NFL world reacts to Jake Paul's crazy knockout win over Tyron Woodley聽
Saturday night was a memorable night in sports. Jake Paul fought former UFC heavyweight champion Tyron Woodley in a rematch of their fight in August.
The first time, Paul won by split decision. Paul was too proud to let Woodley off the hook, and the two had their anticipated rematch Saturday.
This time, Jake Paul was victorious by a brutal knockout in the sixth round. The 24-year-old improved his boxing record to an impressive 5-0 mark.
The 39-year-old Woodley tried his best, but Paul was the better fighter.
The NFL community, players and analysts alike took to Twitter to talk about Paul's knockout victory.
NFL world reacts to Jake Paul's crazy knockout win over Tyron Woodley
The first comment came from former NFL running back Justin Forsett. Forsett's tweet was about Jake Paul's entrance music for the fight.
The eventual winner came out to the "YMCA" song, which was one of the most comedic moments of the night. The upbeat tempo of the song helped Paul get in the zone.
Ok this is the night he takes an L. Intro music tells all.
The most popular tweet of the night in terms of likes came from Patrick Mahomes. The 2018 NFL MVP commented on how Woodley was knocked out ice-cold.
Paul landed his right-hand flush on Woodley's face, causing the latter to collapse onto the mat.
He really put him to sleep 馃槾馃槾馃槾
One of the most excitable personalities in sports, Pat McAfee, was also blown away by the heaviness Jake Paul's strike landed with.
JAKE PAULLLLL JUST LANDED A BOMMMMB
Some tweets from around the NFL were shorter and more to the point. Dallas Cowboys legend Dez Bryant needed just two words to describe his thoughts.
Damn Woodley!
Raheem Mostert of the San Fransisco 49ers was taken aback by what he witnessed in his tweet. Mostert's opinion is one shared by many who thought Paul would finally suffer his first defeat in a boxing ring.
What did I just witness!!?
Former NFL running back Terrell Davis also gave his opinion on Twitter. Paul has knocked out everyone he's fought now, which caught the eye of the former Denver Broncos star.
Ouch! Jake Paul is knocking folks out
Former Pittsburgh Steelers safety Ryan Clark is ready for Woodley to retire after suffering his second straight loss to Jake Paul.
Man, if y鈥檃ll let Tyron Woodley fight one more dang time I swear!!
The controversial Skip Bayless gave Paul props and a lot of praise after the fight. Whether you like Paul or not, Bayless is right that he draws attention every time he fights.
There's just something about Jake Paul I like. Kid's got guts and rare charisma. He's obviously not yet a polished boxer but he's athletic and strong and driven and it won't surprise me if he pulls something off in boxing that shocks his skeptics. JAKE PAUL SELLS.
Robert Griffin III became a believer in Paul after the fight.
Y鈥檃ll better stop playing with Jake Paul
If you not a boxer don鈥檛 get in the ring
Last but not least, Le'Veon Bell challenged Paul to a fight. This is noteworthy and something that we could see down the road.
@jakepaul fight me, stop tryna fight ppl who can鈥檛 box
Jake Paul has made boxing a prominent sport again. His knockout over Woodley proved that he can hang and that this isn't just a publicity stunt.
It'll be interesting to see who steps up as his next challenger.
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