Josh Hokit: From college football and NFL tryouts to UFC career and White House controversy
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Joshua Mbu
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Josh Hokit, a 28-year-old former Fresno State running back who went undrafted in 2020, had brief stints with the San Francisco 49ers and Arizona Cardinals before transitioning to MMA. He gained attention for fighting at the White House's Freedom 250 event and making controversial remarks about former first lady Michelle Obama.
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The 28-year-old played as a running back for Fresno State before going undrafted in 2020
He did, however, get look-ins with top NFL teams, spending time with the San Francisco 49ers and the Arizona Cardinals before leaving the s
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