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Johnny Manziel, the former NFL quarterback, will be making his MMA debut Saturday, May 23, against a man with far less marquee value.
But is the 2012 Heisman Trophy winner risking defeat and even embarrassment when he steps into the cage with Bob Menery for an amateur fight Saturday, May 23, at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas?
To which you might respond, “Who in the heck is Bob Menery?’’
He’s an influencer with 2.8 million followers on Instagram and did not instill fear during the weigh-in with Manziel.
Menery, 38, reportedly is no taller than 5-9 and weighs in at about 190 pounds. Manziel, 33, stands 6-0 and reportedly tipped the scales at about 205 pounds.
Menery might be more comfortable calling the fight than participating in it. He’s a sportscaster whose fame peaked when he called a game for the Salt Lake Screaming Eagles of the Indoor Football League. He produces comedic videos, too.
Also on his resume:
- Caddied for Aaron Rodgers
- The voice of Buffalo Wild Wings
- Host of the ZAPPED podcast
Dana White has inserted himself into the fight that is being promoted by influencer Adin Ross and will be held at the Apex Center in Las Vegas. White, CEO of the UFC, said he’d bet $10,000 that Menery wouldn’t show up.
But Menery arrived, leaving only the outcome in doubt.
Johnny Manziel vs. Bob Menery: How to watch
- Date: Saturday, May 23
- Time: 11 p.m. ET, main card starts.
- Live stream: Free on Brand Risk 14 channels on YouTube and Kick.
Johnny Manziel vs. Bob Menery rules
- Amateur MMA rules
- 6 oz gloves
- Elbows, knees to head are considered illegal
- Three rounds
Johnny Manziel vs. Bob Menery notable undercard fight
Former NBA players Michael Beasley and Lance Stephenson will fight in an MMA bout on the undercard. Beasley, 37, is 6-9. Stephenson, 35, is 6-5.
Johnny Manziel vs. Bob Menery full card
Main card
- Johnny Manziel vs Bob Menery (Main Event)
- Ray J vs Supa Hot Fire (Co-Main Event)
- Michael Beasley vs Lance Stephenson
- No Neck Jay vs Shane Chance
- Flyy Soulja vs Jeremy Smith
- Dom The Troll vs Tommy Tough Knuckles
Prelims
- Antonio Williams vs Haskell Rhodes Jr
- Gabe Silva vs Malcolm Peck
- AP The Fighter vs Ethan Stern
- Andrew Garcia vs Deshawn Prather
- Britton Norwood vs Alvin Varmall Jr
