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DK Metcalf Just Got The Largest Wide Receiver Signing Bonus Ever

DK Metcalf Just Got The Largest Wide Receiver Signing Bonus Ever

Aug 3, 2022

DK Metcalf is now among the highest-paid NFL wide receivers, and just scored the largest WR signing bonus in league history.
The Potential Floyd Mayweather And Conor McGregor Rematch Could Be Worth A Billion Dollars

The Potential Floyd Mayweather And Conor McGregor Rematch Could Be Worth A Billion Dollars

Aug 2, 2022

The first fight between Conor McGregor and Floyd Mayweather was one of the most-watched in history. What would an encore look like?
Joe Musgrove Is About To Do Something No Padres Pitcher Has Ever Done

Joe Musgrove Is About To Do Something No Padres Pitcher Has Ever Done

Aug 2, 2022

Joe Musgrove is having the best season of his MLB career — and the San Diego Padres are about to put him in rarified air.
Bubba Watson Is Taking The Money And Running To LIV Golf – Here's How Much He'll Make

Bubba Watson Is Taking The Money And Running To LIV Golf – Here's How Much He'll Make

Aug 1, 2022

LIV Golf just scored another major name by offering Bubba Watson a massive contract to leave the PGA Tour and play for LIV, instead.
Kyler Murray Is Now One Of The NFL's Highest-Paid Quarterbacks

Kyler Murray Is Now One Of The NFL's Highest-Paid Quarterbacks

Jul 27, 2022

Despite rumors that he was unhappy and wanted to play somewhere else, Kyler Murray is in Arizona for the long haul.
Kirby Smart Is Now The Highest-Paid Coach In All Of College Football

Kirby Smart Is Now The Highest-Paid Coach In All Of College Football

Jul 26, 2022

Kirby Smart led the Georgia Bulldogs to its first title in more than 40 years. He's earning a massive payday because of it.
How Much Will Michael Rubin Make From Selling His Stake In The 76ers And Devils?

How Much Will Michael Rubin Make From Selling His Stake In The 76ers And Devils?

Jul 22, 2022

Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin announced he's selling his ownership stakes in the Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Devils. Here's why.
Almost-Billionaire Tiger Woods Can't Understand Why Golfers Would Play For LIV Golf

Almost-Billionaire Tiger Woods Can't Understand Why Golfers Would Play For LIV Golf

Jul 19, 2022

Nearly two dozen golfers have left the PGA Tour to join the LIV Golf League. And that doesn't sit well with Tiger Woods.
One College Football Player Has Signed More Than 70 NIL Deals — And You've Probably Never Heard Of Him

One College Football Player Has Signed More Than 70 NIL Deals — And You've Probably Never Heard Of Him

Jul 19, 2022

In the year since college players have been able to profit from their name, image, and likeness, one player has stood out among the rest.
Deandre Ayton Just Signed A $133 Million Contract — And Is Probably Upset About It

Deandre Ayton Just Signed A $133 Million Contract — And Is Probably Upset About It

Jul 18, 2022

Deandre Ayton signed the largest matched contract in NBA history. But he's probably not very happy about how everything went down.
Juan Soto Just Turned Down The Largest Contract In MLB History… Nearly A Half Billion Dollars

Juan Soto Just Turned Down The Largest Contract In MLB History… Nearly A Half Billion Dollars

Jul 18, 2022

The Washington Nationals offered Juan Soto a deal that would make him the highest-paid player in baseball history. Here's why he turned it down.
James Harden Took A $15 Million Pay Cut In His Quest To Win A Title

James Harden Took A $15 Million Pay Cut In His Quest To Win A Title

Jul 12, 2022

James Harden has racked up plenty of individual accomplishments, but an NBA title still eludes him. He's hoping that'll change this season.
In Professional Sports Terms, Joe Rogan's Spotify Contract Would Make Him The Third Highest-Paid Athlete Of All Time

In Professional Sports Terms, Joe Rogan's Spotify Contract Would Make Him The Third Highest-Paid Athlete Of All Time

Jul 12, 2022

Joe Rogan signed an exclusive deal with Spotify in 2020. If the platform were a sports team, Rogan would be one of the richest athletes ever.
Damian Lillard Is About To Make $60 Million Per Season And Puts Career Earnings On Pace To Top A Half Billion Dollars

Damian Lillard Is About To Make $60 Million Per Season And Puts Career Earnings On Pace To Top A Half Billion Dollars

Jul 11, 2022

Damian Lillard just inked a massive contract extension which will keep in Portland for the foreseeable future — and keep him PAID, too.
Someone Filmed A Video Inside A Saudi-Owned LIV Golf Private Jet… And It Defies Imagination

Someone Filmed A Video Inside A Saudi-Owned LIV Golf Private Jet… And It Defies Imagination

Jul 8, 2022

The LIV golf league is backed by the Saudi Investment Fund. It therefore has access to a literally unlimited, bottomless well of money. And this is exactly the kind of private jet and unlimited, bottomless well of money buys.