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After Winning The ACC Tournament, NC State Head Coach Kevin Keatts Just Earned A Huge Raise

After Winning The ACC Tournament, NC State Head Coach Kevin Keatts Just Earned A Huge Raise

Mar 17, 2024

Coming into the ACC Tournament, many NC State fans wanted Kevin Keatts out. Now, he's earned a contract extension and a huge bonus.

Aaron Donald Retires As Perhaps The Most Successful And Richest Defensive Tackle Ever

Aaron Donald Retires As Perhaps The Most Successful And Richest Defensive Tackle Ever

Mar 15, 2024

Aaron Donald is a surefire Hall of Famer. He just announced his retirement — here's how much he made over his ten-year NFL career.

From Without A Team To $100 Million: Baker Mayfield's Incredible Redemption Story

From Without A Team To $100 Million: Baker Mayfield's Incredible Redemption Story

Mar 15, 2024

After the 2022 season, Baker Mayfield wasn't sure where he was going to play football. This offseason, he signed a massive nine-figure deal.

After Holding Out At The Start Of Last Season To Bet On Himself, Chris Jones Just Landed A $160 Million Contract

After Holding Out At The Start Of Last Season To Bet On Himself, Chris Jones Just Landed A $160 Million Contract

Mar 14, 2024

Chris Jones missed the first game of the regular season, but strong play has earned him an enormous extension from the Chiefs.

After Setting A Career-High In Sacks, Justin Madubuike Just Signed A Record-Setting Contract

After Setting A Career-High In Sacks, Justin Madubuike Just Signed A Record-Setting Contract

Mar 14, 2024

Justin Madubuike signed a long-term deal to remain with Baltimore. His annual salary will quadruple his career earnings to this point.

Consistently "Adequate" Quarterback Kirk Cousins Has Gambled His Way To $411 Million Career Earnings

Consistently "Adequate" Quarterback Kirk Cousins Has Gambled His Way To $411 Million Career Earnings

Mar 12, 2024

Kirk Cousins entered the league back in 2012. He was supposed to be a career backup quarterback. Twelve years later… he's staring at $411 million in career earnings.

The Red Sox Are Paying $18 Million To A Player Who Likely Won't Pitch This Year

The Red Sox Are Paying $18 Million To A Player Who Likely Won't Pitch This Year

Mar 11, 2024

The Boston Red Sox thought Lucas Giolito was going to be their No. 1 pitcher for the season. Instead, he might not even throw a single pitch.

The Phillies Just Gave Zack Wheeler A Record Contract

The Phillies Just Gave Zack Wheeler A Record Contract

Mar 8, 2024

Zack Wheeler has been a star since arriving in Philadelphia four years ago. And the team is giving him a contract extension unlike any other.

Mike Tyson's Biggest Career Paydays In The Ring

Mike Tyson's Biggest Career Paydays In The Ring

Mar 7, 2024

Mike Tyson is one of the most successful boxers of all-time, and it brought him in a ton of money throughout his career. Here's a look at his biggest paydays.

Jason And Travis Kelce Are Closing In On A $100 Million Podcast Deal

Jason And Travis Kelce Are Closing In On A $100 Million Podcast Deal

Mar 7, 2024

Travis and Jason Kelce have found success with their "New Heights" podcast. Soon, they'll find a lucrative deal to go along with it.

Is LIV Golf Paying Off Anthony Kim's Insurance Policy? Inside Golf's Most Curious Case

Is LIV Golf Paying Off Anthony Kim's Insurance Policy? Inside Golf's Most Curious Case

Mar 6, 2024

Anthony Kim hasn't played golf in more than a decade. Now, he's trying to make his return through the Saudi-backed LIV Golf.

The Denver Broncos Are Eating A Record-Setting Cap Hit To Release Russell Wilson

The Denver Broncos Are Eating A Record-Setting Cap Hit To Release Russell Wilson

Mar 4, 2024

Russell Wilson signed a massive contract before ever playing a game in a Broncos uniform. That'll prove to be a costly move for Denver.

The 10 Biggest MLB Free Agent Deals This Offseason

The 10 Biggest MLB Free Agent Deals This Offseason

Mar 4, 2024

With MLB Spring Training underway, here's a look at the ten largest deals that free agents signed during the offseason.

EA Sports Is Offering The Largest NIL Deal Ever For Its New College Football Game

EA Sports Is Offering The Largest NIL Deal Ever For Its New College Football Game

Feb 27, 2024

After a decade of sitting on the sidelines, EA Sports is ready to release its next college football game — but it comes at a steep price.

Steve Kerr Just Signed The Largest Coaching Contract In NBA History

Steve Kerr Just Signed The Largest Coaching Contract In NBA History

Feb 26, 2024

Steve Kerr has led the Golden State Warriors to four championships. Now, he's getting a contract fit for a dynasty.

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How Diego Simeone Became The Highest-Paid Coach In Sports History

How Diego Simeone Became The Highest-Paid Coach In Sports History

Oct 2, 2020
Diego Simeone is by far the highest-paid coach in all of pro sports. Here's a look at how he's gotten to that position.
How Much Money Would Giannis Antetokounmpo Give Up By Leaving The Bucks?

How Much Money Would Giannis Antetokounmpo Give Up By Leaving The Bucks?

Sep 29, 2020
Giannis Antetokounmpo isn't a free agent until next offseason, but there's already plenty of buzz about where he'll end up. If he leaves Milwaukee, he'll leave a ton of money on the table.
The 25 Richest Athletes In The World 2020

The 25 Richest Athletes In The World 2020

Apr 13, 2020
Who is the richest athlete in the world? Which athletes are billionaires? Floyd Mayweather, Michael Jordan, Michael Schumacher and Tiger Woods have each earned well over $1 billion in their careers. But is that enough to make one of them the richest of all?
Love Him Or Hate Him, Barstool Founder Dave Portnoy Is Now Worth $100 Million

Love Him Or Hate Him, Barstool Founder Dave Portnoy Is Now Worth $100 Million

Jan 29, 2020
Barstool founder Dave Portnoy has a lot of haters. And those haters are going to lose their minds today...
After Blowing Through $80 Million, Terrell Owens Has Financial Advice For Other Players

After Blowing Through $80 Million, Terrell Owens Has Financial Advice For Other Players

Jan 16, 2018
Terrell Owens has lost almost all of his money from his playing days. Now, he's offering advice to make sure others don't fall down the same path.
The Tragic Downfall Of The NBA's Delonte West

The Tragic Downfall Of The NBA's Delonte West

Jan 20, 2020
The NBA's Delonte West spent half of his career playing with an undiagnosed mental illness, running through money faster than he could make it, and marking his days and nights with episodes of mania and depression. Delonte West is bipolar.
Cody Bellinger's New Contract Will Pay Him More Than 19 Times What He Made In 2019

Cody Bellinger's New Contract Will Pay Him More Than 19 Times What He Made In 2019

Jan 16, 2020
Fresh off a National League MVP award, Cody Bellinger just get a big new contract from the Los Angeles Dodgers. Here's how much he'll make in 2020.
Ozzie Silna, One Of The Brothers Who Made $800 Million Off The Best Business Deal Of All Time, Dies At 83

Ozzie Silna, One Of The Brothers Who Made $800 Million Off The Best Business Deal Of All Time, Dies At 83

Apr 28, 2016
40 years ago, Ozzie and Daniel Silna lucked into what eventually became the best sports business deal of all time, netting them $800 million. Ozzie just died at the age of 83.
Dez Bryant Is Being Sued For Leaving A Rental Home In Disgusting Condition

Dez Bryant Is Being Sued For Leaving A Rental Home In Disgusting Condition

Jun 29, 2016
In the latest story of an athlete leaving a rental home in less than stellar shape, Cowboys receiver Dez Bryant is being sued for wreaking havoc on a property he lived in for less than two years.
Sam Bradford Has Made More Than A Million Dollars For Every Touchdown He's Thrown In The NFL

Sam Bradford Has Made More Than A Million Dollars For Every Touchdown He's Thrown In The NFL

Mar 19, 2018
Sam Bradford has made a ton of money in the NFL... but it hasn't necessarily translated to success on the field.