We talk often about which NFL players are paid the most within their respective position group, but we don't mention regularly where they started from to get there. Does it matter? Our look into the draft statuses for where the top paid players at each positon group came from. Read More
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Spotrac News
Track all 160 selections of this year's very much truncated MLB Draft, led by the Detroit Tigers & Baltimore Orioles. Read More
NFL Contract Extension Candidates
Breaking down one player from each franchise who could be staring down a new contract in the coming weeks or months, including their current status, calculated market value, & more. Read More
The Largest Contract for Each NFL Team
A look at which player from each NFL franchise holds the title of largest total value contract in team history. Read More
2021 5th-Year Option Decisions
The deadline to decide on 5th year options for all 2017 first round picks is May 4th. We're tracking the values & decisions here. Read More
Financially Assessing Veteran QB Contracts in 2021
The Packers selection of Jordan Love prompted us to look at all veteran QBs currently under contract in 2021, where they stand financially, & the cost/savings to move on from each going forward. Read More
2020 NFL Draft Contract Tracker
Keep up with every 2020 NFL Draft pick as they're made, including projected contracts, signing bonuses, & first year cap hit breakdowns for each. Read More
30 Years of #1 Overall Draft Picks, Financially
A deep dive into 30 years of #1 Overall NFL draft picks, from Jeff George to Kyler Murray, including financial figures, career lifespans, evolutions to the league, positional & college breakdowns, & plenty more . Read More
Best & Worst Contracts by Length
Our thoughts on which active contracts from the four major American sports (NBA, NFL, NHL, MLB) are the best and worst based on their length. Read More
10 Hot NFL Takes That Will Never Happen
With the NFL hot stove still simmering on the heels of an action packed March, we'll take a fun stab at predicting 10 Hot Take moves that are certain not to happen, but still make a little bit of sense. Read More
LISTEN: Careers Earned: Alex Rodriguez
Our Careers Earned series kicks off with the highest earning player in major American sports. Alex Rodriguez reeled in $455M as a member of the Mariners, Rangers, & Yankees. Our financial career spotlight takes you through each contract, trade, success, & of course suspension throughout his journey. Read More
Breaking Down Ryan Tannehill's Extension
The Titans let Jack Conklin walk to the Browns, & slapped a franchise tag on Derrick Henry, but they didn't mess around with their newfound quarterback, locking him in to a 4 year $118M contract. We break down numbers, rankings, & thoughts surrounding the new deal. Read More
2020 NFL Free Agency Tracker
Keep up with all of the latest signings across the NFL, including full breakdowns, team by team spending, positional spending, & more. Read More
2020 Minimum, Franchise and Transition Tag Values, & Restricted Tenders
A look at the official minimum salaries, franchise & transition tag figures, & restricted free agent tenders for the upcoming 2020 NFL season. Read More
50 Top NFL Free Agents
Our #NFL Free Agent Tracker now offers an Analysis view that details 50 of the more prominent players (loosely ranked) who are set to hit the open market this March, including quick audio hits for each discussing value & more. Read More
LISTEN: The New NBA Best Values, Christian Yelich's Settlement, & the Future of the Olympics
Scott Allen joins the show to discuss a new wave of Best Value players in the NBA, & why it's a different looking list than in past seasons. Plus, Christian Yelich gets a pay raise, but why his deal won't help his fellow baseball stars in the future. And, why professional athletes in the Olympics may be reaching a crossroads. Read More
LISTEN: Romo's Pay Day, an NFL in Limbo, the Coronavirus in Sports, & Judge Judy
Tony Romo's new deal with CBS has the sports world buzzing. Is it too much for one analyst? Plus, the looming CBA has the NFL in limbo as the new league year nears. And, the spread of the Coronavirus has leagues on high alert and Judge Judy makes more than you. Read More
LISTEN: The Looming Death of QB Contracts, & NFL Roster Cuts
Mike Ginnitti discusses which NFL teams are hoping & praying for a ratified CBA heading toward March. Plus, are we nearing a point where QB contracts just won't be worth it? And, the Rams don't have many financial outs, but Todd Gurley may be one of them. Read More
LISTEN: NFL CBA Breakdown, & Tag Predictions
A close look at the financial details surrounding the CBA proposed by the NFL owners, including our thoughts on what looks good, & what needs to be better. Plus, tag candidates across the league ahead of the Thursday window. And who are David Ayres & Mason Saunders? Read More
LISTEN: NBA Buyouts, Fallouts, & Futures
Scott Allen joins the show to help us understand the process of buying a player out in the NBA, which players may be on the block, & which contenders stand to benefit from it. Plus, future odds for the East, West, Finals, & MVP race. Read More
LISTEN: NFL Trade Candidates, Banchester City's Scandal & the Beanball Astros
10 NFL Players who could be on the move next month when the league year opens. Plus, EPL club Manchester City faces extreme discipline for their latest financial scandal. We break down how they got here, & why their repercussions should have been matched by MLB in the case of the Houston Astros. Read More
LISTEN: Trade Stafford, Cut Everyone, & Boo the Astros
Mike Ginnitti outlines why Matthew Stafford WILL be in Detroit in 2020, even if Tua Tagovailoa joins him. Plus, notable cap casualties potentially coming in the NFL. And, the Astros cheated better than all the other teams and won a World Series. Read More
LISTEN: Bold QB Predictions, MLB Tax Breakdowns & Postseason Changes, & the Sustainability of the XFL
The numbers behind why the RedSox felt the need to move on from Mookie Betts, & how the Dodgers win across the board. Plus, the XFL is here, but is it sustainable? And, 10 bold NFL QB destinations & contract projections this offseason. Read More
LISTEN: Instant NBA Trade Breakdowns & Mookie on the Move with Cousin Dan
Scott Allen joins the show with an instant financial breakdown of the most notable NBA players who switched teams this week. Plus, Cousin Dan & Mike Ginnitti assess the 4-team, 10-player trade including Mookie Betts to the Dodgers (maybe). Read More
LISTEN: NFL Dynasty Contracts, Super Bowl Broadcast Analysis, & an Offseason of Change for QBs
Recapping the Super Bowl from a broadcast, analysis, & analytics view. Plus, should the NFL be considering a financial option to help pay QBs & the middle class more, while persuading players to stay in one place? And, teams won't just have to draft QBs in 2020. Read More
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