“The heavyweight division is so devoid of talent. Gable Steveson is the f**king guy, that's the guy. He is not even in the UFC yet. Olympic gold medalist, f**king freak athlete, 250 pounds, moves like a cat. I sent a text message to Dana White, I sent a video of Gable's last fight, I said 'everyone's f**ked everyone's f**ked when this guy comes out,' he KO'd this guy with his left hand and took him down as he was knocked down”

– speaking on The Joe Rogan Podcast, strongly praising Gable Steveson's potential and athleticism, suggesting he is the future star of the UFC heavyweight division.