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The Carolina Panthers Made Jaycee Horn The Highest-Paid DB In NFL History

The Carolina Panthers Made Jaycee Horn The Highest-Paid DB In NFL History

Mar 12, 2025

The Panthers had a historically bad defense last year. They're once again breaking a record in extending their top DB.

The Highest Paid Sports Commentators In America

The Highest Paid Sports Commentators In America

Mar 11, 2025

Not everyone on the list below is a former professional athlete, but the majority are. So let's take a look at the highest paid sports commentators.

A Year Ago Stephen A. Smith Rejected $90 Million From ESPN. Turns Out, That Was A Smart Move

A Year Ago Stephen A. Smith Rejected $90 Million From ESPN. Turns Out, That Was A Smart Move

Mar 11, 2025

Stephen A. Smith isn't leaving ESPN, but you probably will hear him talking more about politics than ever before.

Josh Allen Now Has The Largest Guaranteed Contract In NFL History

Josh Allen Now Has The Largest Guaranteed Contract In NFL History

Mar 11, 2025

Josh Allen is fresh off an MVP season. And now, he's signed a long-term deal with a guarantee higher than any other player before him.

The Browns Just Restructured Deshaun Watson's Nearly Quarter-Billion Dollar Contract (Again)

The Browns Just Restructured Deshaun Watson's Nearly Quarter-Billion Dollar Contract (Again)

Mar 10, 2025

The Deshaun Watson trade and subsequent fully guaranteed contract has been a disaster for the Cleveland Browns.

The Browns Just Gave Myles Garrett A Record-Setting Contract Extension

The Browns Just Gave Myles Garrett A Record-Setting Contract Extension

Mar 9, 2025

Last month, Myles Garrett requested a trade away from the Cleveland Browns. Now, he's signing a record extension with them.

Saquon Barkley Is Signing The Largest Contract Ever For A Running Back

Saquon Barkley Is Signing The Largest Contract Ever For A Running Back

Mar 4, 2025

Saquon Barkley just pulled off one of the best seasons in NFL history. The Eagles are about to pay him handsomely for it.

Clint Eastwood Doesn't Just Play Golf At Pebble Beach, He Owns The Course (And Three Others In The Area)

Clint Eastwood Doesn't Just Play Golf At Pebble Beach, He Owns The Course (And Three Others In The Area)

Mar 4, 2025

At the turn of the century, Pebble Beach was up for sale. A team of investors, led by Peter Ueberroth and Clint Eastwood, ensured it would be in good hands.

Joel Embiid May Never Play Again…And The 76ers Owe Him A Quarter-Billion Dollars

Joel Embiid May Never Play Again…And The 76ers Owe Him A Quarter-Billion Dollars

Mar 4, 2025

Joel Embiid has been officially shut down for the season. His long-term health could be in jeopardy—which is quite costly for the Sixers.

The Family That Bought The 49ers In 1977 For $17 Million Are Selling A 10% Stake At An Unprecedented Valuation

The Family That Bought The 49ers In 1977 For $17 Million Are Selling A 10% Stake At An Unprecedented Valuation

Feb 25, 2025

A piece of the San Francisco 49ers may soon be on the market—and it will cost the eventual buyer a ton of money.

The Kansas City Chiefs Might Cut Travis Kelce To Save Money

The Kansas City Chiefs Might Cut Travis Kelce To Save Money

Feb 25, 2025

Travis Kelce has delivered a lot of memorable moments for the Chiefs—but cutting him could be their best financial option.

Only Two NBA Teams Had A Negative EBITDA Last Year

Only Two NBA Teams Had A Negative EBITDA Last Year

Feb 20, 2025

The NBA is doing quite well financially, but a couple of teams have fallen behind compared to the rest of the pack.

Why Alex Bregman Turned Down Larger Offers To Sign A Short-Term Deal With The Red Sox

Why Alex Bregman Turned Down Larger Offers To Sign A Short-Term Deal With The Red Sox

Feb 19, 2025

After nearly a decade with the Houston Astros, Alex Bregman has set his sights on a new home. Here's why he chose the Boston Red Sox.

Plaxico Burress Is Putting His Super Bowl Ring Up For Auction

Plaxico Burress Is Putting His Super Bowl Ring Up For Auction

Feb 12, 2025

Plaxico Burress had one of the biggest catches in Super Bowl history. Yet he's saying goodbye to his championship ring from that game.

35 Years Ago Today, Buster Douglas Knocked Out Mike Tyson – But That's Not The Fight That Made Him Rich For Life…

35 Years Ago Today, Buster Douglas Knocked Out Mike Tyson – But That's Not The Fight That Made Him Rich For Life…

Feb 11, 2025

35 years ago today, Buster Douglas shocked the world when he knocked out Mike Tyson. But this wasn't the fight that made him rich forever!

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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.
From Bjorn Borg To Roger Federer: How Endorsement Dollars Have Revolutionized The Game Of Tennis

From Bjorn Borg To Roger Federer: How Endorsement Dollars Have Revolutionized The Game Of Tennis

Jul 17, 2015
Much like football and every other major sport, the real money does not necessarily come from the tournament prize in tennis. It's all about the endorsements.
Why On Earth Did This NBA Player Voluntarily Take An 88% Pay Cut Next Season??? His Answer Is Interesting...

Why On Earth Did This NBA Player Voluntarily Take An 88% Pay Cut Next Season??? His Answer Is Interesting...

Jul 9, 2015
Some NBA players are only out for themselves. They'll try to milk teams out of big contracts, even if it isn't the best situation for them to win in.
How Latrell Sprewell Choked Away $100 Million In Career Earnings

How Latrell Sprewell Choked Away $100 Million In Career Earnings

Jan 7, 2025
Latrell Sprewell famously turned down millions of dollars because he claimed it wasn't enough to feed his family. He also choked away $100 million in career earnings...
NBA Teams Commit to Over $1.4 Billion in Contracts on First Day of Free Agency

NBA Teams Commit to Over $1.4 Billion in Contracts on First Day of Free Agency

Jul 4, 2015
July 1 was a big day for NBA teams, players, and fans. Free agency opened up meaning it was time for the future to be secured for teams around the league.
The Final, Final, Final Paycheck Numbers For Mayweather-Pacquiao Were Just Released... And They Are Staggering!!!

The Final, Final, Final Paycheck Numbers For Mayweather-Pacquiao Were Just Released... And They Are Staggering!!!

Jul 3, 2015
Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao knew they were going to make a killing when they finally fought in May. But did they know they would make THIS much money???
Carmelo Anthony's Contract Is Going To Keep The Knicks From Winning A Championship

Carmelo Anthony's Contract Is Going To Keep The Knicks From Winning A Championship

Jul 2, 2015
Carmelo Anthony and the New York Knicks, who have been mired in mediocrity for years. So why throw more money away on him?
How Much Money Do NBA Draft Picks Make?

How Much Money Do NBA Draft Picks Make?

Jul 2, 2015
You ever wonder how much the guys who are drafted into the NBA make? Well your answer is right here...
Comparing The Highest Paid Athletes In The World In 1984 To 2014. What A Difference 30 Years Makes!!!

Comparing The Highest Paid Athletes In The World In 1984 To 2014. What A Difference 30 Years Makes!!!

Jul 2, 2015
When Marvin Hagler made $3.3 million back in 1984 for two fights, he was the highest paid athlete of the day. Fast forward three decades and Floyd Mayweather makes $300 million for one fight.