Lights Out Extreme Fighting (LXF) is a unique entry point for athletes transitioning from other sports to mixed martial arts (MMA). Founded by former NFL player Shawne Merriman, LXF has become a prominent presence in combat sports. LXF 12, featuring a six-fight main card, will be streamed live on FuboTV. Learn more about LXF’s vision and their goal to be a legitimate group for UFC to recruit from.
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Lights Out Extreme Fighting (LXF) is making waves in the world of combat sports. Founded by former NFL player Shawne Merriman, LXF has become a prominent platform for athletes transitioning from other sports to mixed martial arts (MMA). LXF 12, set to take place at Thunder Studios in Long Beach, will feature a six-fight main card with professionals and a five-fight undercard with amateurs. The event will be streamed live on FuboTV, showcasing the growth of LXF’s audience since their partnership in 2021. Merriman’s vision for LXF is to provide opportunities for young fighters and be at the forefront of the successful transition of former football players to MMA in the coming years.
As a former All Pro linebacker with the San Diego Chargers, Shawne Merriman discovered his passion for mixed martial arts (MMA) training during the NFL off-season. Now, at the age of 39, Merriman has founded the Lights Out Extreme Fighting (LXF) tour, which has become a prominent presence in combat sports . LXF 12 is set to take place at Thunder Studios in Long Beach, featuring a six-fight main card with professionals and a five-fight undercard with amateurs. The event will be streamed live on FuboTV, showcasing the growth of LXF’s audience since their partnership in 2021. Merriman’s vision for LXF is to serve as a platform for athletes transitioning from other sports to MMA, expanding the talent pool and providing opportunities for young fighters. With the goal of becoming a legitimate group for UFC to recruit from, LXF aims to be at the forefront of the successful transition of former football players to MMA in the coming years.
