Podcast hosts from the Blind Mike Project have raised serious questions about the legitimacy of former UFC competitor Brendan Schaub’s truck giveaway contests, presenting what they describe as damning evidence of potential fraud.
The controversy centers around Schaub’s merchandise-based sweepstakes, where customers who purchase items from his “Thiccc Boy” brand are entered to win luxury trucks valued between $150,000 and $200,000.
However, internet sleuths and podcasters have noticed suspicious patterns that suggest the winners may not be randomly selected strangers.
The first red flag emerged when Schaub announced a previous winner on social media. Observers noted the winner’s lack of enthusiasm and his location in Colorado, where Schaub is from. Further investigation revealed connections between the winner and a body shop associated with Schaub, raising eyebrows about the contest’s legitimacy.
The most compelling evidence came from a recent giveaway where a Texas pastor was announced as the winner. According to the Blind Mike Project hosts, detectives on the Fighter and the Kid subreddit discovered that the supposedly gifted TRX truck appeared for sale in Florida for $132,000 shortly after the announcement. It was identifiable by its distinctive “Drive Fast All Gas” decal and custom features. Notably, Florida is where Schaub’s business partner resides and where the sweepstakes reportedly originated.
The theory presented by critics suggests that because Schaub’s merchandise isn’t selling as expected, he cannot afford to give away the expensive vehicles to legitimate winners. Instead, they allege he’s awarding the trucks to associates who quickly sell them, allowing him to avoid the full financial burden while maintaining the appearance of running legitimate contests.
What particularly drew the podcasters’ attention was Schaub’s response to the allegations. Rather than ignoring the controversy, he posted on Instagram claiming the pastor winner “didn’t drive the truck or enjoy it in any facet” and “turned around and sold it the next day.” He expressed disappointment and stated his goal was “to put as many badass V8s on the road as possible.”
The hosts found Schaub’s response suspicious, particularly his oddly specific hope that the buyer would “drive the s**t out of it and puts the kiddos in the back”—suggesting knowledge about the buyer’s family situation. They argue this inadvertently revealed familiarity with those involved in the transaction.
While Schaub has not been charged with any crimes, the podcasters suggest his ego-driven response may have created more problems than staying silent would have, potentially drawing unwanted scrutiny to his giveaway operations.
