Boxer Errol Spence Jr. throws shade at Floyd Mayweather Jr. on podcast

Errol Spence Jr. got into an awful car accident in 2019, but he’s healing and opening up to the media. Here’s what he had to say about Floyd Mayweather Jr.

Ever since his serious car accident in 2019, WBC and IBF welterweight boxing champion Errol Spence Jr. has been reclusive. He has only appeared in a handful of interviews, but he opened on on Showtime’s basketball video podcast All the Smoke with Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson.

Spence (26-0, 21 KOs) hasn’t fought since his split-decision victory over Shawn Porter in September of 2019. A few weeks later, Spence crashed his Ferrari at high speeds, flipping his vehicle multiple times. Spence was ejected and was in serious condition at one point, but miraculously survived without any serious injuries.

While talking with former NBA players Barnes and Jackson, Spence provided some insight into the scope of his injuries.

“I’m already back. I’m 100 percent — no restrictions in my training except sparring,” said Spence. “I can’t spar yet because I got my teeth knocked out, and they put three posts in my mouth. Once they heal, I get my permanent teeth, and then I’ll be able to spar.”

Spence added, “I don’t even remember being in the hospital. The only thing I remember is being at home, three weeks later. I didn’t break any bones, no fractures, no anything. I should’ve lost my life that night.”

Things took an interesting turn when Spence was asked about how he would have fared against all-time legend and former unified welterweight champion Floyd Mayweather Jr. Spence felt confident that he could have handled the retired undefeated great.

“100 percent focused, in my prime, I think I would beat Floyd,” said Spence. “He’s very mentally tough. I would cut him off. I would use my jab, throw combinations, work the body, and then work the head. I’d try to break him down physically because I know I’m not gonna break him down mentally.”

Mayweather is retired but has flirted with comebacks if the price is right. He came out of retirement to stop MMA star Conor McGregor in round 10 of their record-setting bout back in 2017.

At 43 years old, Mayweather could always fight again in a unique contest, but he likely wouldn’t want to throw hands with the 30-year-old Spence at this point. Still, it’s refreshing to hear Spence’s confidence in his abilities.

All sports are at a standstill due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but a fight between Spence and undefeated WBO welterweight champ Terence Crawford (36-0, 27 KOs) would be the hottest ticket in boxing.

Hear what else Spence had to say on the All the Smoke podcast. You can find it on the Showtime Basketball YouTube channel and most major podcast providers, including the RADIO.COM app.