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What is The Bench?

The Bench is where sports analytics meets contract negotiations. We break down the numbers that shape the game—salary caps, player deals, advanced metrics, front-office decisions, and everything that goes on behind the teams—giving you a deeper look at how teams are built.

What We Cover

At The Bench, we break down the numbers, decisions, and legal battles that shape sports, including:

At The Bench, we break down the numbers, decisions, and legal battles that shape sports, including:

• The Business of Contracts – Salary caps, player deals, and front-office negotiations.
• Sports Law & Legal Battles – NIL deals, collective bargaining, and major disputes.
• Front-Office Strategy – Trades, free agency, team building, and executive decisions.
• Analytics & Performance Metrics – The data behind winning and player evaluation.
• College Reports – NCAA trends, recruiting, and emerging stars from student contributors.

Why The Bench?

We know that sports are more than just what happens on the field. The biggest plays are often made behind the scenes, in contract negotiations, scouting rooms, and analytics departments.

Whether you’re an aspiring sports professional or just a fan who wants to understand the game on a deeper level, The Bench brings you the insights you won’t find on a scoreboard.

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