Articles Written by Joey Held

If there's a story anywhere in the world of music, sports, or entertainment, Joey wants to tell it. He's been freelancing since 2010, and prior to that, he attended the University of Miami, where he double majored in broadcast journalism and sport administration. A Chicago native, Joey currently resides in Austin, TX. Follow him on Twitter and always feel free to suggest a song for his next karaoke performance. Joey's favorite billionaire is Mark Cuban.

Charlie Strong Has Earned More Money Per Win Than Any Coach In College Football History
Charlie Strong has always had his players' backs. But that might not be enough after his most recent loss. If Texas ends up firing him, it'll cost the unviersty dearly.
Inside The Complex World Of NBA Bonuses
Most players in the NBA receive their base salaries, no matter how they perform on the court. But a small group of guys can make extra money if they achieve certain milestones – here's a look at some of the different incentives for which these p...
How "Smells Like Teen Spirit" Became A Hit Thanks To Sarcasm
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the release of Nirvana's "Smells Like Teen Spirit." It's one of the songs that helped propel grunge and alternative rock into the mainstream – and it was written almost entirely out of sarcasm.
Jon Jones Could Lose Up To $20 Million While He's Suspended
Jon "Bones" Jones is one of the most popular fighters in UFC. But a recent failed drug test will have him missing out on a LOT of money.
Seahawks Linebacker Cassius Marsh Is Asking Twitter To Help Get His $25,000 Magic Collection Back
Cassius Marsh just wants his Magic cards back. Can the Twitter army of Seahawks fans help him find them?
The Simpsons Just Set A New Record For A Scripted Show
Entertaining audiences since 1989, The Simpsons are about to reach heights that no scripted television show has ever achieved.
Conor McGregor Claims He'll Make $40 Million In 2016
Even if you've never watched a UFC fight in your life, you've likely heard the name Conor McGregor. He's known for his brash, aggressive behavior, but he's also generally been able to back it up in the ring.
Who Are The Highest-Paid Coaches In College Football?
College football coaches can make a lot of money, both in base salary and performance bonuses. Here are the top 20 coaches in terms of this year's salary.
Glover Quin Has Doubled His NFL Income Thanks To Wise Investments
Several football players start spending as soon as they sign their first contract, which is a good way to go broke quickly, Detroit Lions safety Glover Quin has adopted a different strategy, and it's helped him remain financially secure for a long...
Ricky Williams Might Have Had The Worst Contract In NFL History
NFL contracts are already pretty unfair for its players. But Ricky Williams had performance incentives that were virtually impossible to reach.

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