kenlow73 Posted October 23, 2015 Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 Jon Jones Reinstated by UFC: Latest Details, Comments and Reaction By Adam Wells, Featured Columnist Oct 23, 2015 SHARE TWEET NEXT ARTICLE » Use your ← → (arrow) keys to browse more stories http://img.bleacherreport.net/img/images/photos/003/537/291/hi-res-dccf9eb8bb1c6f90839854871465dc25_crop_north.jpg?w=630&h=420&q=75 John Locher/Associated Press 2.9K Reads 16 Comments Nearly six months after he was stripped of the light heavyweight championship and indefinitely suspended, Jon Jones has been reinstated by UFC. According to an official release on UFC.com, UFC chairman and CEO Lorenzo Fertitta said the company has been pleased with his progress following his various legal problems. We've made it clear to Jon that this new opportunity to compete in UFC is a privilege and not a right, and that there are significant expectations we have regarding his conduct moving forward. We’re happy to read and see reports that he has embraced the terms of his plea agreement and is using this experience to grow and develop as a person. In the same release, Jones said he is "thankful to be able to do what [he loves] once again" and looks forward to proving himself as a fighter and person as a member of UFC. Jones spoke about his reinstatement on Facebook: In April, Jones turned himself into Albuquerque police following a hit-and-run. He pleaded guilty to one felony charge and received 18 months probation for the incident in September. http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2582027-jon-jones-reinstated-by-ufc-latest-details-comments-and-reaction?utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=programming-national 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Epicman1324 Posted October 23, 2015 Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 UFC 200: Weidman vs Jones 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacman Posted October 23, 2015 Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 Well he's the most talented fighter in MMA history so it's great to have him back but he's still a piece of shit who has gotten away with too much. He should be suspended but I'm guessing that won't happen either. I would be happy if they made him work his way up to a title shot instead of granting him one immediately. Let Bader and/or Glover have a crack at DC and Jon can fight Rumble in a title eliminator. Same if he goes to HW; give him JDS, Stipe, Cain, etc. before he gets Werdum. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mentor Posted October 24, 2015 Report Share Posted October 24, 2015 I am happy this happened earlier rather than later. He has had his low points out of the cage, but most die hard MMA fans care less about what fighters do outside of their sphere. 2 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 24, 2015 Report Share Posted October 24, 2015 Speak for yourself. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LEGEND4R3AL Posted October 24, 2015 Report Share Posted October 24, 2015 UFC 200: Weidman vs Jones Ha...What is up with all of this UFC 200 hype? I guess since UFC 100 was such a stacked card hopefully they are able to make the best card we have ever seen...like even all of the prelims are like crazy fights. Put women's straw championship on ufc 200 prelims n shit like that!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stpierrecanada Posted October 24, 2015 Report Share Posted October 24, 2015 I can't see it being anything amazing.. I think they will try to stack the cards but most fights will be pulled due to injury, I can just see it now.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shockg Posted October 24, 2015 Report Share Posted October 24, 2015 Being good at something shouldn't give you a pass for committing a felony. At least they should have kept him sitting for a while. He left the scene of an accident where someone was injured by his actions. I will root against him for the rest of his career. (though he will probably win because he is that good) Ridiculous. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madness Posted October 25, 2015 Report Share Posted October 25, 2015 I hope part of the plea agreement was to quit poking fighters in the eyes. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mersh Posted October 30, 2015 Report Share Posted October 30, 2015 I don't know about you fellas, but I for one will chop up a few lines and celebrate for the guy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjornmma1 Posted November 3, 2015 Report Share Posted November 3, 2015 He has been non stop posting videos about him with weights. Seems like he is really trying to add a lot of muscle, so maybe he is in his mind thinking about HW already. http://youtu.be/T2LSriGJquE 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stpierrecanada Posted November 3, 2015 Report Share Posted November 3, 2015 I would much prefer if he fought at HW.. He has nothing left to prove at 205 in my opinion, he will wreck anyone at this point at LHW..and I'm in no way a Jon Jones fan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjornmma1 Posted November 3, 2015 Report Share Posted November 3, 2015 I would much prefer if he fought at HW.. He has nothing left to prove at 205 in my opinion, he will wreck anyone at this point at LHW..and I'm in no way a Jon Jones fan. Same here. I don't like him as a person, but man the guy is a beast! I don't see him lose anytime soon at 205lbs and honestly believe that most HW's would be in big trouble as well. Pretty much only Werdum has a good shot against him and maybe JDS because of his KO power, but I doubt it. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stpierrecanada Posted November 3, 2015 Report Share Posted November 3, 2015 Cain/Jones is what I want to see.. Cain losing in Mexico doesn't make him any less of a beast that he always was. I picked Werdum to beat Cain but that was because of the circumstances and Cain's long layoff. I think either Werdum or Cain could potentially give Jones a run for his money. I'd love to say I think JDS would beat Jones, but I can't see it happening at this point, I think Junior's best days are just passing, too many wars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjornmma1 Posted November 3, 2015 Report Share Posted November 3, 2015 Cain/Jones is what I want to see.. Cain losing in Mexico doesn't make him any less of a beast that he always was. I picked Werdum to beat Cain but that was because of the circumstances and Cain's long layoff. I think either Werdum or Cain could potentially give Jones a run for his money. I'd love to say I think JDS would beat Jones, but I can't see it happening at this point, I think Junior's best days are just passing, too many wars. I predicted Cain to get beaten by Werdum as Werdum 2.0 is a terrible matchup for all fighters as he has crazy bjj, but now also great MT. True about JDS. I am a big fan of him and his never quit attitude, but he shouldn't use his head as a way to block punches, but let his gloves do that instead 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stpierrecanada Posted November 3, 2015 Report Share Posted November 3, 2015 After the JDS/Overeem fight, I see JDS winning but not having all THAT MUCH left. BUT there are still lots of meaningful fights for him to be in such as a Werdum rematch, Arlovski fight, or Cain #4 I'd even enjoy seeing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjornmma1 Posted November 3, 2015 Report Share Posted November 3, 2015 After the JDS/Overeem fight, I see JDS winning but not having all THAT MUCH left. BUT there are still lots of meaningful fights for him to be in such as a Werdum rematch, Arlovski fight, or Cain #4 I'd even enjoy seeing. I would like to see JDS face Werdum if he wins against Overeem. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MasterLeader Posted November 3, 2015 Report Share Posted November 3, 2015 I actually met Jon Jones a couple years ago at UFC in London. Of all the fighters i've met he was the most down to earth and genuinely seemed happy to have a photo with me. Maybe the fame has gone to his head, since this was before he became champion - but I know deep down he has a good heart. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjornmma1 Posted November 3, 2015 Report Share Posted November 3, 2015 I actually met Jon Jones a couple years ago at UFC in London. Of all the fighters i've met he was the most down to earth and genuinely seemed happy to have a photo with me. Maybe the fame has gone to his head, since this was before he became champion - but I know deep down he has a good heart. He might be, but then it means he is surrounded by the wrong people for his career lately. I hope to see a normal, behaved Jon Jones from now on, who smack talks, but does not cross the laws. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacky67 Posted November 4, 2015 Report Share Posted November 4, 2015 He has been non stop posting videos about him with weights. Seems like he is really trying to add a lot of muscle, so maybe he is in his mind thinking about HW already. http://youtu.be/T2LSriGJquE 585 pounds being so skinny, no doubt he used roids too now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArtieBanks Posted November 4, 2015 Report Share Posted November 4, 2015 Cain/Jones is what I want to see.. Cain losing in Mexico doesn't make him any less of a beast that he always was. I picked Werdum to beat Cain but that was because of the circumstances and Cain's long layoff. I think either Werdum or Cain could potentially give Jones a run for his money. I'd love to say I think JDS would beat Jones, but I can't see it happening at this point, I think Junior's best days are just passing, too many wars. My major problem with Cain, and it always has been his biggest flaw is for a big guy he is made of glass. He always seems to get injured one way or another and takes long gaps from fighting. It would be the fight I would want to see and that is because I want to see JDS vs Werdum 2. If Jones does go to heavyweight, over the time period he was away would have been the perfect time to start bulking up with a heavyweight fight in July sometime against Mir or Barnett (i would say AA but he is in the same camp, not sure how much they would want to fight each other). Either way i wouldn't give him one of the tier 1 HWs straight off the bat (JDS,Cain and Werdum) I'd give him a competitive fight to knock out the ring rust. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stpierrecanada Posted November 9, 2015 Report Share Posted November 9, 2015 http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Vx_HORBMysY/T7k1s0YrhMI/AAAAAAAACNo/t0bPQZpwfhA/s400/jones-vs-pole-dui.jpg 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 10, 2015 Report Share Posted November 10, 2015 Glad he is back regardless of what he has done. He is the best fighter and great to watch. I actually met Jon Jones a couple years ago at UFC in London. Of all the fighters i've met he was the most down to earth and genuinely seemed happy to have a photo with me. Maybe the fame has gone to his head, since this was before he became champion - but I know deep down he has a good heart. I haven't met him or anything but I get the sense he is a nice guy as well just from watching videos and podcasts vlogs etc just fucks up and makes the wrong decision in some cases. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLP Posted November 20, 2015 Report Share Posted November 20, 2015 He doesnt look like he can make LHW anymore. Dude got swole. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamedK Posted November 20, 2015 Report Share Posted November 20, 2015 He can he got skinny legs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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