Ex-QB Manziel pummels influencer in MMA debut
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- Johnny Manziel defeated influencer Bob Menery by first‑round stoppage at the UFC Apex Center in Las Vegas on Saturday night, with the referee stopping the fight at 2:16 after Manziel landed hard strikes from full mount.
- Johnny Manziel landed body kicks and a takedown before the stoppage, showcasing his MMA skills.
- Johnny Manziel said after the fight that this would likely be his only MMA bout, stating “This was good enough for one time.”
- Brand Risk Promotions staged the bout, a promotion of streamer Adin Ross that pairs celebrities with content creators in combat events.
- Netflix featured Manziel’s story in the 2023 “Untold” episode “Johnny Football,” adding to his media profile.
Why it matters: Manziel’s 2‑minute‑16‑second knockout gives him a fresh sponsorship angle, while Brand Risk Promotions cashes in on the buzz, drawing more celebrity matchups and expanding its revenue stream.
