The Spotrac Podcast

A quick, instant reaction to the James Harden trade as the details were being unfolded (and entered into Spotrac).

Scott Allen opens the show with thoughts on James Harden's recent performance & post-game words, including a sensible landing spot for the future Hall of Famer. Plus, The Draft Network's Paige Dimakos joins to break down notable college prospects, team's at the top of the NFL draft, & of course, the mess that is her beloved Bears.

Four of the six losing teams from Wildcard Weekend have a QB conversation this offseason, and at least one has a coaching decision as well. Scott Allen & Mike Ginnitti break down offseason needs, potential moves, & notable free agents from these teams. Plus, Deshaun Watson & the Houston Texans are not BFFs. What a trade could mean for both sides. And, betting & NFL numbers for Alabama & Ohio State.

MLB Reporter & Researcher Sarah Langs discusses the blockbuster trade between the Mets & Indians, a numbers breakdown of Francisco Lindor, & what to expect next. Plus, analyzing offensive line grades tells us all we need to know about the 2020 NFL season.

Sportico's Emily Caron brings us into the current state of Name, Image, Likeness in college athletics, a potential Power 5 split, & the sport that gained the most in 2020. Plus, how we would construct a postseason fantasy football roster, & betting strategies from Cousin Dan.

A financial look at the 14 NFL postseason teams, an offseason outlook for those that just missed, how the highest paid players positionally speaking faired, & plenty more. Plus, tracking the MLB Hall of Fame vote.

A roundtable finale to our sports business year with Mike Ginnitti, Scott Allen, & Cousin Dan, breaking down the storylines, numbers, & uniqueness of 2020, while also focusing on what we'd like to see or expect in 2021 & beyond. Plus, best and worst contracts, top earners, most viewed players, and plenty more.

With the NFL regular season in the final turn home, we dive into the storylines to finish off 2020, but also those that spread into 2021 & beyond. Plus, analyzing an NBA season just minutes old isn't helpful, but assessing cash payrolls can be. Scott Allen breaks down this and plenty more with a scan across the league.

Updated options for Carson Wentz & the Eagles, why the Jets should trade the pick (already), understanding the proposed agreement to bring the NHL back in 2021, & fun facts, questions, and fixes for the NBA going forward as they return to the court this week.

The Athletic Saints reporter Katherine Terrell discusses the current QB dilemma, & a looming cap situation that may be too much for even a restructure-heavy front office like New Orleans (2:45). Plus, Scott Allen & Keith Smith break down Giannis' payday, & what kind of league changes will be in place for the 2020-21 season (24:50). And, NBA odds, picks, & bets sure to be 100% wrong (1:07).