Riddle Responds to Dana's "Moron" Comment |
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Matthew Riddle was released from his UFC contract after failing a drug test at the recent UFC on FUEL 7 event in London, England.
Riddle, a medical marijuana user, tested positive for cannabis and had his win over Che Mills declared a no contest. He was then returned to the regional leagues, which he declared himself to be happy with because he “didn’t like the direction the UFC is going in anyway”.
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Post #1 3/21/13 2:11:26PM
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He kind of has a point. When Riddle said that it was obvious it was a joke and he's right about cutting people for smoking weed and keeping guys like Belfort whos a known drugs cheat.
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Post #2 3/21/13 2:14:10PM
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Posted by SmileR
He kind of has a point. When Riddle said that it was obvious it was a joke and he's right about cutting people for smoking weed and keeping guys like Belfort whos a known drugs cheat.
Somewhat, but it isn't just reefer madness. Caceres and Peewee are still with the UFC as far as I know. It's more of an arbitrary decision that can be said to have originated from a failed test, but a failed test of any kind doesn't mean a fighter will be cut.
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Post #3 3/21/13 2:19:32PM
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jae_1833
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Riddle said blantanly that he would not stop using a banned substance. The other guys played the game...who understands business? It's PR and HR people, not hard to keep a job!
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Post #4 3/21/13 2:38:05PM
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NE-1
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While I respect Dana White for what he's done with the UFC. I do look forward to the day when there's a legitimate business person as the face of the UFC's management.
Anyone that hurls the F bomb at will and refers to their former employees as morons (at least publicly anyway) comes across as a loose cannon. The effects of which are alienating potential investors and fans. As an executive and head of a business the ability to receive criticism and remained thick skinned is paramount.
But "playing" with Dana White is comparable to playing back-yard baseball with you're friends when you're 6. If he disagrees with something he's going to throw a tantrum, take his ball, and go home. Time to put on your big boy pants Mr. White.
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Post #5 3/21/13 2:39:55PM
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ThaAxeMurderer7
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Posted by NE-1
While I respect Dana White for what he's done with the UFC. I do look forward to the day when there's a legitimate business person as the face of the UFC's management.
Anyone that hurls the F bomb at will and refers to their former employees as morons (at least publicly anyway) comes across as a loose cannon. The effects of which are alienating potential investors and fans. As an executive and head of a business the ability to receive criticism and remained thick skinned is paramount.
But "playing" with Dana White is comparable to playing back-yard baseball with you're friends when you're 6. If he disagrees with something he's going to throw a tantrum, take his ball, and go home. Time to put on your big boy pants Mr. White.
Couldn't agree more. Great post!
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Post #6 3/21/13 3:11:36PM
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Never burn your bridges in life as far as jobs go. Riddle did.
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Post #7 3/21/13 3:14:50PM
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Hammer of the Gods
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Very true. My grandpa had a saying "No matter how much ill you think of someone, it's never worth letting them know." Riddle could have just put together a quick win or two and been right back in as soon as someone on a mid-card got hurt. Now it'll take a herculean effort to erase that comment.
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Post #8 3/21/13 3:18:46PM
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BillsNewAccount
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Had Riddle been a good bro and banged with Che they would have kept him around. Utilizing your wrestling is very un-bro.
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Post #9 3/21/13 4:30:43PM
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tallica62
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Posted by Shawn91111
Never burn your bridges in life as far as jobs go. Riddle did.
Normally I would agree, but if you search the ancient texts, there's some guy by the name of Tito Ortiz...
bottom line, all I know is to never ever believe anything Dana White says... Tito and Ronda would agree
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Post #10 3/21/13 6:28:07PM
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Posted by tallica62
Posted by Shawn91111
Never burn your bridges in life as far as jobs go. Riddle did.
Normally I would agree, but if you search the ancient texts, there's some guy by the name of Tito Ortiz...
bottom line, all I know is to never ever believe anything Dana White says... Tito and Ronda would agree
If you are valuable to your employer's competitor, there is a little wiggle room. Riddle holds no major value to anyone and is therefore not an exception to the rule, like Tito was.
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It's still a rule to never break though. Ask Tito how his career wrapped up and how the fighter management business is going.
Last edited 3/21/13 6:43PM by grappler0000
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Post #11 3/21/13 6:41:05PM
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REBEL WITH A CAUSE
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Posted by grappler0000
Posted by tallica62
Posted by Shawn91111
Never burn your bridges in life as far as jobs go. Riddle did.
Normally I would agree, but if you search the ancient texts, there's some guy by the name of Tito Ortiz...
bottom line, all I know is to never ever believe anything Dana White says... Tito and Ronda would agree
If you are valuable to your employer's competitor, there is a little wiggle room. Riddle holds no major value to anyone and is therefore not an exception to the rule, like Tito was.
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It's still a rule to never break though. Ask Tito how his career wrapped up and how the fighter management business is going.
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Post #12 3/21/13 6:46:44PM
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scpd400
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I don't like the use of marijuana but why don't they test announcer joe. I would love to see him get replaced.
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Post #13 3/21/13 7:00:28PM
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Sir_Karl
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Riddle will more than likely regret making those comments.
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Post #14 3/21/13 7:52:10PM
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Posted by scpd400
I don't like the use of marijuana but why don't they test announcer joe. I would love to see him get replaced.
Joe doesn't need to be licensed by the AC, otherwise Anik and Florini would be the main broadcast duo
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