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Former NFL Star Jim Ellis: From Gridiron to Boxing Ring

4/14/2025

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Jim Kevin Ellis, a former NFL player for the Los Angeles Raiders, transitioned to boxing in 1989, amassing an impressive record of 16 victories. His journey took a challenging turn in 1991 when he faced the legendary George Foreman, suffering a TKO loss. Ellis hung up his gloves after battling Shannon Briggs in 1994, marking the end of an era.

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Story summary

Jim Kevin Ellis, a former NFL player for the Los Angeles Raiders, transitioned to boxing in 1989, amassing an impressive record of 16 victories. His journey took a challenging turn in 1991 when he faced the legendary George Foreman, suffering a TKO loss. Ellis hung up his gloves after battling Shannon Briggs in 1994, marking the end of an era.