The Spotrac Podcast

Jonathan Taylor (2:55) is the NFL's next big running back, but is he in line to be paid as such? Plus, Lamar Jackson (9:45) continues to give us a little bit of everything, but has he shown enough consistency to warrant the traditional extension? And, MLB Free Agency (16:05) is scalding hot on the heels of a CBA lockout. Our thoughts on recent signings & the Max Scherzer $40M watch. Also, John Wall (24:06) is owed $91M and wants to start or be traded.

Kim Jones joins to break down the futures of the Giants, Jets, & Yankees, including the status of Dave Gettleman, Daniel Jones, Saquon Barkley & plenty more. Plus, where Wander Franco's extension ranks in terms of pre-arbitration signings, & Rays money as a whole. And, the Saints locked in Taysom Hill to another smoke and mirrors contract - but does this one have any substance?

Mike Ginnitti details a recent piece assessing one player from every NFL team carrying some form of "what if" heading toward 2022. And, Mac Jones has the Patriots trending way up. How did we get here, how are they spending, & how much should we trust it? Plus, Dallas Geodert's extension signifies more confidence in Philly.

A 6-pack of sports business topics, including Early MLB Contracts, Professional Coaching Pay, the Jets' QB carousel, $90M of shares for the Packers, the financial future of Cy Young winners, and an early assessment of the Top NBA Free Agent signings.

Russell Wilson's first NFL shutout layers onto an already tenuous future in Seattle. What could be next for he and the Seahawks? Plus, putting dollars, sense, & future teams into 25 of MLB's most notable free agents.

Mike Ginnitti updates an important clarification with Odell Beckham Jr.'s contract situation, then breaks down a few goods and bads from Scott Boras' annual State of MLB release. Then, Scott Allen joins to discuss how fines work in the NBA, an update on Simmons/Irving in that regard, and how the NFL handles this a little differently.

Mike Ginnitti breaks down a wild 4 weeks of NFL results, and how it factors into current team and player gambling odds going forward. Plus, a deep dive into Odell Beckham Jr's path out of Cleveland & onto a new roster this week, both from a football & financial standpoint. And, understanding and highlighting the 14 Qualifying Offers handed out in MLB, and a few that weren't, plus the 2021 Gold Glovers financially.

Recapping a quiet NFL Trade Deadline, a financial update on Henry Ruggs, a few quick NBA Money Hits with Keith Smith, & bullet points for the upcoming MLB CBA negotiations with Cousin Dan.

With a weird week 8 now almost in the books, we'll take a deep dive into how a variety of financial metrics are stacking up with teams in comparison to winning percentage. Plus, it was a great weekend for backup QBs, but has the idea of the QB2 changed?

Mike Ginnitti breaks down a few notable trade candidates from each position group. Plus, ESPN's Paul Hembekides (@PaulHembo)joins to discuss the World Series matchup, a Starting Pitcher Devaluation, CBA negotiations, & a strong free agent class.