Who Is Jake Woodley?
Jake Woodley is an American professional mixed martial artist competing in the middleweight division. Known for his NCAA Division I wrestling background and rapidly improving striking, Woodley has emerged as one of Legacy Fighting Alliance’s top prospects after recording the fastest knockout in LFA history.
On June 19, 2026, Woodley stopped David Wright in just four seconds at LFA 235 with a devastating overhand right, instantly earning national attention and placing himself firmly on the radar of UFC matchmakers.
As of June 2026, Woodley owns an 8-1 professional MMA record and rides a four-fight winning streak.
Jake Woodley Fighter Information
| Stats | Info |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Jake Woodley |
| Nickname | N/A |
| Born | United States |
| Birthplace | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
| Nationality | American |
| Height | 6’0″ (183 cm) |
| Division | Middleweight |
| Record | 8-1 |
| Team | Orange County Regional Training Center |
| Manager | TNT Sports Management |
| @wood_bone |
What Is Jake Woodley Known For?
Woodley is best known for combining elite collegiate wrestling with an increasingly dangerous striking game.
Although wrestling laid the foundation of his combat sports career, he has steadily developed into a complete mixed martial artist capable of finishing opponents on the feet, on the ground, or by decision.
His biggest career moment came at LFA 235 when he knocked out David Wright just four seconds into the opening round, setting the fastest finish in Legacy Fighting Alliance history.
The knockout immediately became one of the fastest finishes ever seen in modern MMA.
Jake Woodley’s Wrestling Background
Long before entering professional MMA, Woodley established himself as one of Oklahoma University’s top wrestlers.
Competing at 197 pounds, he became an NCAA Division I All-American and earned multiple Academic All-Big 12 honors while wrestling for the Oklahoma Sooners.
Across five collegiate seasons, Woodley compiled an impressive 88-42 career record, defeating numerous nationally ranked opponents while consistently qualifying for the NCAA Championships.
Among his accomplishments are:
- NCAA Division I All-American
- Four-time NCAA Championship qualifier
- Michigan State Open Champion
- Three-time Academic All-Big 12 selection
- NWCA Scholar All-American
- 2020 UWW Junior National Champion
- 2019 U23 National Champion
His wrestling pedigree continues to serve as one of the strongest foundations in his MMA career.
Jake Woodley’s MMA Career
Woodley made his professional MMA debut in 2023 after transitioning from collegiate wrestling.
Since then, he has steadily climbed the regional rankings, competing primarily for Legacy Fighting Alliance (LFA), one of the UFC’s premier developmental promotions.
His professional victories include knockouts, submissions, and decision wins, highlighting his versatility as a middleweight prospect.
As of June 2026, his professional record stands at:
8 Wins
- 3 by KO/TKO
- 1 by Submission
- 4 by Decision
1 Loss
- Submission
Fastest Knockout in LFA History
Woodley’s breakout moment came at LFA 235.
Facing David Wright in the co-main event, Woodley landed a perfectly timed overhand right almost immediately after the opening bell.
The referee instantly recognized Wright was unconscious and stopped the contest at 0:04 of Round One, officially making it the fastest knockout in Legacy Fighting Alliance history.
The finish quickly spread across social media and instantly elevated Woodley’s profile among MMA fans.
Fighting Style
Woodley is a pressure-oriented middleweight who uses his wrestling to dictate where fights take place.
Rather than relying solely on takedowns, he has become increasingly comfortable exchanging on the feet, mixing heavy right hands with strong positional control once the fight reaches the mat.
His collegiate wrestling background allows him to scramble well, defend takedowns, and maintain dominant positions during grappling exchanges.
As his striking continues to improve, Woodley is becoming a more complete mixed martial artist capable of finishing fights in multiple ways.
Professional MMA Record
| Result | Opponent | Event | Method |
| Win | David Wright | LFA 235 | KO (0:04 R1) |
| Win | Shane Sobnosky | LFA 230 | Unanimous Decision |
| Win | Adland Benson | LFA 223 | TKO |
| Win | David Gladfelter | LFA 211 | Unanimous Decision |
| Loss | James Romero | LFA 198 | Submission |
| Win | Oseyiomon Oiyemhonlan | LFA 184 | Rear-Naked Choke |
| Win | Angel Ramirez | LXF 13 | Unanimous Decision |
| Win | Daniel McWilliams | LXF 12 | TKO |
| Win | Andrew Curran | XKO 63 | Unanimous Decision |
Is Jake Woodley Signed to the UFC?
No.
As of June 2026, Woodley competes for Legacy Fighting Alliance.
However, LFA has produced dozens of future UFC fighters, and his record-setting knockout at LFA 235 has significantly increased speculation that a UFC opportunity could be on the horizon.
Jake Woodley’s Future
At just nine professional fights into his MMA career, Woodley has already shown the qualities that often lead to bigger opportunities.
An elite wrestling résumé, improving striking, and one of the most memorable knockouts in LFA history have made him one of the promotion’s most intriguing middleweight prospects.
If he continues his current trajectory, Woodley could soon find himself competing on MMA’s biggest stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jake Woodley’s MMA record?
Jake Woodley holds an 8-1 professional MMA record.
What weight class does Jake Woodley fight in?
He competes in the middleweight division (185 pounds).
Where does Jake Woodley train?
Woodley trains with the Orange County Regional Training Center in California.
What is Jake Woodley’s wrestling background?
He is an NCAA Division I All-American who wrestled for the University of Oklahoma and compiled an 88-42 collegiate record.
Why is Jake Woodley famous?
Woodley gained widespread attention after knocking out David Wright in just four seconds at LFA 235, setting the fastest knockout in Legacy Fighting Alliance history.
Is Jake Woodley in the UFC?
No. As of June 2026, he competes for Legacy Fighting Alliance but is considered a legitimate UFC prospect.
