EP. 14 | Twins Fire Sale, MLB Trade Deadline, De’Aaron Fox Gets Paid & Kyren Williams Sparks Debate

In Episode 14 of Don't Quote Us Sports, the crew kicks things off with some comedic banter about who really has “that dog in them,” red clay carpets, and domestic dog-walking drama before diving headfirst into a packed sports week across the MLB, NBA, NFL, and college football.

⚾ MLB Trade Deadline Reactions:
We open with a deep dive into the 2025 MLB Trade Deadline, unpacking key moves from the Chicago Cubs, Seattle Mariners, San Diego Padres, and notably the Minnesota Twins, who were arguably the biggest losers of the deadline. Cubs fans get into whether the additions of Willie Castro and more pitching depth were enough to call it a win. Meanwhile, Isaiah delivers a heated PSA on the Twins' massive roster sell-off, questioning ownership strategy and payroll slashes after dumping 10 players, including Carlos Correa.

We also touch on Mason Miller’s move to the Padres, the Tigers’ missed opportunity, and the Twins’ baffling returns for traded stars. Expect raw, unfiltered rants and some brutally honest fan reactions.

🏟️ MLB at Bristol Motor Speedway & Wild Stadium Ideas:
The episode takes a fun left turn as we recap the rain-soaked MLB game at Bristol Motor Speedway, complete with hot dogs sans buns, tortilla chips, and a failed ball toss up the embankment. The crew then brainstorms dream locations for future MLB one-off games—everything from the LA Coliseum to Egyptian pyramids, the Field of Dreams, and even a Savannah Bananas-like stadium with insane dimensions (including a tree in center field).

🏀 NBA Contract Chaos:
Next up, the guys react to some major NBA contract extensions. Luka Doncic signs a 3-year, $165M extension with the Lakers, while De'Aaron Fox shocks the NBA world with a $229M deal from the Spurs. Is he worth $57M per year? Is that a championship piece or a contract they’ll regret? The squad debates if the new NBA salary cap environment justifies these kinds of deals or if we’re heading toward cap hell.

🏈 College Football Preseason Rankings:
The show then shifts to the gridiron as the NCAA preseason Coaches Poll sparks a lively debate. Texas and Ohio State headline the top spots, setting the stage for a Week 1 #1 vs. #2 showdown. The team discusses top-heavy conference dominance from the SEC, Big Ten, and Big 12, and predicts which teams will underperform their lofty rankings. Spoiler: Texas A&M, BYU, Miami, and SMU take some hits.

We also highlight surprising rankings like Illinois at #12, and Isaiah’s doubts about Michigan’s QB situation despite a top-15 ranking. Plus: early Heisman predictions, with Rob hilariously tossing out Rocco Becht as a "bias pick" for Iowa State.

🏈 NFL: Kyren Williams Extension + RB Market Talk:
The guys close with in-depth analysis of Kyren Williams’ 3-year, $33M extension with the Rams, including a debate over whether the 24-year-old back has earned it. While some argue he’s a fantasy stud and legit workhorse, others point to his poor efficiency metrics and questionable return on investment.

We also forecast how this contract affects the future of RB deals, including looming extensions for guys like Jahmyr Gibbs, Bijan Robinson, James Cook, and Travis Etienne. The conversation expands into the evolution of running back value, comparing deals like Saquon Barkley's $21M AAV to mid-tier contracts and how NFL front offices approach the position.