a potential franchise QB in tow, the Bears could be setting themselves up nicely after this season.

In: Justin Jones (DT, LAC), Al-Quadin Muhammad (DE, IND), Lucas Patrick (G, GB), Byron Pringle (WR, KC), Trevor Siemian (QB, NO), Nicholas Morrow (LB, LV), Khari Blasingame (FB, TEN), Equanimeous St. Brown (WR, GB)

Back: DeAndre Houston-Carson (S), Patrick Scales (LS)

Out: Khalil Mack (OLB), Allen Robinson (WR), James Daniels (G), Jakeem Grant (WR), Bilal Nichols (DE), Pat O'Donnell (P), Artie Burns (CB), Alex Bars (G), Damien Williams (RB), Joel Iyiegbuniwe (LB), Elijah Wilkinson (G), Jalen Tabor (CB), Deon Bush (S)

Still Remaining

 

Cincinnati Bengals

Rebuild the offense line, and keep as many other players as possible. It was a pretty simple gameplan for Cincy heading into March, and thus far the results look extremely favorable. They’ll look to fill a few defensive holes in the draft, but should be right back at it come Semptember.

In: Alex Cappa (G, TB), La'el Collins (OT, DAL), Ted Karras (C, NE), Hayden Hurst (TE, ATL)

Back: Jessie Bates III (S), B.J. Hill (DT), Clark Harris (LS), Eli Apple (CB), Josh Tupou (DT), Brandon Allen (QB), Michael Thomas (S), Mike Thomas (WR), Stanley Morgan (WR)

Out: C.J. Uzomah (TE), Darius Phillips (CB), Fred Johnson (G)

Still Remaining

 

Cleveland Browns

After underachieving according to most in 2021, the Browns will look wildly different for the upcoming season, most notably of course at the QB & WR positions. Cleveland continues to negotiate with many of their TBD free agents, hoping to build out a deep roster come camp.

In: Deshaun Watson (QB, HOU), Amari Cooper (WR, DAL), Chase Winovich (DE, NE), Jakeem Grant (WR, CHI), Jacoby Brissett (QB, MIA), Taven Bryan (DT, JAX)

Back: David Njoku (TE), Anthony Walker Jr. (LB), Chris Hubbard (OT), Austin Hooper (TE), Andy Janovich (FB), M.J. Stewart (CB), Rashard Higgins (WR)

Out: Case Keenum (QB)

Still Remaining

 

Dallas Cowboys

On paper it looks like the Cowboys retained the majority of their expired contracts and are primed to run it back in 2022. But the quality of players that were let go either via trade or release this offseason are certain to have an impact on Dallas one way or another. 

In: Dante Fowler Jr. (DE, ATL), James Washington (WR, PIT)

Back: Dalton Schultz (TE), Michael Gallup (WR), Malik Hooker (S), Jake McQuaide (LS), Noah Brown (WR), Jeremy Sprinkle (TE), Dorance Armstrong (DE), Jayron Kearse (S), Bryan Anger (P), Leighton Vander Esch (LB), Luke Gifford (LB), Carlos Watkins (DE)

Out: Amari Cooper (WR), Randy Gregory (DE), Cedrick Wilson (WR), La'el Collins (OT), Connor Williams (G), Greg Zuerlein (K)

Still Remaining

 

Denver Broncos

Denver made maybe the biggest splash of the offseason, processing a 10 piece trade to acquire QB Russell Wilson from the Seahawks. They backed it up with significant adds to the defensive side of the ball , and may not be done in that regard.

In: Russell Wilson (QB, DEN), Randy Gregory (OLB, DAL), D.J. Jones (DT, SF), K'Waun Williams (CB, SF), Tom Compton (G, SF), Alex Singleton (LB, PHI), Billy Turner (G, GB)

Back: DeShawn Williams (WR), Josey Jewell (LB), Andrew Beck (FB)

Out: Drew Lock (QB), Noah Fant (TE), Shelby Harris (DT), Teddy Bridgewater (QB), Micah Kiser (LB), Austin Schlottmann (G)

Still Remaining

 

Detroit Lions

The Lions haven’t made any “splashy” new signings, but did retain an awful lot of their 2021 pieces. Will they all collectively take another step forward this season, or will it be much of the same, and a bridge to a more brash rebuild - starting at the QB position in 2023.

In: DJ Chark (WR, JAX), Mike Hughes (CB, KC), Chris Board (LB, BAL), Jarrad Davis (LB, NYJ)

Back: Charles Harris (DE), Tracy Walker (S), Josh Reynolds (WR), Kalif Raymond (WR), Jason Cabinda (FB), Alex Anzalone (LB), Evan Brown (OL), Tim Boyle (QB), C.J. Moore (S), Shaun-Dion Hamilton (LB)

Out: Jalen Reeves-Maybin (OLB), Khadarel Hodge (WR)

Still Remaining

 

Green Bay Packers

Obviously much of the attention for this team has been placed on Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams this winter, but the Packers have seen 9 notable players exit the roster this month, with just two new faces added to the mix. Green Bay almost always waits a few weeks to get into the free agent pool, but there’s work to be done here to get deeper for 2022.

In: Jarran Reed (DT, KC), Pat O'Donnell (P, CHI)

Back: Aaron Rodgers (QB), De'Vondre Campbell (OLB), Rasul Douglas (CB), Robert Tonyan Jr. (TE)

Out: Davante Adams (WR), Za'Darius Smith (OLB), Marquez Valdes-Scantling (WR), Equanimeous St. Brown (WR), Lucas Patrick (G), Oren Burks (LB), Isaac Yiadom (CB), Chandon Sullivan (CB), Billy Turner (G)

Still Remaining

 

Houston Texans

The team of a few dozen 1 year contracts last offseason is right back at it in 2022. Plenty of players were retained, but to say this is an improved team on paper would be nearsighted. The large move of course was the trade away of their franchise QB, signaling a new era in Houston.

In: Blake Cashman (LB, NYJ), A.J. Cann (G, JAX), Jalen Reeves-Maybin (OLB, DET), Andy Janovich (FB, CLE), Ogbonnia Okoronkwo (OLB, LAR), Dare Ogunbowale (RB, JAX), Kyle Allen (QB, WAS), M.J. Stewart (CB, CLE), Scott Quessenberry (C, LAC), Isaac Yiadom (CB, GB)

Back: Maliek Collins (LB), Christian Kirksey (LB), Justin Britt (OL), Desmond King (CB), Pharaoh Brown (TE), Rex Burkhead (RB), Chris Conley (WR), Tae Davis (LB), Chris Moore (WR), Jeff Driskel (QB), Jon Weeks (LS), Antony Auclair (TE), Terrence Brooks (S), Kamu Grugier-Hill (OLB), Royce Freeman (RB), Neville Hewitt (LB)

Out: Deshaun Watson (QB), Justin Reid (S), Jake Martin (OLB), Tyrod Taylor (QB), A.J. Moore (S), Terrance Mitchell (CB), Geron Christian (T)

Still Remaining

 

Indianapolis Colts

The Colts have done all of their damage via the trade, sending a QB & A CB away, while bringing back a pass rusher and a new QB in the process. They’ve yet to dip into the free agency pool, but with cap space and needs, they’ll get after it soon.

In: Matt Ryan (QB, ATL), Yannick Ngakoue (DE, LV), 

Back: Tyquan Lewis (DT), Matt Pryor (OT), Zaire Franklin (OLB), Mo Alie-Cox (TE)

Out: Carson Wentz (QB), Rock Ya-Sin (CB), Mark Glowinski (G), George Odum (S), Al-Quadin Muhammad (DE), Zach Pascal (WR)

Still Remaining

 

Jacksonville Jaguars

Stop me if you’ve heard this already: The Jaguars are adding & spending a lot this free agency season. They’re certainly not being shy, but I wouldn’t say they’re “recklessly overpaying” either. They’re doing what a bad, small market, team has to do once they have their QB in place on a rookie contract and deem it “go time”. Will they all be slam dunks? Not even close. But there’s reason to believe Jacksonville can take a big step forward in 2022.

In: Christian Kirk (WR, ARI), Brandon Scherff (OG, WAS), Foyesade Oluokun (LB, ATL), Darious Williams (CB, LAR), Foley Fatukasi (DT, NYJ), Zay Jones (WR, LV), Evan Engram (TE, NYG)

Back: Cam Robinson (OT), Will Richardson (T), Tyler Shatley (OL), Laquon Treadwell (WR), Tre Herndon (CB)

Out: Myles Jack (LB), Andrew Norwell (OG), DJ Chark (WR), A.J. Cann (OG), Damien Wilson (OLB), Taven Bryan (DT), Dare Ogunbowale (RB), Jihad Ward (NYG), Jacob Hollister (TE)

Still Remaining

 

Kansas City Chiefs

Well we certainly didn’t see this one coming. The Chiefs shocked us all by moving on from stud WR Tyreek Hill, but at least have two notable signings at the position to ease the pain for now. They’re at least one addition in their secondary away from being comfortable, though a few notable pieces would make sense.

In: Justin Reid (S, HOU), Marquez Valdes-Scantling (WR, GB), JuJu Smith-Schuster (WR, PIT), Geron Christian (OT, HOU), Jermaine Carter (LB, CAR), Ronald Jones II (RB, TB), Deon Bush (S, CHI)

Back: Orlando Brown Jr. (OT)m Chad Henne (QB), Josh Gordon (WR), Michael Burton (FB), Derrick Nnadi (DT), Blake Bell (TE), Andrew Wylie (OT)

Out: Tyreek Hill (WR), Charvarius Ward (CB), Byron Pringle (WR), Austin Blythe (G), Jarran Reed (DT), Mike Hughes (CB), Demarcus Robinson (WR), Daniel Sorensen (S)

Still Remaining

 

Las Vegas Raiders

New GM. New Coach. Plenty of New Players. Did the Raiders stir the pot too much this offseason to be able to maintain - let alone build upon - their small level of 2021 success? This is a franchise that liked their offensive line, saw progress in their running game, and just made significant upgrades to the pass catchers and pass rusher. If it can all come together quickly, it’ll be fun to watch.

In: Davante Adams (WR, GB), Rock Ya-Sin (CB, IND), Chandler Jones (OLB, ARI), Bilal Nichols (DE, CHI), Brandon Bolden (RB, NE), Anthony Averett (CB, LV), Mack Hollins (WR, MIA), Alex Bars (G, CHI), Jakob Johnson (FB, NE), Darius Phillips (CB, CIN), Vernon Butler (DT, BUF), Demarcus Robinson (WR, KC), Ameer Abdullah (RB, CAR), Jacob Hollister (TE, JAC), Kyler Fackrell (LB, LAC), Micah Kiser (LB, DEN), Kyle Peko (DT, TEN), Duron Harmon (S, ATL), Jayon Brown (LB, TEN)

Back: Jackson Barton (T), Brandon Parker (T), Jermaine Eluemunor (G), 

Out: Yannick Ngakoue (DE), Zay Jones (WR), Marcus Mariota (QB), Casey Hayward (CB), Quinton Jefferson (DT), Alec Ingold (FB), Nicholas Morrow (OLB), Marquel Lee (LB)

Still Remaining

 

Los Angeles Chargers

A good team with a young QB, and notable pieces at all the positions of power entering March with ample cap space? The Chargers were dangerous on paper from the get go, and they made a few splashes that should pay dividends come September. 

In: Khalil Mack (OLB, CHI), J.C. Jackson (CB, NE), Sebastian Joseph (DT, LAR), Austin Johnson (DT, NYG), Gerald Everett (TE, SEA), Josh Harris (LS, ATL), 

Back: Mike Williams (WR),  Chase Daniel (QB), Christian Covington (DT), Dustin Hopkins (K)

Out: Uchenna Nwosu (LB), Justin Jones (DT), Kyler Fackrell (OLB), Scott Quessenberry (OL), Kyzir White (OLB)

Still Remaining

 

Los Angeles Rams

Robert Woods out, Allen Robinson in was one of the bigger and more surprising moves thus far, while Von Miller choosing Buffalo over a return to LA ranks up there with it. Most of the offseason money will go to an already signed deal for QB Matthew Stafford, and an Aaron Donald extension certain to be on deck. 

In: Allen Robinson (WR, CHI),

Back: Brian Allen (OL), Joseph Noteboom (T), Coleman Shelton (OL), Brandon Powell (WR)

Out: Robert Woods (WR), Von Miller (OLB), Darious Williams (CB), Austin Corbett (G), Sebastian Joseph (DT), Johnny Hekker (P), Ogbonnia Okoronkwo (OLB), Johnny Mundt (TE)

Still Remaining

 

Miami Dolphins

Splashy. QB Tua Tagovailoa won’t have any excuses in terms of the pieces that have been put in front of and around him this season. Though it stands to reason that a new coaching staff plus a bevy of new players will need some time to marinade before real success can start happening.

In: Tyreek Hill (WR, KC), Terron Armstead (OT, NO), Cedrick Wilson (WR, DAL), Connor Williams (G, DAL), Chase Edmonds (RB, ARI), Keion Crossen (CB, NYG), Alec Ingold (FB, LV), Teddy Bridgewater (QB, DEN), Raheem Mostert (RB, SF), Trent Sherfield (WR, SF)

Back: Mike Gesicki (TE), Emmanuel Ogbah (DE), Preston Williams (WR), Sam Eguavoen (LB), Elandon Roberts (LB), Duke Riley (LB), Brennan Scarlett (LB), Durham Smythe (TE)

Out: Jacoby Brissett (QB), Mack Hollins (WR), Duke Johnson (RB), Greg Mancz (OL), Justin Coleman (CB)

Still Remaining

 

Minnesota Vikings

After plenty of speculation, the Vikings will run it back with a freshly extended Kirk Cousins, and a few much needed upgrades on the defensive side of the ball. Danielle Hunter is back in the fold, Adam Thielen is back in the fold, and there’s a sense of optimism for this franchise in 2022.

In: Za'Darius Smith (DE, GB), Harrison Phillips (DT, BUF), Jordan Hicks (LB, ARI), Johnny Mundt (TE, LAR), Chandon Sullivan (CB, GB), Austin Schlottmann (G, DEN)

Back: Jordan Berry (P), Sean Mannion (QB)

Out: Tyler Conklin (TE), Mason Cole (OL), Xavier Woods (S), Nick Vigil (OLB)

Still Remaining

 

New England Patriots

After a monster offseason in 2021, the Patriots have been nearly nonexistent this time around, though retaining Trent Brown seems to be good business. There are significant question marks on the rest of the offensive line, and the weapons didn’t prove to be adequate down the stretch last season, so there’s work to be done in New England. 

In: Mack Wilson (LB, CLE), Ty Montgomery (WR, NO), Terrance Mitchell (CB, HOU), Malcolm Butler (CB)

Back: Trenton Brown (OT), Ja'whaun Bentley (LB), Devin McCourty (S), Nick Folk (K), James White (RB), Brian Hoyer (QB), Matthew Slater (ST), 

Out: J.C. Jackson (CB), Ted Karras (OL), Brandon Bolden (RB), Gunner Olszewski (WR), Jakob Johnson (FB), Shaq Mason (G), Chase Winovich (DE)

Still Remaining

 

New Orleans Saints

The Saints have had a roller coaster few weeks, starting with $80M of cap to free up, to a retiring coach, a near major QB acquisition, all the way back to a situation that looks a lot like last year, minus a star safety and left tackle. The few offseason signings have made sense, but they’ll need to hit big with a few early draft picks to round out this roster.

In: Marcus Maye (S, NYJ), Daniel Sorensen (S, KC)

Back: Jameis Winston (QB)

Out: Terron Armstead (OT), Marcus Williams (S), Trevor Siemian (QB), Ty Montgomery (WR)

Still Remaining

 

New York Giants

A new front office/coaching staff generally means at least some roster purge in year one, and the Giants early offseason lends itself to that trend (with potentially more to come). Loading up on interior offensive linemen and a few depth weapons appears to be focused on giving Daniel Jones a bit of showcase season, which makes a lot of sense for the 2022 campaign.

In: Mark Glowinski (G, IND), Tyrod Taylor (QB, HOU), Jon Feliciano (G, BUF), Justin Ellis (DT, BAL), Jihad Ward (DE, JAX), Matt Breida (RB, BUF), Jamil Douglas (G, WAS), Ricky Seals-Jones (TE, WAS), Matt Gono (T, ATL), Richie James (WR, SF)

Back: Casey Kreiter (LS), C.J. Board (WR), Korey Cunningham (T)

Out: Austin Johnson (DT), Keion Crossen (CB), Evan Engram (TE), Lorenzo Carter (DE), Logan Ryan (CB)

Still Remaining

 

New York Jets

In: Laken Tomlinson (G, SF), D.J. Reed (S, SEA), C.J. Uzomah (TE, CIN), Tyler Conklin (TE, MIN), Jordan Whitehead (S, TB), Jake Martin (OLB, HOU), Greg Zuerlein (K, DAL), 

Back: Braxton Berrios (WR), Joe Flacco (QB), Dan Feeney (G), LaMarcus Joyner (S), Conor McDermott (T), Tevin Coleman (RB), Nathan Shepherd (DE), Nick Bawden (FB)

Out: Blake Cashman (LB), Foley Fatukasi (DT), Marcus Maye (S), Morgan Moses (OT), Jamison Crowder (WR), Jarrad Davis (LB)

Still Remaining

 

Philadelphia Eagles

With three first round picks, and a draft loaded with wideouts and offensive tackles, the Eagles focused on retaining, and adding to, their pass rush this March. They’ll be one of the teams to watch throughout the draft both for who they take, and potentially how they move around.

In: Haason Reddick (OLB, CAR), Zach Pascal (WR, IND), Kyzir White (LB, LAC)

Back: Greg Ward (WR), Derek Barnett (DE), Fletcher Cox (DL), Boston Scott (RB), Anthony Harris (S), 

Out: Hassan Ridgeway (DT), Alex Singleton (LB)

Still Remaining

 

Pittsburgh Steelers

The Steelers had an offensive line problem in 2021, and have already added a few veteran pieces in that regard. Toss in a potential QB1 in Trubisky, and a few upgrades on the defensive side of the ball, and Pittsburgh is off to a good start this offseason.

In: James Daniels (G, CHI), Myles Jack (LB, JAX), Mason Cole (OL, MIN), Mitchell Trubisky (QB, BUF), Levi Wallace (CB, BUF), Gunner Olszewski (WR, NE)

Back: Chuks Okorafor (OT), Montravius Adams (DE), Miles Killebrew (S), Arthur Maulet (CB), Ahkello Witherspoon (CB)

Out: Ray-Ray McCloud (WR, SF), JuJu Smith-Schuster (WR, KC), James Washington (WR, DAL)

Still Remaining

 

San Francisco 49ers

The Niners appear to be getting younger (and cheaper) in a lot of areas going forward, and are expected to follow suit at the QB position. Are they building for a team that might need a year or two to find its sea legs? A lack of splashy signings thus far signals that may be the case.

In: Charvarius Ward (CB, KC), George Odum (S, IND), Oren Burks (LB, GB), Ray-Ray McCloud (WR, SF), Hassan Ridgeway (DT, SF), Kerry Hyder (DE, SEA)

Back: Maurice Hurst (DT), Jake Brendel (OL), Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles (LB), Jordan Willis (DE), Jeff Wilson (RB), Dontae Johnson (CB)

Out: Laken Tomlinson (G), D.J. Jones (DT), K'Waun Williams (CB), Tom Compton (G), Raheem Mostert (RB), Trent Sherfield (WR), Trenton Cannon (RB), Richie James (WR)

Still Remaining

 

Seattle Seahawks

The Russ era comes to a close in Seattle and with it comes a roster full of doubt - despite notable talent at the WR, TE, and safety positions. Will they concede their future in a loaded division and continue to strip down, or upgrade the QB position and build this thing back up on the fly? The Seahawks remain fascinating, even if they might not be successful this season.

In: Drew Lock (QB, DEN), Noah Fant (TE, DEN), Shelby Harris (DT, DEN), Uchenna Nwosu (LB, LAC), Quinton Jefferson (DE, LV), Austin Blythe (G, KC), Artie Burns (CB, CHI), Joel Iyiegbuniwe (LB, CHI), Justin Coleman (CB, MIA)

Back: Quandre Diggs (S), Will Dissly (TE), Al Woods (DT), Sidney Jones (CB), Rashaad Penny (RB), Kyle Fuller (OL)

Out: Russell Wilson (QB), D.J. Reed (S), Gerald Everett (TE), Jamarco Jones (OT), Kerry Hyder (DE)

Still Remaining

 

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

With Brady back in the fold, so come plenty of once thought to be departed free agents. The O-Line and secondary still seem a piece or two away, and there’s another TE to drop into the offense at some point this offseason, but the Bucs get themselves right back into NFC South division title conversations.

In: Shaq Mason (G, NE), Russell Gage (WR, ATL), Fred Johnson (G, CIN), Logan Ryan (CB, NYG)

Back: Chris Godwin (WR), Carlton Davis (CB), Ryan Jensen (OL), Aaron Stinnie (G), Breshad Perriman (WR), Leonard Fournette (RB), William Gholston (DE)

Out: Alex Cappa (G), Jordan Whitehead (S), O.J. Howard (TE), Ronald Jones II (RB)

Still Remaining

 

Tennessee Titans

Bringing back a player like Harold Landry keeps the Titans relevant defensively, while a surprise acquisition of Robert Woods from LA could prove to be one of the top NFL moves of the offseason. Tennessee needs a few offensive linemen and maybe another experienced run stuffer, but this team did well to stay afloat thus far.

In: Robert Woods (WR, LAR), Austin Hooper (TE, CLE), Jamarco Jones (OT, SEA), A.J. Moore (S, HOU), Trenton Cannon (RB, SF)

Back: Harold Landry (OLB), Ben Jones (OL), Geoff Swaim (TE), Morgan Cox (LS), Randy Bullock (K), Dylan Cole (LB), Jordan Wilkins (RB), Olasunkanmi Adeniyi (LB), Dontrell Hilliard (RB)

Out: Rodger Saffold (G), Kyle Peko (DT), Khari Blasingame (FB), Jayon Brown (LB)

Still Remaining

 

Washington Commanders

The Wentz acquisition remains a head scratcher, but the rest of the Commander’s offseason thus far seems relatively logical. In fact one may argue that this team has retained more than probably expected, and could have a chance to succeed through the regular season if Wentz can manage games halfway decently. It might be too much to ask though.

In: Carson Wentz (QB, IND), Andrew Norwell (G, JAX), Efe Obada (DE, BUF), 

Back: Bobby McCain (CB), Troy Apke (S), Tyler Larsen (OL), Cornelius Lucas (OT), J.D. McKissic (RB), Cam Sims (WR), Danny Johnson (CB)

Out: Brandon Scherff (G), Tim Settle (DT), Matthew Ioannidis (DE), Kyle Allen (QB), Jamil Douglas (G), Ricky Seals-Jones (TE)

Still Remaining

Michael GinnittiMarch 26, 2022

Quarterback

Andy Dalton (QB, 34)
Dalton began 2021 as the starter in Chicago, but quickly gave way to Justin Fields after just 6 starts. There still remain a few solid backup homes for Dalton in 2022, but the Houston Texans seem like the best fit overall. Davis Mills will get every chance to be the QB1 again this season, but having a player of Dalton’s experience either to mentor and/or take over as needed makes too much sense.

Also: Blaine Gabbert, Josh Rosen, Cam Newton, Colin Kaepernick, ALL

 

Running Back

Melvin Gordon (RB, 28)
After two solid seasons, and $16M earned, in Denver, Gordon is still looking for his next home in 2022. While a return to Denver makes sense, teams like Atlanta, Tampa, Kansas City, or even Buffalo could be in the conversation as well. Gordon may have to drop his asking price into the $4M range this time around.

Also: Sony Michel, Phillip Lindsay, Darrel Williams, David Johnson, ALL

 

Wide Receiver

Julio Jones (WR, 33)
Recently released from Tennessee, Jones has yet to resurface as an option for many WR-needy teams. Indy, Philly, & Cleveland seem like early logical fits, but Jones’ inability to stay healthy for a full season makes him a difficult sign, despite the obvious talent. He might be a better fit in an offense already flush with help at the wideout spot (Tampa, LA Chargers, etc…) where he can be used a bit more specifically and sparingly to maximize production. $2M of his 2022 salary in Tennessee is his, so a new contract should be relatively cheap.

Also: Jarvis Landry, Will Fuller, Cole Beasley, Odell Beckham, Jr., ALL

 

Tight End

Rob Gronkowski (TE, 32)
Gronk put together a much more productive 2021 than 2020, despite 4 less games played. With O.J. Howard now in Buffalo, Gronk would seemingly be welcome back to Tampa Bay with open arms if he still has a desire to lace them up. His 1 year, $8M contract from last year should do the trick once again.

Also: Kyle Rudolph, Jimmy Graham, Eric Ebron, Jared Cook, Blake Jarwin, ALL

 

Offensive Line

Duane Brown (OT, 36)
Russell Wilson’s former left tackle is still seeking work for the 2022 season, with links to Indy, Panthers, & Seahawks all obvious choices. Brown has been earning around $11M per year since 2018, and it stands to reason that with multiple suitors, he’ll remain in the $9M-$11M mark for his next contract.

Also: J.C. Tretter, Eric Fisher, Ereck Flowers, Daryl Williams, Trey Hopkins, ALL

 

Defensive Tackle

Sheldon Richardson (DT, 31)
Richardson has posted 700 snaps in 4 straight seasons, with 3-5 sacks, 40-60 tackles and a few forced fumbles annually over that span. He’s a strong plug and play option for a contending team, and shouldn’t command more than the $3.6M deal he played on in 2021.

Also: Ndamukong Suh, Eddie Goldman, Brandon Williams, Star Lotulelei, Linval Joseph, ALL

 

Edge Defenders

Jadeveon Clowney (DE, 29)
A return to Cleveland has been widely rumored for Clowney, who finished 2021 with 9 sacks, 38 tackles, and 2 forced fumbles for the Browns. It stands to reason that Clowney and his camp will be seeking more than the 1 year, $8M deal he completed last season, though the Browns, with plenty of mouths to feed, may not be in the market to offer that. A version of Hasaan Reddick’s 3 year, $45M deal in Philly makes sense for Clowney, and the Dolphins & Rams may join the conversation at some point soon.

Also: Akiem Hicks, Jason Pierre-Paul, Jerry Hughes, Melvin Ingram, Calais Campbell, ALL

 

Linebackers

Bobby Wagner (LB, 31)
The long-time Seahawk has been making the rounds (Dallas, LA, Baltimore), and should soon make a decision. Wagner was released out of a $16M+ salary this March, and carries a valuation around $10M on the open market, but it’s obvious that a move to a legitimate contender is in his plans. Baltimore probably has the most need here, but the Rams seem like a match made in heaven.

Also: Nick Kwiatkoski, Danny Trevathan, Dont'a Hightower, Anthony Hitchens, ALL

 

Cornerbacks

Stephon Gilmore (CB, 31)
There’s not a solid financial track record for 31+ cornerbacks, though Gilmore, Joe Haden, & Patrick Peterson all offer intriguing opportunities for teams despite their age. Gilmore has been linked to the Chiefs, & Eagles, though the Colts & 49ers should also be largely in the veteran CB conversation right now. With a 2 year, $24M contract do the trick? A massive jump in WR pay signals that the CB market could be soaring again very shortly.

Also: Trae Waynes, Joe Haden, Tavon Young, Patrick Peterson, Chris Harris, ALL

 

Safeties

Tyrann Mathieu (S, 29)
Mathieu joins Tyreek Hill as another big name to depart the Chiefs in 2022, and is still making the rounds to secure his next home. Tyrann has been linked to at least a half dozen teams publicly, but the Steelers, Cowboys, & Broncos seem to make the most sense here. Pittsburgh needs a bevy of help in their secondary, and Mathieu’s versatility can cover plenty of that, while Dallas’ defensive backs were wildly exposed over the second half of 2021. Denver getting in the mix is on brand for how the franchise is currently operating: All-In. Mathieu is likely seeking $16M per year on the market.

Also: Landon Collins, Keanu Neal, Kareem Jackson, Rodney McLeod, ALL

 

Kickers

Michael Badgley (K, 26)
Badgley played 13 games for the Colts in 2021, hitting 18 of 22 fieldgoals, and 98% of his point-afters. He’s been inconsistent for sure, but he’ll still find a roster by camp.

Also: Chase McLaughlin, Sam Ficken, ALL

 

Punters

Kevin Huber (P, 36)
After 13 seasons in Cincy, Huber has yet to be retained for 2022. The Dolphins, Browns, & Falcons also have needs at the position, making it likely that Huber finds a gig to latch onto if he desires.

Also: Thomas Morstead, Corey Bojorquez, Riley Dixon, ALL

Michael GinnittiMarch 24, 2022

A visual look at the numbers behind Tyreek Hill's historic extension with the Dolphins, including $72M through 2024, & $52M fully guaranteed at signing.

Michael GinnittiMarch 23, 2022

The NFL superstar carousel continues to turn, as the league saw two of its Top 3 Wide Receivers both traded, and in turn extended to historic contracts over the past few days. We’ll take a deep dive at the new contracts for Davante Adams & Tyreek Hill, comparing a few notable metrics for each over the next few seasons.

 

Age, Touch Counts, and Approximate Value

Tyreek Hill just turned 28 years old on March 1st. Davante Adams turned 29 last Christmas. Hill has 668 touches (+68 returns) in his 6 year career, while Adams has 669 in 8 seasons. In terms of Approximate Value (Pro Football Reference’s “WAR” stat), Adams clocks in at 77, with Hill coming in at 74. There’s an awful lot of crossover here.

 

Comparing the Contracts

Davante Adams Raiders Contract

Tyreek Hill's Dolphins Contract

Adams receives a $19.25M signing bonus, $3.5M salary, & $500,000 tied to per game active bonuses. Hill’s deal is much more straightforward (and player friendly), with a larger $25.5M signing bonus, and no per game active bonuses on the deal. Both players will receive $100,000 for completing offseason workouts annually.

Each deal contains a favorable cap structure for 2022 (of course), and a sizable roster bonus in year 2 that will almost certainly be restructured. Just how much of 2023 is restructured could factor into the “potential outs” of these contracts respectively. If all $25M+ of Tyreek Hill’s 2023 salary is restructured, it almost ensures he’ll get a 4th year out of the contract. While it’s not as cut and dry for Adams, a full 2023 restructure on his deal means $22.6M of dead cap in 2025.

A Potential Davante Adams 2023 Restructure

A Potential Tyreek Hill 2023 Restructure Both deals have significant “fluff” at their backends, but Adams comes over a 2 year span ($72.5M). For Hill there’s a fairly clear path to 4 years, $95.4M here, with a downright comical 1 year, $45M salary ($50.1M cap hit) in the 2026 season.

 

Metric Comparisons

Average Per Year
Tyreek: $30M
Davante: $28M

1st-Year Cash
Tyreek: $26.635M
Davante: $23.35M

2-Year Cash
Tyreek: $52.7M
Davante: $49.9M

3-Year Cash
Tyreek: $72.5M
Davante: $67.4M

Guaranteed at Signing
Tyreek: $52.535M
Davante: $22.75M

Guaranteed by March 2023
Tyreek: $72.2M
Davante: $65.6M

Practical Contract
Tyreek: 4 years, $95.4M
Davante: 3 years, $67.4M

 

Concluding Thoughts

It’s clear that Tyreek Hill’s deal far exceeds Davante Adams’ contract in almost every measure. But keep in mind that Hill & agent Drew Rosenhaus had Adams’ contract to reference here. Whatever the contractual plan was for Hill 2 weeks ago, that changed immediately the second Las Vegas pulled off the trade & sign.

Being one year younger shouldn’t hold too much weight here, but it certainly helps ease Miami’s pain when it comes to significantly higher bonus & guarantee structures, and a lack of per game active bonuses.

Could the Packers & Chiefs have afforded these deals? Your cost to park, drink, and buy a jersey should answer that question. Could they have made the salary cap work? (See: New Orleans Saints, 2010-2022). But in each case, the draft compensation acquired by moving on will not only turn into an immediate high-profile WR in the upcoming draft (of which there are projected to be many), but also potential starters in other positions either this or next season.

Are Tyreek Hill & Davante Adams immediately replaceable? No. Each have proven experience, and postseason success that can’t be replicated by even the best 22 year old wideout. But the business side of these moves set up the Green Bay and Kansas City franchises to continue to thrive as a whole, especially knowing that each is fully committed to an elite QB1.

Michael GinnittiMarch 22, 2022

A look at the few dozen MLB players who couldn't come to an agreement before the March 22nd deadline, and the numbers exchanged going forward.

(Player's Filing/Team's Filing)

 

Atlanta Braves

Dansby Swanson ($10M/$9.2M)

Luke Jackson ($4M/$3.6M)

Adam Duvall ($10.2M/$9.2M)

Max Fried ($6.8M/$6.6M)

Austin Riley ($4.2M/$3.9M)

Baltimore Orioles

Trey Mancini ($8M/$7.3M)

John Means ($3.1M/$2.7M)

 

Chicago Cubs

Willson Contreras ($10.2M/$9M)

 

Chicago White Sox

Lucas Giolito ($7.5M/$7.3M)

 

Cincinnati Reds

Lucas Sims ($1.6M/$1.2M)

 

Colorado Rockies

Kyle Freeland ($7.8M/$6.4M)

 

Detroit Tigers

Spencer Turnbull ($2.1M/$1.3M)

 

Kansas City Royals

Andrew Benintendi ($8.5M/$7.3M)

Nicholas Lopez ($2.9M/$2.5M)

 

Miami Marlins

Jesus Aguilar ($7.7M/$7M)

Joe Wendle ($4.9M/$4.3M)

Jacob Stallings ($3.1M/$2.4M)

Pablo Lopez ($3M/$2.4M)

 

Milwaukee Brewers

Adrian Houser ($3M/$2.4M)

 

Minnesota Twins

Gary Sanchez ($9.5M/$8.5M)

Luis Arraez ($2.4M/$1.85M)

 

New York Mets
Chris Bassitt ($9M/$8.6M)

 

New York Yankees

Aaron Judge ($21M/$17M)

 

Philadelphia Phillies

Zach Eflin ($6.9M/$5.15M)

 

Pittsburgh Pirates

Bryan Reynolds ($4.9M/$4.25M)

 

Seattle Mariners

Adam Frazier ($8M/$6.7M)

Mitch Haniger ($8M/$6.7M)

Jesse Winker($7M/$5.4M)

 

St. Louis Cardinals

Harrison Bader ($4.8M/$3.8M)

Tyler O'Neill ($4.15M/$3.4M)

 

Washington Nationals

Victor Robles ($2.1M/$1.6M)

Michael GinnittiMarch 21, 2022

A visual look at the numbers behind Davante Adams' 5 year, $140M contract with the Raiders, including the cap breakdown, guarantee structure & our thoughts going forward. Related: View the Full Contract

Michael GinnittiMarch 21, 2022

A visual look at the numbers behind Von Miller's blockbuster free agent contract with the Bills, including $52M through 2024, and team-friendly cap hits over the next two seasons. Related: View the Full Contract

Top