Athletes on the big Screen
Known for his devastating knockouts in the UFC, this heavyweight made a surprise comedic cameo in The Hangover, punching Zach Galifianakis in the face.
Mike Tyson
In the 2009 playoffs, this player hit a game-winning three at the buzzer to beat the Orlando Magic in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals — keeping his team’s title hopes alive.
Lebron James
At WrestleMania X-Seven in 2001, the roof nearly blew off the Astrodome when this Texas native made his entrance to face The Rock in the main event.
Stone cold Steve Austin
In the 2012 rematch held in Las Vegas, this boxing legend fought Timothy Bradley for the WBO welterweight title but lost a highly controversial split decision despite knocking Bradley down and controlling much of the fight.
Manny Pacquiao
After Jorge Masvidal replaced an injured fighter on short notice at UFC 239, he knocked out this dominant opponent in just 5 seconds, setting the record for fastest KO in UFC history.
Ben Askren
This NBA star made a surprise cameo at the end of the hit comedy "AIRPLANE"
Kareem Abdul-Jabar
This team caught a missed field goal and returned it to get an upset win against this team
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When this fighter returned after nearly a decade away to face Donald Cerrone at UFC 246, the crowd at T-Mobile Arena erupted before the fight even started
Connor Mcgregor
At UFC 282 (2022), this Russian light‑heavyweight fought Jan Błachowicz to a controversial split‑draw; one judge’s card for him sparked debate over vacant‑title scor
Magomed Ankalev
This quarterback stepped in for an injured Peyton Manning during the 2015 season and helped lead the Denver Broncos deep into the playoffs.
Brock Osweiler
Before laying down ground-and-pound in the UFC, this Irish superstar voiced a character named “Ramrock” in the 2023 animated film Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem.
Connor Mcgregor
This college legend hit a miraculous 3-pointer to win the 2016 NCAA Championship for Villanova as time expired.
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In the 2012 NFL Divisional Round, Tim Tebow threw an 80-yard touchdown pass to Demaryius Thomas in overtime against the Baltimore Ravens, which sent the Denver crowd into a frenzy.
Tim Tebow
In UFC 88, this future lightweight champion and jersey native lost a split decision to Clay Guida in a fight many believed he won thanks to his striking and control.
Frankie Edgar
This NBA backup center was thrust into starting duties during the 2019 playoffs and became a key part of the Toronto Raptors’ first-ever NBA Championship.
Sergie Ibaka
In the 1999 cult football film Any Given Sunday, this real-life NFL linebacker played a fictional Miami Shark, bringing authenticity to the hard-hitting scenes
Lawrence Taylor
Before becoming a 2x NBA MVP, this player hit a 37-foot game-winner to eliminate the Thunder in the first round of the 2019 playoffs — then waved them goodbye.
Damian Lillard
At UFC 100, when this legendary fighter made his entrance, the sold-out crowd at the Mandalay Bay erupted with chants of “U-S-A! U-S-A!”
Brock Lesnar
In their 2001 heavyweight rematch, this boxer lost a controversial split decision to Lennox Lewis. The fight was marked by intense exchanges, with both fighters landing heavy punches and showing incredible toughness, but many fans and analysts felt he did enough to win or at least deserve a draw.
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This MLB backup catcher played a key role in the 2016 Chicago Cubs’ historic World Series win, providing clutch hitting and defense.
David Ross
This wrestler who once went on a 15 year undefeated streak This French wrestling giant portrayed Fezzik in the 1987 fantasy classic The Princess Bride.
Andre the Giant
This Rams kicker hit a 48-yard game-winner in Super Bowl LVI with 1:25 left on the clock, clinching the franchise’s first title since 1999.
Matt Gay
In the 2015 AFC Championship Game, this quarterback led the Kansas City Chiefs on a game-winning drive against the Patriots, securing their first AFC title in 20 years.
Alex Smith
Wrestling fans around the world were shocked over the decision for the undertakers undefeated WrestleMania streak to come to an end to this fighter
Brock Lesnar
This backup goalie famously stepped in during the 2014 Stanley Cup Playoffs for the LA Kings and helped them capture the Stanley Cup.
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