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Herschel Walker Purports To Have $29 – $65 Million Net Worth, Skeptics Have Questions

Herschel Walker Purports To Have $29 – $65 Million Net Worth, Skeptics Have Questions

May 23, 2022

Herschel Walker is running for the U.S. Senate. But his earnings filing raises quite a few questions about how much he's actually made.

Phoenix Suns Center Bismack Biyombo Is Donating His Entire Salary To Honor His Late Father

Phoenix Suns Center Bismack Biyombo Is Donating His Entire Salary To Honor His Late Father

May 17, 2022

Six months ago, Bismack Biyombo wasn't even playing in the NBA. Now, he's donating his whole salary to help others.

After Playing Zero Games This Season, John Wall Could Make $47+ Million Next Year

After Playing Zero Games This Season, John Wall Could Make $47+ Million Next Year

May 16, 2022

John Wall has missed a ton of games over the past five seasons. But he's still made plenty of money even while sitting on the bench.

Sebastian Vettel – Who Has Made Hundreds Of Millions Of Dollars Racing Gas Guzzling F1 Cars – Is Really Worried About Climate Change

Sebastian Vettel – Who Has Made Hundreds Of Millions Of Dollars Racing Gas Guzzling F1 Cars – Is Really Worried About Climate Change

May 13, 2022

When asked if this climate stance makes him a hypocrite, Sebastian Vettel replied "It Does." Well, at least he's honest.

Tom Brady Just Signed The Largest Contract In Sportscasting History… And He Isn't Even Retired Yet!

Tom Brady Just Signed The Largest Contract In Sportscasting History… And He Isn't Even Retired Yet!

May 10, 2022

When Tom Brady retires… which could be in a decade for all we know… he'll land safely at Fox Sports with the largest contract in sportscasting history. I'm happy for Tom. That guy needed a win in life.

Duncan Robinson, Owner Of A $90 Million Contract, Has Played One Minute In The Heat's Latest Playoff Series

Duncan Robinson, Owner Of A $90 Million Contract, Has Played One Minute In The Heat's Latest Playoff Series

May 10, 2022

The Heat signed Duncan Robinson to a massive deal this past offseason. But in the playoffs, he hasn't lived up to the high expectations.

Chelsea FC Officially Sold For $5.2 Billion – The Highest Price Ever Paid For A Sports Team

Chelsea FC Officially Sold For $5.2 Billion – The Highest Price Ever Paid For A Sports Team

May 10, 2022

After weeks of backs and forths, ups and downs, sanctions and non-sanctions, Roman Abramovich has sold Chelsea F.C. for the highest price ever paid for a professional sports team.

New Biography Claims Phil Mickelson Lost $40 Million Gambling Over A Four Year Period

New Biography Claims Phil Mickelson Lost $40 Million Gambling Over A Four Year Period

May 5, 2022

If you ever wondered why Phil Mickelson appears in so many commercials and has so many sponsors, for a bunch of fairly random brands, he might have been making up for some serious gambling losses.

The Mets Are Paying Robinson Canó $40 Million To Go Away

The Mets Are Paying Robinson Canó $40 Million To Go Away

May 3, 2022

The New York Mets are pulling the rip cord on second baseman Robinson Canó. And they'll be paying him $40 million for the privilege of NOT using his services going forward.

NFL Player Whose Bong Rip Video Cost Him $12 Million Is Turning The 'Worst Moment' Of His Life Into A Good Cause

NFL Player Whose Bong Rip Video Cost Him $12 Million Is Turning The 'Worst Moment' Of His Life Into A Good Cause

May 3, 2022

Laremy Tunsil made a costly mistake six years ago on NFL Draft night. Here's how he's bouncing back from that rough moment.

Trevor Bauer Will Lose A Small Fortune If His 324-Game MLB Suspension Is Upheld

Trevor Bauer Will Lose A Small Fortune If His 324-Game MLB Suspension Is Upheld

May 2, 2022

On Friday, embattled Dodgers pitcher Trevor Bauer was hit with a two-year ban from Major League Baseball. He is appealing. If he loses, Trevor will undergo the most-expensive sports suspension of all time.

The 10 Most Expensive Team Purchases In Sports History

The 10 Most Expensive Team Purchases In Sports History

Apr 29, 2022

Buying a sports franchise takes a lot of money, but some are more expensive than ever. Here are the highest prices people have paid to own a team.

Would You Like To Earn $8 Million By The Time You Graduate College? One Football Recruit Is Doing Just That

Would You Like To Earn $8 Million By The Time You Graduate College? One Football Recruit Is Doing Just That

Apr 20, 2022

Thanks to the NCAA's new rule around name, image, and likeness deals, athletes are cashing in — sometimes before they even start college.

Floyd Mayweather Wants To Make A Deal With An NFL Team On Behalf Of Antonio Brown

Floyd Mayweather Wants To Make A Deal With An NFL Team On Behalf Of Antonio Brown

Apr 19, 2022

Floyd Mayweather has issued plenty of challenges throughout his fighting career. Now, he's offering one to NFL owners on behalf of a friend.

Kansas And UNC Players Are Going On Tour—And Could Earn Hundreds Of Thousands Of Dollars

Kansas And UNC Players Are Going On Tour—And Could Earn Hundreds Of Thousands Of Dollars

Apr 18, 2022

Both NCAA Tournament finalists are capitalizing on the NCAA's recent rule that allows players to profit off their name, image, and likeness.