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The Boys In The Back

Uncrowned & Yahoo Sports
UFC
UFC Houston
UFC Seattle
Ronda Rousey
Islam Makhachev
Tom Aspinall
Zufa Boxing
Boxing
UFC London
Arman Sarukian
Ian Machado Gary
Eddie Hearn
Gina Carano
Usman Nurmagomedov
Conor Mcgregor
Matchroom Talent Agency
Conor Benn
Zuffa Boxing
PFL
BKFC

The Boys in the Back Eric Jackman (NewYorkRic), Conner Burks (GC) and Mysterious Frank offer an irreverent take on the world of combat sports.

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The Boys in the Back kick off the show by celebrating the anniversary of an important show moment (06:54), then cover news and notes from the combat world (12:16).

They react to the recent war of words between UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria a... more

The Boys in the Back kick off the show by reading your five-star podcast reviews (02:13), before jumping into the beef between Ronda Rousey and Kayla Harrison, prompted by Rousey going off on Harrison during yesterday's Netflix press conference (08:1... more

The Boys in the Back kick off the show talking about their experience so far at Muckleshoot Casino Resort (02:54).

Then, they dive into their previews of UFC Seattle (14:25) and PFL Pittsburgh (1:01:13), before making picks (1:11:58).

After touchin... more

The Boys in the Back cover some recent news, including UFC appointing the Association of Boxing Commissions as regulator for the White House event (02:16), Robert Whittaker saying he's got a light heavyweight opponent lined up (06:25), and more.

Th... more

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Recent Guests

Ronda Rousey
Former UFC Women's Bantamweight Champion, MMA pioneer
MVP Netflix event
Episode: Jon Jones demands UFC release, Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano press conference livestream & reaction
Gina Carano
Former UFC fighter, TV/film star
MVP Netflix event
Episode: Jon Jones demands UFC release, Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano press conference livestream & reaction
Francis Ngannou
Former UFC Heavyweight Champion, fighter
MVP Netflix event
Episode: Jon Jones demands UFC release, Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano press conference livestream & reaction
Felipe Linz
Professional fighter, UFC veteran
MVP Netflix event
Episode: Jon Jones demands UFC release, Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano press conference livestream & reaction
Tom Aspinall
UFC fighter, heavyweight contender
UFC
Episode: Jon Jones demands UFC release, Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano press conference livestream & reaction
Ilya Toporya
UFC fighter, featherweight
UFC
Episode: Jon Jones demands UFC release, Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano press conference livestream & reaction
Islam Makhachev
UFC Lightweight Champion
UFC
Episode: Jon Jones demands UFC release, Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano press conference livestream & reaction
Jake Paul
Promoter/entrepreneur, MVP co-promoter
MVP Netflix
Episode: Jon Jones demands UFC release, Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano press conference livestream & reaction
Michael Venom Page
MVP; MMA fighter and Total Kombat 3 participant
Total Kombat / MMA promotions
Episode: UFC fighter pay problem brewing? Michael 'Venom' Page joins the show, On The Nose, more

Hosts

Eric Jackman
Host of The Boys In The Back; handles analysis and hosting duties across episodes.
Conner Burks
Co-host bringing banter and industry insight.
Frank
Co-host providing color commentary and reactions.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 51 ratings
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    13 days ago

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Mario Bautista, Dustin Jacoby, Xander Zayas join the show, On The Nose, more
Q: What was Dustin Jacoby's mindset about his return to form and rankings in the UFC?
He stressed that rankings are fluid and that he believes in consistently performing at a high level, noting that his path included fighting across many promotions before returning to the UFC and climbing the rankings through knockout wins.
Usman Nurmagomedov and Mario Bautista win big, Andrei Arlovski joins as BKFC champion, Ariel Helwani checks in
Q: How did Bautista look in the main event, and what does that mean for his trajectory in the bantamweight division?
Bautista looked highly dominant against a compromised opponent and drew attention to his skills and finishing ability, suggesting he could be a fixture in the top 10 and possibly push for higher-tier matchups, especially if he continues to perform at a high level.
Usman Nurmagomedov and Mario Bautista win big, Andrei Arlovski joins as BKFC champion, Ariel Helwani checks in
Q: What are the implications for Usman Nurmagomedov's future if he stays in PFL versus moving to the UFC?
There is a strong case that Usman is a marquee talent whose value is tied to the Dubai/Overseas events PFL is betting on; the hosts discuss that if the UFC offers a compelling deal and schedule, Usman could become a tentpole for UFC's lightweight division, but PFL might offer a lucrative package to keep him from crossing over.
Jon Jones demands UFC release, Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano press conference livestream & reaction
Q: Do we see Jon Jones fighting in the UFC again?
The hosts broadly expect Jones not to return to the UFC, given the contract drama and pay disputes, though they acknowledge the door could reopen in some form under different terms or when negotiating leverage shifts.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Boys In The Back

What is The Boys In The Back about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A brash, multi-host roundtable that treats combat sports as theater and business alike. Episodes regularly dissect pay dynamics in MMA and boxing, cross-promotional ventures, and the shifting media landscape around UFC and boxing promotions. The crew blurs hype with insider-level analysis, pairing hot takes on title pictures and megafight talk with behind-the-scenes chatter about press conferences, pay structures, and streaming-era deals. A standout throughline is how promoters, fighters, and platforms negotiate leverage, often with irreverent banter and crowd-pleasing anecdotes that keep conversations lively even when tackling heavyweight pay, cross-promotional cards, and the evolution of fighter empowerment. For potential listeners, the m... more

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2. Gina Carano
3. Francis Ngannou
4. Felipe Linz
5. Tom Aspinall
6. Ilya Toporya
7. Islam Makhachev
8. Jake Paul

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