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The NFL All-Roster-Bubble Team

The NFL All-Roster-Bubble Team

As March approaches NFL teams have already begun the process of restructuring & releasing contracts to free up cap space. Our look at one notable player from each position trending toward the roster bubble.

Michael Ginnitti  |  February 27
2023 Tag Values & Candidates

2023 Tag Values & Candidates

With the 2023 league salary cap now official, so too are the corresponding values for Franchise & Transition Tags this offseason. Our look into the facts, figures, important dates & notable candidates.

Michael Ginnitti  |  February 20
NFL Trade Candidates

NFL Trade Candidates

Aaron Rodgers isn't the only player trending toward a mid-March trade this offseason. Our look at 10 notable names who might be moved in the coming weeks.

Michael Ginnitti  |  February 18
Michael Jordan's Career Contracts

Michael Jordan's Career Contracts

As the arguable GOAT turns 60, our dive into the 5 NBA contracts Michael Jordan signed amidst 3 retirements, two unbelievable salaries, and a front-office gig.

Michael Ginnitti  |  February 17
Derek Carr's Next Contract

Derek Carr's Next Contract

Derek Carr is highly likely to be released in the coming hours, making him a street free agent - available to sign elsewhere immediately. Our dive into what his next contract may look like.

Michael Ginnitti  |  February 13
WHAT'S NEXT: Kansas City Chiefs

WHAT'S NEXT: Kansas City Chiefs

The Super Bowl champs hit the offseason with a few weapons to replace, notable offensive line contracts to address, & major defensive players to decide on. Our deep dive into the Chiefs' 2023 offseason.

Michael Ginnitti  |  February 12
WHAT'S NEXT: Philadelphia Eagles

WHAT'S NEXT: Philadelphia Eagles

The Eagles' offseason won't be boring. Our position by position look at notable free agents, potential restructures, bubble players, extension candidates & plenty more.

Michael Ginnitti  |  February 12
2023 Hall of Fame Class Financials

2023 Hall of Fame Class Financials

The Pro Football Hall of Fame announced its 2023 class this week, including 5 players from the modern era. We'll detail their financial careers and rankings here.

Michael Ginnitti  |  February 10
Kevin Durant to the Phoenix Suns

Kevin Durant to the Phoenix Suns

The Phoenix Suns stole the spotlight early Thursday morning, acquiring All-NBA forward Kevin Durant from the Brooklyn Nets in a 5 player, 5 pick trade. 

Michael Ginnitti  |  February 09
Understanding NFL Dead Cap

Understanding NFL Dead Cap

One of the buzzier words in sports this time of year, and to many, one of the most confusing concepts to grasp as a football fan. Our dive into the ins and outs of Dead Cap.

Michael Ginnitti  |  February 08
10 MLB Contract Extension Candidates

10 MLB Contract Extension Candidates

Our latest dive into a few notable players who may be staring down major paydays in MLB, including projected outcomes and financials for each.

Michael Ginnitti  |  February 07
2023 NFL Roster Bubble Players

2023 NFL Roster Bubble Players

A positional look at players trending toward the roster bubble with their respective team for 2023, including the financial ramifications move on from in each instance.

Michael Ginnitti  |  February 07
Financial Losses for the Magic & Timberwolves

Financial Losses for the Magic & Timberwolves

The NBA announced suspensions for 3 players stemming from the on-court altercations during Friday night’s Magic, Timberwolves game.

Michael Ginnitti  |  February 05
Tom Brady: A Financial Review & Exercise

Tom Brady: A Financial Review & Exercise

Now that Tom Brady is set to officially (officially) retire from the NFL, we'll take a look back at the 12 contracts that were across his 23 seasons. Plus, how much potential cash did he actually leave on the table?

Michael Ginnitti  |  February 01
WHAT'S NEXT: San Francisco 49ers

WHAT'S NEXT: San Francisco 49ers

The 49ers offseason won't be boring. Our position by position look at notable free agents, potential restructures, bubble players, extension candidates & plenty more.

Michael Ginnitti  |  January 31
WHAT'S NEXT: Cincinnati Bengals

WHAT'S NEXT: Cincinnati Bengals

After narrowly missing their second straight Super Bowl, the Cincinnati Bengals find themselves in offseason mode, with notable free agents in the secondary, a few decisions to be made with their weapons, & a gigantic contract extension for QB Joe Burrow now hanging over the franchise.

Michael Ginnitti  |  January 30
The Final 4 Quarterbacks, Financially

The Final 4 Quarterbacks, Financially

A look at the current and future contract statuses for Patrick Mahomes, Joe Burrow, Jalen Hurts, & Brock Purdy.

Michael Ginnitti  |  January 29
WHAT'S NEXT: Green Bay Packers

WHAT'S NEXT: Green Bay Packers

The Green Bay Packers enter the offseason $17M in the red, and facing yet another few weeks of unknown as QB Aaron Rodgers considers his next move. Our dive into the full roster, including potential cuts, restructures, extensions & more.

Michael Ginnitti  |  January 26
WHAT'S NEXT: Tampa Bay Buccaneers

WHAT'S NEXT: Tampa Bay Buccaneers

The Buccaneers head into a tumultuous offseason, current estimated to hold the worst cap situation (-$55M) in all of football. We dive into each position group, breaking down contract statuses, potential restructures, extensions, cuts, & more.

Michael Ginnitti  |  January 24
WHAT'S NEXT: Buffalo Bills

WHAT'S NEXT: Buffalo Bills

Following their loss to the Cincinnati Bengals, the Buffalo Bills now enter offseason mode. We’ll dive into each position group, breaking down contract statuses, potential restructures, extensions, cuts, & more.

Michael Ginnitti  |  January 23
WHAT’S NEXT: Dallas Cowboys

WHAT’S NEXT: Dallas Cowboys

With their loss to the 49ers, the Dallas Cowboys now enter offseason mode, projecting to carry around $6M of Top 51 cap space. We’ll dive into each position group, breaking down contract statuses, potential restructures, extensions, cuts, & more.

Michael Ginnitti  |  January 23
Lamar Jackson's Next Move

Lamar Jackson's Next Move

We don't know where this is headed over the coming weeks, but we know the options.

Michael Ginnitti  |  January 22
NFL Offseason Financial Analysis: Wide Receivers

NFL Offseason Financial Analysis: Wide Receivers

As the 2023 NFL offseason closes in, Spotrac's Positional Breakdown series continues with a deep dive into the financial statuses of each team's running back position, including rostered players, remaining term & guarantees, and stability at the starting & backup roles.

Michael Ginnitti  |  January 20
Divisional Round Quarterbacks

Divisional Round Quarterbacks

And then there were eight. A quick look at the current and future contract statuses for the 8 quarterbacks set to start in this weekend’s NFL Divisional Round, and few who won’t be available as well.

Michael Ginnitti  |  January 17
NFL Offseason Question Marks

NFL Offseason Question Marks

A dive into notable question marks this offseason for the Chargers, Dolphins, Ravens, Seahawks, Vikings.

Michael Ginnitti  |  January 16
2022-23 NFL Postseason Payouts

2022-23 NFL Postseason Payouts

With the NFL postseason upon us, a quick look at how players are compensated for each playoff round, broken down by team, based on the agreed upon CBA costs.

Michael Ginnitti  |  January 15
2023 MLB Arbitration Filings

2023 MLB Arbitration Filings

12 players received a salary at or above the $10M mark, while 33 others are headed to arbitration with their respective team.

Michael Ginnitti  |  January 14
AFC West Offseason Financial Analysis

AFC West Offseason Financial Analysis

Our NFL Offseason series continues with analysis for each AFC West team's notable free agents, projected financials, & a few extension or roster bubble candidates heading toward the offseason.

Michael Ginnitti  |  January 13
NFC West Offseason Financial Analysis

NFC West Offseason Financial Analysis

Our NFL Offseason series continues with analysis for each NFC West team's notable free agents, projected financials, & a few extension or roster bubble candidates heading toward the offseason.

Michael Ginnitti  |  January 13
NFL Offseason Financial Analysis

NFL Offseason Financial Analysis

Spotrac's NFL Offseason Series continues with divisional breakdowns of team cap space, notable free agents, extension candidates, and potential roster bubble players.

Michael Ginnitti  |  January 13
AFC East Offseason Financial Analysis

AFC East Offseason Financial Analysis

Our NFL Offseason series continues with analysis for each AFC East team's notable free agents, projected financials, & a few extension or roster bubble candidates heading toward the offseason.

Michael Ginnitti  |  January 12
NFC East Offseason Financial Analysis

NFC East Offseason Financial Analysis

Our NFL Offseason series continues with analysis for each NFC East team's notable free agents, projected financials, & a few extension or roster bubble candidates heading toward the offseason.

Michael Ginnitti  |  January 12
Rumored NFL Breakups

Rumored NFL Breakups

Financial ramifications for Derek Carr, Michael Thomas, DeAndre Hopkins, Brandin Cooks, Rodney Hudson, Sean Payton.

Michael Ginnitti  |  January 12
The Highest Paid NFL Players & the Playoffs

The Highest Paid NFL Players & the Playoffs

How many of the highest paid NFL players at their position made the postseason this year?

Michael Ginnitti  |  January 12
NFC South Offseason Financial Analysis

NFC South Offseason Financial Analysis

Our NFL Offseason series continues with analysis for each NFC South team's notable free agents, projected financials, & a few extension or roster bubble candidates heading toward the offseason.

Michael Ginnitti  |  January 09
NFC North Offseason Financial Analysis

NFC North Offseason Financial Analysis

Our NFL Offseason series continues with analysis for each NFC North team's notable free agents, projected financials, & a few extension or roster bubble candidates heading toward the offseason.

Michael Ginnitti  |  January 09
AFC North Offseason Financial Analysis

AFC North Offseason Financial Analysis

Our NFL Offseason series continues with analysis for each AFC North team’s notable free agents, projected financials, & a few extension or roster bubble candidates heading toward the offseason.

Michael Ginnitti  |  January 09
AFC South Offseason Financial Analysis

AFC South Offseason Financial Analysis

Our NFL Offseason series continues with analysis for each AFC South team's notable free agents, projected financials, & a few extension or roster bubble candidates heading toward the offseason.

Michael Ginnitti  |  January 09
NFL Offseason Financial Analysis: Running Backs

NFL Offseason Financial Analysis: Running Backs

As the 2023 NFL offseason closes in, Spotrac's Positional Breakdown series continues with a deep dive into the financial statuses of each team's running back position, including rostered players, remaining term & guarantees, and stability at the starting & backup roles.

Michael Ginnitti  |  January 03
Financially Assessing the Russell Wilson Disaster

Financially Assessing the Russell Wilson Disaster

Russell Wilson’s splashdown in Denver went about as poorly as possible, forcing many to ask the question - what now? There's only one correct answer, but we'll break down all of the possibilities anyway.

Michael Ginnitti  |  December 28
NFL Offseason Financial Analysis: Quarterbacks

NFL Offseason Financial Analysis: Quarterbacks

As the 2023 NFL offseason closes in, Spotrac's Positional Breakdown series kicks off with a deep dive into the financial statuses of each team's quarterback position, including rostered players, remaining term & guarantees, and stability at the starting & backup roles.

Michael Ginnitti  |  December 27
The 2022 NFL Pro Bowl Rosters, Financially

The 2022 NFL Pro Bowl Rosters, Financially

The 2022 NFL Pro Bowl rosters were announced Wednesday evening and the list includes a healthy dose of experienced, high-paid talent.

Michael Ginnitti  |  December 21
Mid-December MLB Recap

Mid-December MLB Recap

A quick look at at recent free agent signings, updated Tax Payroll projections, & potential trade candidates in MLB.

Michael Ginnitti  |  December 18
Winter MLB Trade Candidates

Winter MLB Trade Candidates

12 MLB Trade Candidates heading toward the new year, including current & future financial ramifications & potential destinations for each.

Michael Ginnitti  |  December 16
Assessing the Longest MLB Contracts in History

Assessing the Longest MLB Contracts in History

Carlos Correa's 13 year contract with the Giants is the 21st 10 years or larger deal signed in MLB history. How these deals compare...

Michael Ginnitti  |  December 14
Valuing Best Available MLB Free Agents

Valuing Best Available MLB Free Agents

A snapshot look at the best available MLB Free Agents, including projecting price points and destinations for each.

Michael Ginnitti  |  December 13
Current Opening Day MLB Tax Payrolls

Current Opening Day MLB Tax Payrolls

It'll change in the next few minutes, but a snapshot look at our projected tax payrolls for each MLB team.

Michael Ginnitti  |  December 09
2022 All-MLB Rosters, Financially

2022 All-MLB Rosters, Financially

A look at each member of the 2022 All-MLB teams, including 2022 compensation, ranking, & future contract statuses for each.

Michael Ginnitti  |  December 06
Early Valuations for Top NFL Free Agents

Early Valuations for Top NFL Free Agents

An early look at notable pending unrestricted free agents from each NFL franchise, including market valuations for each.

Michael Ginnitti  |  December 04
Breaking down Jacob deGrom's New $185M Contract

Breaking down Jacob deGrom's New $185M Contract

The Rangers made the first big free agent splash, locking in Jacob deGrom to $185M over the next 5 years.

Michael Ginnitti  |  December 03