NFL stars trading touchdowns for knockouts? It might be happening again.
Le’Veon Bell, former All-Pro running back and now celebrity boxing contender, is throwing his hat back into the ring — this time, calling out another NFL great, Frank Gore, for a potential bout on the Adrian Peterson vs. Joe “Baby Joe” Castaneda fight card.
Speaking exclusively to TMZ Sports this week, Bell dropped the bombshell at LAX, where he confirmed he’s actively eyeing a return to the squared circle and has his sights set on one particular name: Frank Gore.
“If it works out,” Bell told TMZ, “I would love to fight on that card. We find me a nice little opponent — maybe I fight Frank Gore!”
???? NFL Meets Boxing (Again)
Bell, known for his explosive years with the Pittsburgh Steelers, made waves when he knocked out Adrian Peterson during a past celebrity boxing match. Now, with Peterson booked for another high-profile showdown — this time against poker rival Joe “Baby Joe” Castaneda — Bell seems eager to return to the ring and keep the NFL fight night hype alive.
And what better opponent than Frank Gore?
The former 49ers star is no stranger to the boxing world. Gore made his debut in 2021, followed by another win in 2022, showing surprising technique and discipline. A Gore vs. Bell clash would pit two of the NFL’s most agile and toughest backs against each other — in an entirely new arena.
???? A Potential Undercard That Could Steal the Show
Bell’s excitement for the Peterson vs. Castaneda fight is genuine, but he’s not just attending to spectate.
“I would think AP will win this,” Bell said, referring to Peterson’s upcoming fight. “But, like I said, it’s boxing. One punch can change everything.”
Bell noted that in their previous fight, Peterson “got beaten up a bit”, hinting that his former opponent may still be vulnerable going into this next bout. The stakes are high, and if Bell vs. Gore lands on the undercard, the internet might just break.
???? In Case You Missed It: The Poker Fight That Started It All
Adrian Peterson and Joe “Baby Joe” Castaneda’s upcoming matchup stems from a now-viral May altercation. The two reportedly got into a heated fistfight during a poker game, a wild moment that ended with plans for an official boxing match later this year. Though the date remains TBD, hype around the matchup has exploded online — and Bell might just add another layer of star power to the night.
???? Gore vs. Bell? Here’s Why It Would Be Epic
- Both are NFL legends with tough, physical playing styles.
- Gore has boxing experience, while Bell has already earned a knockout win over AP.
- The fight would pit speed vs. power, youth vs. endurance.
- It could attract massive pay-per-view numbers, especially among football fans.
???? Will It Happen?
While Gore hasn’t confirmed any interest just yet, fans are already buzzing online about the potential clash. Bell seems ready, confident, and in fight shape. All that’s left is for the contracts to be drawn.
If Gore steps up, this fight could be the biggest NFL-boxing crossover yet.
???????? Who Would You Bet On?
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