The Spotrac Podcast

How the QBs drafted in 2022 will impact their respective rosters immediately and down the road. Plus, an offseason outlook for the Utah Jazz, Chicago Bulls, & NBA Big Men. And, early on this season, MLB's high-paid stars are setting the tone.

Understanding and assessing 5th year options for the 2019 1st Round Draft Class, a breakdown of the rookie wage scale & how contract values and guarantees are projected to change from Pick 1 to 262. Plus, a quick dive into Connor McDavid, Auston Matthews, & the NHL's high-paid, talented crop. And, swept out of the first round, the Brooklyn Nets face plenty of financial question marks heading into the offseason.

Mike Ginnitti breaks down a variety of themes surrounding the upcoming NFL draft, including projected rookie contracts, recent draft picks trades, positions of strength, must-follow teams, and plenty more.

Dan Soemann breaks down a strong list of MLB players, young & old, who could be in line for a new payday in the coming months. Plus, just a week out from the NFL Draft, there are still plenty of notable available free agents seeking an NFL team for 2022.

Derek Carr's extension could be nothing more than a one year pay raise, but is smart business no matter the outcome. Plus, a few notable NFL players are avoiding their teams now - why that won't be the case come summer. And, where are all the highest paid NBA players this time of year?

Keith Smith joins to extrapolate on his recent NBA Expansion piece for spotrac.com, highlighting the potential impact, and possible destinations for new teams. Plus, Dan Soemann breaks down a few notable notes surrounding the daily fantasy scene for the brand new MLB season.

A dive into the final financials for the NBA regular season, including playoff spenders, most money doled out for injuries, fines, suspensions, & quick thoughts on the upcoming play-in series. Plus, the Yankees were fully transparent about their negotiations with soon to be free agent Aaron Judge.

Stefon Diggs' new contract with the Bills is yet another push forward for a WR market that has taken off this spring. Plus, Keith Smith talks financial futures for Ayton, Beal, Harden, Zion, LaVine, & more. And, a few fun facts & figures surrounding MLB payrolls heading into 2022.

Dan Soemann joins to help preview the upcoming MLB season, including notable offseason moves, signings, & remaining options. Plus, how will the 12-team playoff alter our thinking of roster building, which teams seem viable for division titles, and best and worst contracts heading toward April. Also, Xavien Howard's sort of extension in Miami, and another Oakland A's fire sale.

Lamar Jackson's next contract with Baltimore has risen to the top of the NFL offseason rumor mountain. Why the process to pay him isn't as formulaic as it used to be. Plus, are the Seahawks in a position to extend D.K. Metcalf, or is he destined for a 2023 franchise tag? And, a few safe & potentially scary recently signed NFL free agent contracts.