Why Caitlin Clark Makes Less than an NFL Practice Player
Why Caitlin Clark Makes Less than an NFL Practice Player  
Podcast: No Free Lunch with Ndamukong Suh
Published On: Thu Oct 23 2025
Description: On this episode of No Free Lunch, Ndamukong sits down with women's basketball staff writer for The Athletic, Ben Pickman, to discuss the ongoing CBA negotiations in the WNBA. With the current agreement set to expire on Oct 31, they talk through the different outcomes -- from a deal, to extensions, to a potential nuclear option lockout. They dig in on the crazy low salaries that currently exist in the WNBA -- how even superstars like Napheesa Collier and A'ja Wilson make less than practice players in the NFL -- and how media rights deals and a surge in popularity should put more money in player's pockets, especially in the form of revenue sharing. Ndamukong also sheds light on the leverage that players have to impact negotiations, his experiences with the NFL Player's Association, and his front-row seat to one of the WNBA's newest expansion franchises, the Portland Fire.Supported by T. Rowe PriceHost: Ndamukong SuhExecutive Producers: Grace Piro Delia And Andrea ScottProducer: Danny SellersEditor: David CaputoFollow us at:Instagram: @nofreelunchshowTikTok: @nofreelunchshowNdamukong SuhX: @NdamukongSuhInstagram: @ndamukongsuh-------T. Rowe Price proudly sponsors No Free Lunch. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the podcast participants and do not necessarily reflect those of T. Rowe Price. Their sponsorship supports the platform and does not imply endorsement of specific content or perspectives.The information provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial or legal advice. Always consult with a qualified financial and/or legal professional before making any legal or financial decisions or investments.Mercury is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services provided through Choice Financial Group, Column N.A., and Evolve Bank & Trust; Members FDIC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.