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Dillon Danis Gets Roasted by Fans After Falling Late in GFL Draft
Dillon Danis, a polarizing figure in the combat sports world, found himself at the center of ridicule during the Global Fight League (GFL) 2025 Draft in Miami, Florida, on Friday night (Jan. 24). Despite being a decorated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner, Danis slid down the draft boards, ultimately being picked up by Team New York in the later rounds—a far cry from the fanfare surrounding other athletes in the draft.
What should’ve been a moment of triumph for Danis turned into a social media roast session, as fans and commentators alike mercilessly mocked his selection—or lack thereof.
From Bellator to Burger King?
Danis hasn’t competed under MMA rules since 2019, when he defeated Max Humphrey at Bellator 222. Since then, his career has been more about Twitter beefs than actual competition. His most recent foray into combat sports—a chaotic boxing match against Logan Paul in October 2023—ended in disqualification after a failed attempt to submit Paul in the ring.
Danis’ inactivity and reputation as a social media troll have made him an easy target for criticism. MMA reporter Ariel Helwani took to Twitter with a tongue-in-cheek post about Danis’ draft struggles:
“Source: Dillon Danis continues to fall on everyone’s draft board. Unclear if he is still sitting in the green room surrounded by loved ones at this time.”
The tweet opened the floodgates for fans to pile on with their own jabs:
“He was drafted by Burger King as a cashier, I believe.”
“I heard Pizza Hut drafted him in the first round.”
“To be fair, what do they have to go on? There are many fighters with real credentials and resumes. Dillon fought twice for Bellator like 6 years ago against people without Wikipedia links lol he’s not a fighter.”
A Career of Missed Opportunities
While Danis boasts legitimate grappling accolades, his lack of activity in the MMA world has severely hurt his credibility. His constant online feuds have kept him relevant, but fans argue they’ve done little to cement his place as a true fighter.
One commenter summed it up perfectly:
“They saw him box and realized he’s unathletic as f—k! He’s weak. He had zero chin and he’s a p—-y! He couldn’t beat a f—king trash can in the streets.”
The harsh reception underscores a broader sentiment in the MMA community: the sport rewards action, not antics. Danis’ draft placement and the fan response are reflections of a career that’s leaned more on controversy than competition.
What’s Next for Danis?
Though Danis has secured a spot on Team New York, his road to redemption in the GFL won’t be easy. Fans are already questioning whether he’ll show up, let alone succeed, in a league filled with fighters who have proven their worth.
To silence the doubters, Danis needs to shift his focus from Twitter to the cage. Otherwise, his stint in the GFL might be remembered as just another chapter in a career overshadowed by what could’ve been.
As one fan aptly put it:
“The bouncer that choked him out still available?”
Danis has a lot to prove—if he can stop trolling long enough to fight.
What do you think of Danis’ GFL future? Is the criticism warranted, or is it time for fans to give him a break? Let us know in the comments!