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MLC 10
September 3rd 2017
Las Vegas, Nevada
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FIGHT NIGHT 5
MLC 10
Pressers
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Johnny Manning talks life, rumors, fight with Ryan Jeter, Luis Martinez, and more
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Topic Started: Jun 24 2015, 09:55 PM (181 Views)
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Seth Franco
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Jun 24 2015, 09:55 PM
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Johnny Manning talks life, rumors, fight with Ryan Jeter, Luis Martinez, and more
Video opens up with Johnny Manning standing infront of Seth Franco. The video was made on June 24, 2015 around the afternoon at the Las Vegas Convention Center where the Press Conference and Weigh-Ins will take place.
[SETH FRANCO:] Johnny Manning. You're pretty unknown in the MMA world right now. You're still pretty fresh, but really. For an unknown guy, you got a draw. How does that go for you?
[JOHNNY MANNING:] It's pretty sweet man. I met some crazy people already. I met, um, Carter Shields earlier today. That was pretty cool meeting the Vice President. But some people know me from my old fights back in Washington. So it's pretty cool coming to Vegas to meet everyone truly. This is actually my first time in Vegas. Very surreal. Blessed to be here man.
[SETH FRANCO:] So how's it feel to transition from little pro fights now to the bigger leagues such as MLC? Are you surprised you started out in MLC and not in the NFA?
[JOHNNY MANNING:] Ah, not surprised really. Jesse Lewis saw my videos and saw who I was. He actually contacted my trainer, Bruno, and said that he wanted me in the MLC. I was humbled and ready when I heard.
[SETH FRANCO:] When did you get the call?
[JOHNNY MANNING:] I wanna say after MLC 1. I was told they wanted to sign for a multi-fight contract that would start on MLC 3 and I immediately accepted. I was told I believe April 19th that I was going to be facing Ryan Jeter on June 27th here in Vegas. I was crazy excited and immediately went headfirst into training. Went on some hiking trips. Really smoothing in there trying to improve my cardio, y'know?
[SETH FRANCO:] So did you know of Ryan Jeter when you got the call? And what do you think of him?
[JOHNNY MANNING:] Actually I know little of him. I know he was a professional wrestler, but not exactly really known. I watched his fight from MLC 1 and really caught onto the mistakes he was producing. Was not prepared in my opinion. But what do I think of him? Well, it's kinda hard to really say anything. He has no certified trainer and no team. He comes in with some coaches, but that just means anyone. He doesn't have a legit strategy. I don't even know where he trains. No one does. Do I believe that's going to hurt him in the long run? I believe so. Nothing against him. I think Ryan Jeter is a good guy. But he isn't really thinking with his head. But like I said before. I don't really care who he is. And I'll put him on a longer hiatus after this.
[SETH FRANCO:] Now there's some rumors revolving around you. There's been recent photos of like you hanging with Heather Stevens. Anything around that?
[JOHNNY MANNING:] Haha, nah. Nothing is going between us. We just became friends. I met her best friend today, Karina King. It's nothing going on. People act like men and women can't hang out without a relationship forming.
[SETH FRANCO:] So you mention this is your first time in Vegas.
[JOHNNY MANNING:] Yes.
[SETH FRANCO:] How do you like it so far? Do you believe MLC should of stayed in New Jersey? Because, there are a few fans I've seen online protest that New Jersey was where the genesis started and it should stay there.
[JOHNNY MANNING:] I think it was a good move by MLC. It's like a child turning into an adult. When you get bigger, you move. Vegas has a lot of MMA tradition, so it's only inevitable that MLC would of moved their big time events here. I know that NFA is in the Jersey City University's auditorium. So, I mean. Technically, we're still giving back there.
[SETH FRANCO:] What are your thoughts of MLC ever going to New York? Given that New York might finally lift the ban on professional MMA fights. Do you think MLC should ever go to New York?
[JOHNNY MANNING:] I think it's a good idea. I know we have a huge fanbase in the Northeastern area. Um, the Headquarters is there for crying out loud. So, it's pretty cool. But yeah I think having a fight there would be nice. I've only been to New York once when I signed my contract.
[SETH FRANCO:] Now, like so many. People were "welcomed" with two new MLC signees, the Martinez brothers.
Johnny chuckles.
[SETH FRANCO:] They've already went crazy about everything. Going off on random people. What's your thoughts on that? And what do you think of Luis Martinez throwing a remark at you? Here's the tweet.

[JOHNNY MANNING:] Yeah, I heard about them. I didn't really look at the tweets, because I don't have twitter. I'm not a big social media guy. But, yeah someone showed me their tweets and the way I've deciphered it. They're nothing more than just a bunch of people reaching for the lights. Grasping anything they can to make a point. Get their name out there. Stuff like that. They aren't any threat really. Luis Martinez?
Johnny waves it off.
[JOHNNY MANNING:] If he wants to keep talking shit, let him. He wants to embarrass himself, if he hasn't already, and want his first fight against me at MLC 4? Let him. I'll punch him straight dead in the face and knock his fucking nose off. He can keep saying anything he wants. He's nothing more than just a pansy. Him and his brother. Marco had no reason to call out Marissa Kane or Tyler Mercer. Marissa Kane would fucking murder Marco. And Tyler? Well, Tyler has his chance at MLC 4. The rape comments against Marissa was really foul. I know a lot of people, including me, were not very understanding why MLC signed these guys. But if you want to know the truth? I think Jesse signed these guys so one of us can show them a lesson.
[SETH FRANCO:] So almost like a Bully Beatdown?
[JOHNNY MANNING:] Exactly like that. So if Luis wants to keep talking shit. Let him. I'll fucking break him.
[SETH FRANCO:] Well, thanks for your time Mr. Manning. And good luck in your fight on Saturday.
[JOHNNY MANNING:] Thank you.
Video fades.
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