Josh Hokit: From NFL Fullback to UFC Heavyweight

Josh Hokit’s athletic journey spans elite college football and wrestling, a brief NFL stint, and a thriving undefeated MMA career. The Fresno State captain and 2× All-American wrestler signed as an undrafted free agent with the San Francisco 49ers in 2020, later joining the Arizona Cardinals’ practice squad in August 2022 before being waived five days later. Source 1 Never appearing in a regular-season game, Hokit left the league to pursue professional fighting and quickly earned a UFC heavyweight contract. Source 5 He now boasts a 9-0 professional record and markets himself as “The Incredible Hok,” using Instagram (@theincredible_hok, 245 K followers) to criticize the NFL. Source 7

FAQ

1. Did Josh Hokit ever play in an NFL regular-season game? No.
2. What is Josh Hokit’s current MMA record? 9-0.
3. Why did Hokit leave the NFL for the UFC? To pursue professional fighting.
4. Which teams did Hokit sign with during his NFL career? San Francisco 49ers and Arizona Cardinals.
5. How many social-media followers does “The Incredible Hok” have? 245 K on Instagram.
6. What college did Josh Hokit attend and what sports did he play? Fresno State; football and wrestling.