The Spotrac Podcast

A look at how players who opted out of the NFL last season are faring so far in 2021, why a schedule change could affect plenty of fans, and a deep dive into the NBA Postseason teams financially, plus a look at the money careers of Tim Duncan, Kobe Bryant, & Kevin Garnett.

ESPN's Paul Hembekides joins to discuss thoughts on the Angels removal of Albert Pujols, how late in the game long term MLB contracts are affecting the league, why parity plus good pay needs to find balance in the next iteration of baseball, and plenty more. Plus, an open on why Aaron Rodgers' is a day late but not a dollar short on forcing his way out, and how following Tom Brady's footsteps isn't realistic.

Connor McDavid's first 6 years in the NHL have been something to marvel. With another 100 point season in the books, what's the outlook for the superstar? Plus, a deep dive into NFL draft day trades by team, position, & round, & what it might mean for the league in a few years. And a look at how the NBA play-in games work, & how they might impact the looming postseason.

Mike Ginnitti & Scott Allen discuss a myriad of numbers surrounding the current rift between Aaron Rodgers & the Green Bay Packers, including a decade of cap management, offseason spending, trade deficiency, etc. Plus, Brady vs. Rodgers, superstar athlete trades, Super Bowl QB financials, & a potential MLB injury list problem.

@KeithSmithNBA joins the show to recap the last few months of NBA action, including teams with stock up & those trending downward, All-NBA candidates who may see big raises this offseason, & plenty more.

With the 2021 NFL Draft in the books, a quick recap of how selections were made positionally, by school, & by team. Plus, how draft day trades impacted 2021 draft pools, & the 2022 draft outlook. And, with UDFA signings now coming in, how impactful has this part of the process become for teams, and a look at the most profitable of all-time.

Breaking down the selection of 5 quarterbacks, 3 in-round trades, 18 offensive players, 6 Alabama draftees, updated draft pools, how the QB landscape across the league has changed, what might be the future for Jimmy Garoppolo & Cam Newton, which divisions were impacted most, and plenty more.

The Buccaneers clearly loved their 2020 roster, as all 22 starters, all 29 notable Super Bowl players, & even plenty of depth pieces are back under contract for 2021. Our breakdown of the numbers, what it means, and what could still be in store for Tampa Bay this summer. Plus, MLB.com's Sarah Langs joins to discuss the Angels early success, why some 22 year olds are cashing in, and some aren't, the wow numbers from Jacob deGrom, and plenty more.

With NFL Draft week upon us, a look at the major storylines, interesting betting options, and a few historical trends in terms of team spending, trading, positional selections, & plenty more. Plus, breaking down a unique trade that sends Orlando Brown Jr. from one AFC contender to another. And, the first ever NFL Draft pick?

Which pick seems to be the most important in next Thursday's NFL draft? Plus, the PGA is offering $40M of bonus money to golf's most popular, well-searched, or marketable players. Digital Horse Racing in the blockchain world is picking up playing & betting steam. And, the Top Earning Wide Receiver in history from each NFL franchise.