The Spotrac Podcast

We kick of 2019 with an in-depth look at the money involved with NFL Playoff teams, a few breakdowns for players on the Roster Bubble for next season, why trades may be a key for those with tons of cap space, and how many teams actually need a QB next year?

Our annual look back at the year that was in Sports Business, including our most popular teams & athletes, the highest earners & spenders, who to watch out for in 2019, and parting thoughts for Le'Veon Bell, Kevin Durant, and the ever-changing sports-viewing experience.

Despite the 4th highest payroll, the Houston Rockets find themselves nearly last in the Western Conference. What's wrong, what can be done, & what about next year? Plus, plenty of NFL teams added a QB this offseason through the draft, free agency, or via trade. We assess the moves and what the results might mean for 2019. And, the Yankees are no longer just careless over-spenders. How the moves they've made, & might look to complete in the coming months shows they're a changed franchise.

The Mets christened the MLB offseason with a blockbuster move to acquire Robinson Cano & Edwin Diaz. What does it mean? Plus, is the best recipe for the Packers future to look backwards? How former QB Coach Alex Van Pelt might be a fit for Green Bay. And, the Maple Leafs will soon have four major players to pay. Can they keep them all?

The @SportsTaxMan, Robert Raiola joins us for a ridiculously interesting update on how taxes are impacting the major sports, including the Jock Tax, free agent decisions vs. state taxes, how signing bonuses & deferred payments factor in, and plenty more. Plus, the Redskins are paying Reuben Foster by choice.

The Chiefs, Rams, & Saints aren't just winning, they're changing the way NFL teams will consider spending their money. We evaluate the young stars, including their current market values. Plus, a fun look at the futures lines for championships across the four big sports, Bryce Harper & Manny Machado's landing spots, and more.

What does Le'Veon Bell's decision to skip 2018 mean for him, running backs, franchise tags, & football finances in general? Plus, why Bryce Harper & all MLB Teams need to slow down with a 12+ year contract. And, it's November, but the Warriors are already miserable about Kevin Durant leaving next July.

Kevin, Paul, & Mike dive deep into the QB situation of every NFL team right now & as it pertains to the 2019 season, including big questions, tough outs, future paydays, & fat faces. Plus, Le'Veon Bell may never play football again.

Jason La Canfora from CBS Sports joins us to discuss the goods, & bads from the NFL Trade season, including his thoughts on which teams refused to understand what they aren't in 2018. Plus, the MLB offseason is here, meaning options are to be decided, free agents are to be valued, & trades are to be rumored.

Our 50th episode highlights the finances, team-building, & differences between the Dodgers & Red Sox as they head into the World Series. Plus, Amari Cooper is on the move, Blake Bortles is on the decline, Adrian Peterson is on his second wind, & Patrick Peterson wishes he were on another team.