The Spotrac Podcast

Mike Ginnitti details the options & decisions of Le'Veon Bell's past 3 seasons, comparing what franchise tags, the Steeler's extension, & his ultimate hold out then join the Jets decision led to financially. Plus, the Nuggets hit the offseason with a few roster spots in question, and a coach squarely on the hot seat. And, Chris Paul's legacy is on full display as the Suns enter the West Finals, how will he treat his player option next year?

Tyler Dunne, esteemed NFL writer, & founder of the Go Long network joins to discuss the current landscape of writing, reporting, & interacting in the sports journalism world, a few NFL headlines, & plenty more. Plus, the better Ronald Acuna Jr. gets, the tougher his contract looks from his perspective.

The inevitable became reality when the Falcons shipped WR Julio Jones to the Titans. Our breakdown of the numbers that moved, how Tennessee can free up space, and what a new contract for Julio might mean. Plus, the Dallas Mavericks have a Luka Doncic problem as they head into another offseason. Next steps for the Mavs.

Keith Smith hops back on with plenty of inside thoughts on the shakeup in Boston, including what Brad Stevens may do over the next few weeks, potential coaching hires, & more. Then, The Athletic's Lindsey Adler sits down on the therapy couch to dive deep into why the Yankees are 6 games over .500, but it feels like they're in the tank.

Understanding the Post June 1st designation in the NFL, updated cap ramifications for players who were released this way in 2021, & an outlook of players who could be traded or released in the coming days now that June 1st is here. Plus, what happens to those who bet on Naomi Osaka, should the Mets continue to bet on Jacob deGrom, & the Rays defying MLB's need to pay for wins has become the safest bet in the game.

With the big free agency push & draft now behind them, most NFL teams will turn their focus to extending a few of their own. Mike Ginnitti dissects a few notable extension candidates heading into the summer months. Plus, a few well thought out, well paying NBA developmental academies have taken shape. How will it shape the NBA, and other sports leagues going forward? And the current crop of young NBA superstars aren't just waiting their turn - and their contracts won't either.

Breaking down the payouts & updated career earnings list from an historic PGA Championship, assessing which teams are favored - and which actually have the cap space - to acquire Julio Jones, a bit more clarity on the status of Deshaun Watson in the coming months, and offseason outlooks for the Golden State Warriors, Indiana Pacers, Washington Capitals, & St. Louis Blues.

Picks, bets, & stay-aways for this weekend's PGA Championship, an update on the concerning hit by pitch rate in MLB, & a deep dive into which NFL teams have found success in the 1st round, & who has found success getting out of it. Plus, a plan for Aaron Rodgers & the Packers, & a quick recap of the first NBA "play-in" night.

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.