

The Spotrac Podcast
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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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Jan 6, 2026 • 1h 4min
NFL Coaching Vacancies & the 2026 QB Conversation
In this discussion, they analyze the NFL's current coaching vacancies, spotlighting Atlanta's allure for offensive-minded leaders. A deep dive into the quarterback landscape reveals potential free agents and trade candidates, including intriguing possibilities for Lamar Jackson. They also touch on the complexities surrounding high-paid quarterbacks and the uncertain futures of players like Baker Mayfield and Deshaun Watson. The conversation is packed with insights on roster dynamics and the evolving quarterback market as the 2026 season approaches.

Jan 2, 2026 • 33min
NFL Week 18 Contract Incentives
Mike Ginnitti and Dan Soemann dive into the top contract incentives surrounding NFL players heading into Week 18. Presented by Bettor Edge

Dec 23, 2025 • 47min
DK Metcalf, the Dallas Cowboys, & Recent MLB Offseason Movement
Mike Ginnitti breaks down the details of DK Metcalf's unfortunate 2-game suspension, plus a full outlook at the Dallas Cowboys' looming 2026 offseason decisions. Plus, notable foreign professional signings in MLB, and continued firesales both St. Louis, and Queens. Presented by Bettor Edge

Dec 18, 2025 • 53min
NBA Expansion, MLB Tax, & the State of the NWSL with Taylor Vincent
Mike Ginnitti debuts the new NBA Expansion Tool now available on Spotrac, plus, a walk-thru look at recent MLB Tax data improvements, & a bonus edition Tua Tagovailoa breakdown. Then, Taylor Vincent joins to discuss the current and future state of the NWSL, including a pending contract dispute, the parity versus star power conundrum, and plenty more. Presented by Bettor Edge

Dec 16, 2025 • 49min
Chiefs & Dolphins Offseason Thoughts, & 5 MLB Trade Names
Mike Ginnitti breaks down looming offseason facts & figures for the Kansas City Chiefs & the Miami Dolphins, including specifics surrounding QB Tua Tagovailoa's contract, and the likelihood of moving off of it. Plus, NBA Trade Season is here, and Dan Soemann joins to discuss 5 notable MLB trade names.

Dec 11, 2025 • 47min
Philip Rivers, Kyle Schwarber, Pete Alonso, & Edwin Diaz
Philip Rivers' potential return to the Colts adds even more drama to the final few weeks of the NFL regular season. Plus, Kyle Schwarber returns to Philly, the Mets lose core pieces Alonso & Diaz, and the White Sox win the draft lottery. And, the OKC Thunder aren't just lapping teams in-season - but their offseason is shaping up nicely as well. Presented by Bettor Edge

Dec 9, 2025 • 36min
Daniel Jones' Financial Future, & a Curt Cignetti Contract Breakdown
Mike Ginnitti discusses how the terrible timing of Daniel Jones' Achilles injury will impact his free agency, the Colts' decision making, and the QB Carousel across the league. Plus, a dive into Indiana HC Curt Cignetti's latest contract extension, including plenty of CFP bonuses, and a fascinating escalator clause. Presented by Bettor Edge

Dec 4, 2025 • 41min
The Crumbling Clippers & a Looming Giannis Trade with Keith Smith
Mike Ginnitti is joined by NBA analyst Keith Smith to break down a messy ending to Chris Paul's latest tour with the Clippers, and where that team may be headed in the coming months. Plus, Giannis has officially put his Bucks and the rest of the league on notice. What does that trade look like, which teams are heavily invested, and where does Milwaukee go from here? Presented by Bettor Edge

Dec 2, 2025 • 48min
NFL Extensions, MLB Reliever Pay, & Lane Kiffin's Blockbuster
Detailing a recent in-season NFL extensions in Denver, Cleveland and LA. Plus, a red-hot reliever market in MLB, pressure on lower payroll teams to up their spending, and a breakdown of Lane Kiffin's massive deal with LSU. Presented by Bettor Edge

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Nov 24, 2025 • 40min
The Rams, Brandin Cooks, Brandon Aiyuk, WR Extensions, & the Nimmo Trade
Dissecting a Rams organization that remains at the top of the league, despite a complete 180 in how they build their roster. Plus, details on why Brandin Cooks' exit in New Orleans became complicated, a bombshell adjustment to Brandon Aiyuk's extension in San Francisco, early numbers for Jaxon Smith-Njigba & Puka Nacua, and a Mets/Rangers MLB trade. Presented by Bettor Edge


