The Spotrac Podcast

Lindsey Adler, Yankees reporter for The Athletic, breaks down her latest piece surrounding Gerrit Cole's concern for the current financial structure in MLB. Plus, J.J. Watt's apparent price range, Russell Wilson's tenuous status in Seattle, & an NFL Dead Cap primer.

Answering a few questions regarding NFL players, teams, cap, & franchise tags. Plus, how arbitrary All Star & Pro Bowl selections directly impact player contracts. And, the @SportsTaxMan joins to break down tax ramifications for Tatis Jr., Betts, Mahomes, & Watson.

A complete breakdown of the facts, figures, trends, & what to watch for from each position as NFL free agency approaches. How will a depressed cap & cash payrolls affect contract structure? Which positions are overloaded? What are the Panthers clearing space for?

Carson Wentz's inevitable move out of Philadelphia became a reality as the 28 year old joins the Colts. What this means financially for both sides, & for the rest of the offseason carousel going forward. Plus, the Padres continue their huge winter with a monster extension for soon-to-be star Fernando Tatis Jr.

Senior NFL writer for The Athletic Mark Kaboly joins to break down his thoughts on the current pulse of the Pittsburgh Steelers, including the future of Ben & a number of free agents. Plus, Cousin Dan helps make sense of the numbers, rankings, & thought processes behind projecting MLB players & teams ahead of the regular season.

J.J. Watt's early free agency will help value a strong list of available edge defenders, Carson Wentz's new "offer" seems about right, but which teams are really in? Plus, are NFL draft picks losing their value, and the Dodgers still have their foot on the gas pedal, despite shattering through the tax ceiling.

NBA Insider & Capologist Keith Smith joins to breakdown the state of the NBA both in terms of the standings, the approaching trade deadline, & financially speaking as well. Plus, with the NFL offseason now here, a first look at players who may be in line for a transition or franchise tag in the coming weeks.

Recapping Super Bowl 55 with Scott Allen, including next steps for both the Bucs & the Chiefs. Plus, salary cap thoughts heading toward the 2021 league year, a quick look at the start of NBA trade season, & Trevor Bauer's monster payday with the Dodgers.

Thoughts & figures on the potential movement of Kirk Cousins, Derek Carr, Carson Wentz, & Jimmy Garoppolo, plus a total breakdown of the Chiefs vs Bucs, including how they got here financially & statistically, which players are primed for a payday or a new team, and a deep dive into some of the more interesting bets to be made this weekend.

Was Jared Goff's trade to Detroit a mere contract dump for the Rams, who appear to be abandoning the "build through the draft" model. How will Stafford's addition alter their future. And, how small changes in contract structure mean Goff can go, but Carson Wentz cannot. Plus, Nolan Arenado's move to St. Louis comes with a complicated contract restructure, and Lionel Messi's leaked contract with FC Barcelona is downright stunning.