The Spotrac Podcast
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!
Episodes
NBC Sports lead college football reporter Nicole Auerbach joins to discuss the current financial climate surrounding college football, including coaching buyouts, player pay, and the newly proposed private-equity deal for the Big 10. Plus, Mike Ginnitti dives deep into A.J. Brown's complicated contract in Philly, including the potential for trading out of it. Presented by Bettor Edge
Mike Ginnitti dives into Tennessee's firing of HC Brian Callahan, Justin Fields' continued struggles, breakout seasons for Bijan Robinson & Drake London in ATL, & Fred Warner's devastating injury. Then, Dan Soemann joins to discuss Cody Bellinger's opt-out from the Yankees, and an early look at our 2026 MLB Tax Projections. Presented by Bettor Edge
Mike Ginnitti discusses recent NFL trades including next steps for the Cleveland Browns & Jacksonville Jaguars. Then, Dan Soemann joins to discuss the New York Yankees' in 2026 offseason mode, and Keith Smith delivers a timeline for Giannis, the Milwaukee Bucks, & the New York Knicks. Presented by Bettor Edge
Mike Ginnitti details looming contract discussions for Raiders QB Geno Smith & Jets QB Justin Fields, including future guarantees, potential out situations, and more. Plus, a way too early look at potential extension candidates in the NFL, led by the resurgence of Colts QB Daniel Jones. Presented by Bettor Edge
Mike Ginnitti identifies early NFL names trending toward trade candidacy as the deadline now sits just a month away. Plus, a diving into Kirill Kaprizov's historic extension in Minnesota, what it means for Connor McDavid in Edmonton, and outlining notable changes in the newly ratified NHL CBA. Presented by Bettor Edge
Mike Ginnitti & Dan Soemann detail notable financials for the 12 MLB playoff teams, including pending free agents who can raise their stock in the coming weeks. Plus, a dive into Tyreek Hill's contract, and the NFL's Best Value players who also just happen to be extension candidates. Presented by Bettor Edge
Decompressing average NFL salaries by position for 2025, Jonathan Kuminga & the Golden State Warriors with Keith Smith, & MLB MVP discussions and end of year storylines with Dan Soemann. Presented by Bettor Edge
Mike Ginnitti provides a sports money 6-pack including Marcus Mariota, Daniel Jones, Dabo Swinney, Mike Trout, Cal Raleigh, & the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Plus, diving into important facts, dates, & thoughts surrounding the looming 10/31 expiration of the WNBA CBA. Presented by Bettor Edge
Dan Soemann & Mike Ginnitti break down MLB Option storylines, current and pending incentive thresholds, & more offseason notables. Plus, early QB injuries have thrust the spotlight onto QB2 - but have teams focused financially in that regard? And, a visual breakdown of Joe Burrow's contract as he heads toward the injured reserve in Cincy. Presented by Bettor Edge
Keith Smith joins to give thoughts on the ever-growing salary cap circumvention allegations surrounding the LA Clippers and star Kawhi Leonard. Plus, last minute salary cap adjustment notables, recent extension details, and a pre-primer for what's to come with our MLB views. Presented by Bettor Edge
Mike Ginnitti runs through roster-construction Winners and Losers based on Week 1 performances, including dives into the Packers, Dolphins, Jets, & Giants. Plus a full (visual) breakdown of Josh Allen's historic renegotiation with the Bills this past spring. Presented by Bettor Edge
Mike Ginnitti & Brandon Kravitz cap off the Micah Parsons move and the Packers new outlook. Then, diving into the NFL's Top 3 contract dataset, a few last minute contract sweeteners, Kawhi Leonard's latest financial mess, Kalen DeBoer's potential buyout, and a Happy Trails to Brandon. Presented by Bettor Edge
Mike Ginnitti dives deep into the Micah Parsons blockbuster Green Bay extension (visual available on YouTube), facts and figures surrounding NFL team positional spending this season, and another big step forward for free agency as we approach the regular season. Presented by Bettor Edge
Mike Ginnitti & Dan Soemann dissect the blockbuster trade sending Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers, including where this leaves Dallas, details on the pending contract extension, immediate impact for GB, and ramifications going forward. Presented by Bettor Edge
Mike Ginnitti & Brandon Kravitz discuss NFL roster financials after the dust settled on 53-Man cut down day, including teams that lead the league in dead cap (and why). Plus, pot-sweetener deals for Trey Hendrickson & Terry McLaurin, updates to Micah Parsons in Dallas, and looming trouble for the WNBA amidst their CBA negotiations. Presented by Bettor Edge
Mike Ginnitti dives into notable NFL roster moves as we head toward the end of the 2025 offseason, and into in-season mode, including Practice Squads, Waiver Claims, Dead Cap, & Suspensions. Plus, Tommy Fleetwood picked a hell of a week to get to a PGA tour event finish line. Presented by Bettor Edge
Mike Ginnitti & Brandon Kravitz detail a flurry of trades before next Tuesday's NFL cut-down day, plus, Anthony Richardson & the Colts, Micah Parsons & the Cowboys, John Wall's retirement, Rocky the Mountain Lion's demands, & a Tyson Bagent extension. Presented by Bettor Edge
Mike Ginnitti discusses Scottie Scheffler's latest PGA win & subsequent earnings & the Boston Red Sox continued youth movement. Plus, Dan Soemann joins to break down a shift in MLB spending, James Cook's new deal in Buffalo, and future thoughts for Trey Hendrickson, Terry McLaurin, & notable extension candidates.
Mike Ginnitti & Brandon Kravitz discuss future suspensions for WRs Jordan Addison & Rashee Rice, the impact of Kyren Williams' extension in LA, & pending extensions across the NFL. Plus, Boston locks in another young MLB player, and the NFL locks arms with ESPN. Presented by Bettor Edge
Mike Ginnitti details the ugly, now-public mess between the Dallas Cowboys & DE Micah Parsons, including thoughts on where his next contract numbers should live, and how things resolve in the coming weeks. Plus, James Cook has begun a contractual hold-in with the Bills, Luka Doncic signs his blockbuster extension in LA, and the Twins lit up MLB with a trade deadline firesale. Presented by Bettor Edge
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