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Former NBA Player Glen "Big Baby" Davis Released From Prison Early After Fraud Sentence
Former Boston Celtics forward Glen "Big Baby" Davis has been released from prison after serving 17 months of a 40-month sentence tied to the NBA's health care fraud scandal. The former NBA champion now heads to a halfway house as he begins the long process of rebuilding his life after the scheme that involved nearly 20 former players.
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Kyler Murray Has Signed With The Vikings, But The Cardinals Will Still Pay 96% Of His Salary
Kyler Murray spent seven seasons in Arizona. He'll be playing for the Minnesota Vikings this year, but the Cardinals owe him a ton of money.
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The Colts Just Gave Daniel Jones The Largest Two-Year Contract In NFL History
Daniel Jones joined the Indianapolis Colts last season, unsure if he'd win the starting job. He just signed a deal worth up to nine figures.
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The Rams Have Made Trent McDuffie The Highest-Paid Cornerback In NFL History
The Chiefs traded Trent McDuffie to the Rams this offseason. Less than a week later, the Rams offered him a record-setting deal.
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Inter Miami's Owner Reveals How Much Lionel Messi Makes From The Club Each Year (And It's Much Less Than What Ronaldo Is Earning)
Lionel Messi is one of the greatest soccer players ever to step on the pitch. Here's how much he's making in his latest contract.
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Tyler Linderbaum Is Now The Highest-Paid Interior Lineman In NFL History
The Raiders had the worst record in the NFL last season. They're looking to improve this year—and they're willing to spend to make it happen.
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How Much Is A Super Bowl MVP Worth? Kenneth Walker III Signs With The Kansas City Chiefs
Just a month after winning Super Bowl MVP, Kenneth Walker III agreed to a massive contract with the Kansas City Chiefs.
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The Dolphins Are Taking A Cap Hit Of $99.2 Million To Release Tua Tagovailoa
After six seasons, the Miami Dolphins have parted ways with Tua Tagovailoa. They're paying a pretty penny to do so.
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Danielle Hunter Has Become One Of The Highest-Paid Defensive Ends Ever
Danielle Hunter anchored an impressive defense for the Texans. Houston is rewarding him with a massive payday.
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From Minor Leagues To Multi-Millions: Kiefer Sherwood Signs A Major Deal With The San Jose Sharks
Kiefer Sherwood was toiling in the minor leagues of hockey just a few seasons ago. Now, the ink is drying on a huge contract extension.
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Offensive Lineman Drew Dalman Is Retiring—And Potentially Losing $22 Million In The Process
Drew Dalman is only 27 years old, but he's retiring from the NFL. It could ultimately cost him millions of dollars.
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The Cardinals Are Releasing Kyler Murray—And They'll Still Owe Him $36.8 Million
Kyler Murray led the Arizona Cardinals for seven years, but they're ready to move on. It'll cost them a pretty penny.
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Merrill Kelly Chose The Diamondbacks Over The Padres Because Of California's High State Income Tax
Merrill Kelly received two contracts worth the same amount of money. But he wisely considered the tax implications of each location.
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Curt Cignetti Is Now The Second-Highest Paid Coach In College Football
Curt Cignetti accomplished something no Indiana football coach has ever done. Now, he's being paid like a superstar.
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The $500 Million Club: The Rare Athletes Who Have Cracked Half A Billion in Career Earnings From Salary Alone
At one time, an athlete making half a billion dollars in salary seemed far-fetched. Now, it's a reality for multiple players.