Follow The Money | May 7, 2026 | Hour 2

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In this episode of VSiN's 'Follow The Money,' hosts Mitch Moss and Pauly Howard dive into a mix of high-stakes sports betting markets, breaking news, and deep analysis. The conversation kicks off with a viral scandal involving New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel and a woman seen with him in Tennessee, sparking massive betting activity on whether he’ll remain coach by Week 1 of the next season. The hosts debate the implications of the story, the potential fallout, and the odds—especially on markets like 'Will Vrabel be out before December?' and 'Who coaches the Patriots week one?'—with the betting pool exceeding $400,000. They then pivot to NBA offseason speculation, focusing on Jalen Brown’s future, with betting odds on his next team showing the Hawks, Pelicans, and Bucks as top contenders. The discussion includes trade scenarios involving Kevin Durant and Giannis Antetokounmpo, and critiques of Brown’s post-loss comments as sour grapes. The episode also features in-depth MLB and UFC betting analysis, including a strong pick on Max Meyer’s strikeout prop, a deep dive into Cy Young futures with a caution on young pitchers like Cam Schlittler, and a detailed breakdown of the upcoming UFC card, where Lou Finacaro favors Sean Strickland over the dominant Chimaev and backs several underdog props. The hosts close with a powerful betting angle on Detroit Pistons as small home favorites in Game 2 of the NBA playoffs, citing a 19-5 straight-up, 17-7 ATS record in similar situations.

Key Takeaways
1

Betting markets on Mike Vrabel’s future as Patriots coach have surged to over $400,000, with 64% odds he’s out by Week 1.

2

Jalen Brown’s next team is heavily traded, with the Hawks at 2-1 odds, and a potential trade for Kevin Durant is being discussed.

3

Detroit Pistons are a strong 7-point or smaller home favorite in Game 2 of the NBA playoffs, with a proven 19-5 straight-up, 17-7 ATS record in similar situations.

4

Lou Finacaro backs Sean Strickland to survive Chimaev’s pressure and win via decision, citing his grappling resilience.

5

Max Meyer’s strikeout prop is juiced at 5.5, with a strong model showing Baltimore’s lineup struggles against his sweeper-slider combo.

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Chapters
0:00
5 min

The Vrabel Scandal & Betting Mania

The number is driven down to where you can get like around even money or maybe even a little bit better than that. Maybe he's a dog to come back and coach the Patriots for next year.

Highlight
5:00
5 min

Jalen Brown's Next Team & Trade Speculation

It's convenient that you say this is my favorite season I've ever had. The most fun I've had in a basketball season. Right after you get knocked out in the first round...

Highlight
10:00
10 min

MLB Futures & Cy Young Analysis

Matt Vaskirjan joins to break down Cy Young futures, highlighting Max Freed as the top American League candidate and cautioning against overvaluing young arms like Cam Schlittler. The hosts also analyze Max Meyer’s strikeout prop and the Rays’ sustainability despite losing their ace.

20:00
10 min

UFC Betting Breakdown with Lou Finacaro

I believe this fight goes to decision. And in that statement alone, it tells you that I believe in Strickland.

Highlight
30:00
10 min

Detroit Pistons as Underdog Bet in NBA Playoffs

This is it! We've got to sell it all! If they lose this series, there's going to be enormous changes...

Highlight
High-Impact Quotes
This is it! We've got to sell it all! If they lose this series, there's going to be enormous changes...
Mitch Moss36:19
Viral: 90.0
I believe this fight goes to decision. And in that statement alone, it tells you that I believe in Strickland.
Lou Finacaro25:30
Viral: 88.0
The number is driven down to where you can get like around even money or maybe even a little bit better than that. Maybe he's a dog to come back and coach the Patriots for next year.
Mitch Moss4:53
Viral: 85.0
Speakers

Hosts

Mitch MossPauly Howard

Guests

Matt VaskirjanLou Finacaro
Topics Discussed
sports betting markets95%sports scandals92%nba playoffs90%ufc betting88%nba offseason speculation85%mlb futures82%cy young award78%team performance analytics75%
People & Brands

mike vrabel

person

18xNegative

jalen brown

person

15xMixed

lou finacaro

person

14xPositive

cleveland cavaliers

other

12xNegative

matt vaskirjan

person

12xPositive

detroit pistons

other

10xPositive

james harden

person

9xNegative

sean strickland

person

8xPositive

tampa bay rays

other

8xPositive

chimaev

person

7xNeutral

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