gable steveson

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Gable Steveson is an American athlete and mixed martial artist currently competing in the UFC heavyweight division.

Professional MMA Career

  • UFC Signing: Steveson officially signed with the UFC in April 2026.
  • Performance: After an undefeated start in various regional promotions, he made his UFC debut at UFC 329 on July 11, 2026, defeating Elisha Ellison via first-round TKO.
  • Recent Activity: As of September 2026, he holds a professional MMA record that includes a recent knockout loss to Sean Sharaf at UFC 331. He trains at Jackson Wink MMA Academy and has frequently cited UFC legend Jon Jones as a mentor.

Background and Previous Ventures

Steveson is a highly decorated amateur wrestler and a prominent figure in collegiate sports:

  • Wrestling Achievements: He is a 2020 Olympic gold medalist (freestyle wrestling), a two-time NCAA Division I National Champion (2021, 2022), and a two-time Dan Hodge Trophy winner. He also returned to the University of Minnesota for a fifth season in 2024–25, where he became a four-time Big Ten heavyweight champion.
  • WWE: He signed with the WWE in 2021 to pursue professional wrestling but was released in early 2024.
  • NFL: In May 2024, he signed a contract with the Buffalo Bills to play as a defensive tackle—a sport he had not previously played—but was released by the team in August 2024.