DOUBL3 COVERAGE PODCAST

Episode: Rampage Jackson CRASHES OUT on N3on, Reminisces On His Legendary Career And Shares Untold Stories
Hosts: N3on, Mystic Zach
Guest: Quinton “Rampage” Jackson
Date: October 9, 2025

Overview

This episode spotlights MMA legend and former UFC champion Quinton "Rampage" Jackson as he joins N3on and Mystic Zach for a candid, hilarious, and nostalgic ride. Rampage doesn’t hold back: he teases the hosts, sheds light on untold stories from his fighting and acting career, and shares reflections on changing eras in MMA. The show then pivots to the usual high-energy NFL talk, gambling picks, and the dynamic chemistry between co-hosts.

Key Segments and Insights

1. Rampage Jackson Enters the Building

• [00:29–02:13]
  • Rampage’s Entrance: Light-hearted banter immediately erupts as Rampage teases N3on for being late—"God damn. This boy always late, man." (Rampage, [01:10])
  • Traffic & Backstory: The group jokes about LA traffic and N3on’s previous visit to Rampage’s house.
  • Arranged Marriage Gags: Running joke about N3on marrying Rampage’s daughter—"I wanted my daughter to marry him, but, you know, he's not as rich as I thought he was." (Rampage, [01:47])

2. Legends & Untold Stories: Peak UFC Era and “The A-Team”

• [02:05–08:51]
  • Fight Game Reflections:
    • Unification Achievement: Rampage laments how his achievement as the first to unify PRIDE and UFC titles is underrated—"I'm the first person in MMA to unify the belts, but...they gave that title to Anderson Silva, and he did it after me." (Rampage, [02:33])
    • OG MMA Rules: Stories from the wild west days of PRIDE—"I'd probably been undefeated. No rules. You could headbutt back then!" (Rampage, [03:33])
    • Street Fighting Roots: "I grew up fighting on the street. It was no rules on the street, and that’s where I got my experience from." (Rampage, [03:43])
  • Relationship with Police: Rampage candidly shares how his career improved his rapport with police, contrasting it with past experiences.
  • A-Team Movie & Career Shift:
    • Rampage on Acting: "I'm an actor. I was an actor." (Rampage, [05:56])
    • Falling-Out with UFC: He recounts how starring in "The A-Team" cost him favor with Dana White and UFC brass, possibly halting his acting career: "UFC wasn't happy that I did that movie … I think that's why people didn't see me in any more movies after that." (Rampage, [08:04])
    • Being Starstruck: Rampage admits he’d still geek out over meeting Mr. T.

3. NFL, Betting, and Sports Talk

• [10:00–27:22]
  • NFL Highlights and Surprises: The duo reacts to the week’s wildest games, including shockers from the Eagles, Texans, and Patriots.
    • "The Eagles ran the ball just six times...I was in disbelief." (Mystic Zach, [11:23])
    • "Shout out to Stephon Diggs, he went insane, got revenge." (Mystic Zach, [13:39])
  • Player Talk: Praise for Puka Nacua, Matthew Stafford, and updates on stars like Tank Dell, Cam Ward, and Geno Smith.
  • Fantasy & Betting Banter:
    • Recaps of good and bad fantasy moves and betting advice.
    • "If you don't like to [parlay], that's how my book is able to sponsor us." (Zach, [25:07])
  • Football Fashion Segment: Humorous critique and flex of outfits and watches.

4. Game Picks & Handicapping

• [20:19–27:22]
  • Rapid-Fire Predictions: Insightful and confident betting picks for upcoming NFL matchups (Eagles-Giants, Cowboys-Panthers, Seahawks-Jaguars, Rams-Ravens, Lions-Chiefs).
  • Clashing Opinions: Light debates between N3on and Zach over spreads and teams.
    • "I might go...Cowboys minus nine and a half, bro.” (N3on, [22:21])
  • Mystic Insights: Zach offers handicapping rationale, emphasizing the dangers of parlays.

5. Memorable Quotes & Banter

• [Throughout]
  • Rampage, on old school fighting:
    • "You just don't know who was number one back in those days... so that was very necessary for them to unify those two belts." ([02:50])
  • On police:
    • “If you don't lie to cops, you keep it 100...they see a lot of fed up s all day.” (Rampage, [04:09])
  • On Mr. T:
    • "If Mr. T came here right now, I'd go, oh, God, that's Mr. T.” ([08:32])
  • N3on, on betting:
    • "It's guaranteed, okay? You're gonna win money. You're not gonna lose. Just bet and, you know, whatever happens, happens. You can't die with your money. So just spend it." ([10:56])
  • On betting picks:
    • “You almost getting better. Yeah, you’re getting better. We the best. We went nine and one.” (Zach, [20:45])
  • On team struggles:
    • “The Ravens are not it at all. Nothing about them is it.” (Zach, [26:49])
  • Fashion Flex, Zach:
    • "These are the holy grails here. Pharrell Williams, Louis Camo. Make me extra tall so I can, you know, look better next to Rampage..." ([29:01])

Notable Moments & Timestamps

• [01:10]: Rampage jabs at N3on for his habitual tardiness.
• [02:33]: Rampage calls out the UFC and media for ignoring his historical unification of the titles.
• [03:33]: The crew laughs over how no-holds-barred MMA used to be; Rampage boasts he’d be undefeated under no rules.
• [05:01–05:22]: Rampage recounts being handcuffed for 13 hours, leaving purple bruises.
• [05:56–06:51]: The crew debates Rampage’s forgotten pop culture moment in "The A-Team" and the generational gap in TV/movie knowledge.
• [08:04]: Rampage explains UFC’s cold shoulder after he accepted the "A-Team" movie instead of fighting Rashad Evans.
• [08:38]: Rampage confesses to being a massive Mr. T fan.
• [13:04]: Zach points out Matthew Stafford’s overlooked greatness—"Stafford was the quarterback for all three [legendary WR seasons]."
• [16:06]: Zach questions Stephon Diggs’ mindset, referencing off-field drama.
• [20:45]: Hosts celebrate a nine-and-one record on picks.
• [26:49]: Zach emphatically trashes the current Ravens squad.
• [29:01]: My-fit segment — Zach flexes his exclusive sneakers.

Tone and Atmosphere

The episode maintains the Doubl3 Coverage signature blend—irreverent, quick-witted, and sometimes gloriously off-topic. Rampage’s authentic blend of candor and humor fits perfectly with N3on and Zach’s rapid-fire style, making MMA talk both accessible and entertaining. Even as the show shifts to technical football debates and betting odds, the back-and-forth stays full of jokes, trash-talk, and self-deprecating humor.

Summary

Whether for die-hard MMA fans, NFL addicts, or those who just appreciate top-tier banter, this episode delivers. Rampage Jackson provides a rare, unfiltered glimpse into what it meant to be an MMA star in both the wild PRIDE days and the UFC era. His foray into acting and the resulting rift with UFC bosses offers fascinating "what could have been" moments. The familiar Double Coverage sports analysis and betting picks round out a lively, seamless episode where legends and live odds collide.