I am Forrest Griffin, UFC Hall of Famer and former champ & author. AMA!

Would you rather fight an Alistair Overeem sized Demetrious Johnson or 3 Demetrious Johnson sized Alistair Overeems?

edit: Thanks for the gold random redditor! Without context, I bet Forrest thinks reddit is weirder than Diego Sanchez at a post fight interview.

Did you take your pills today? Or are you just smoking weed?

Forrest, my wife and I met you in Fresno right after Got Fight was released. It was her birthday and her being star struck when you gave her birthday was the cutest thing I ever did see. Not that I expect you to remember us, but I wanted to share that we won't forget it. We have always liked you for your awesome attitude, even in times of defeat. You were never trying to be someone else. You always felt like someone we had known for years and not an untouchable celebrity. We will still have the pictures we all took together framed and in the open. Not hiding. :o) Whatever you do, we wish you the best. Hopefully we will run into you again someday.

I'm only replying to this so more people will see it, it's a great compliment to me!

Hey Forrest!

So, my name is also Forrest. I live in Ireland, and I have never met another Forrest here. In all the countries I have traveled to - not a single Forrest.

My question is: How much do you hate that fucking movie? You know the one...

I like it because I enjoy running as seen in my fights.

If you could fight one historical figure, who would it be?

Whoever invented math!

Have you ever walked away from someone picking a fight with you?

Yes, this guy slapped me in a bar for no reason and I was in the process of getting my background check for the police dept so just walked out. I really wanted to hit that guy!

Forrest, I heard you had your arm broken in a match then still won with your other arm. Is this true? I hope this is true.. Edit... Misspelled his name... fml

It is true, I also won a atch with one arm dislocated - like out of socket!

Is there a chance for a 3rd book? I love your first 2. Oh and.. Have you ever farted on someone while grappling?

No third book, the first two were too perfect so won't bother with a third! And no on the farting, I'm not a disgusting animal like yourself!

Whats your favourite bout ever??

No brainer. TUF 1! No shit right?!

What is your favorite book that you have read?

To Kill a Mocking Bird and Fight Club.

Dude, what's the most extreme diet you've ever tried but will never try again?

I did the cabbage soup diet for 5 days where you literally eat nothing but cabbage soup for 5 days.

Hi Forest! Huge fan since the first TUF, was wondering your thoughts on the recent TRT ban? It seems like a majority of fighters Will use PEDs if they are LEGAL, how do you think this affects the sport?

Most good fighters don't use drugs, they use genetics. All the guys that I thought were taking drugs eventually failed a drug test which makes me think the system works.

Hey Forest, Thanks for the AMA

Did you do anything outrageous with the UFC Light Heavyweight belt when you had it?

My little brother causally wore it around town to the grocery store.

who had the best fight with a door in the TUF house?

I think me and Chris both had good fights with doors but I have to give Leben the decision on that.

Hey Forrest, how often do people confuse you with Josh Hartnett?

Not near as often as I'd like.

What's the hardest part about being Forrest Griffin?

The self loathing really

What is your opinion on Ronda Rousey and women's ultimate fighting?

And is her success (or anyone's, for that matter) more due to ability? Or press received for being, say, photogenic? Is this ultimately good or bad for the sport? Thanks!

I wasn't big on it at first because I didn't think the talented level was the same but the growth of MMA has caused the talent level to rise thus making the fights better. Now I'm a big fan!

Do you still have that bad ass leather jacket you wore in season 1 of the ultimate fighter?

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/sl/c/c8/Brad_pitt_fight_club.jpg

I sure as shit do! I got that leather jacket as I moved into an abandoned apartment and it was left there

Hey Forrest, I love you man. I've read your books, and (as most people) refer to your TuF fight with Stephan Bonnar as the greatest fight of all time. I have no questions, just wanted to say you are awesome.

I have to disagree with you on that one.

When you used to be a police officer, were there any moments that made your MMA-self proud? Meaning, was there ever a time you ever got to man-handle a criminal?

When I was a cop I threw the best Thai kick of my life and knocked a guy head over heels. It was pretty awesome.... I told him to stop!

What is the strangest interaction you have ever had with a fan?

I once took a picture with somebody while I was taking a piss. It was uncomfortable!

GSP vs Hendricks. Who won that fight in your opinion?

I think the fans won cos it was a great fight.

Hey Forrest. I've only read your second book (too cheap to buy the first one) but it was hands down one of the funniest yet informative books I've read. Ever thought about starring in a movie with Rich Franklin as a classic good twin-bad twin flick? Sorry, it's way too early for me and couldn't think of a better question to ask.

I was thinking we could do a remake of Step Brothers!

My ex girlfriend is from Augusta. My understanding is that you are too. She claims that you got in a fight on her front yard and her dad came out and broke it up. This would have been sometime around 2003 or 2004, something like that. Maybe earlier, I think it was when you were in high school.

Do you have any memory of that or was she full of shit?

It's also entirely possible that you got in lots of fights in lots of front yards and have no way to figure out which time I'm referring to.

That happened in 95, I think the statute of limitations is up bitch!

Hey Forrest,

Who would you say the toughest opponent you faced in UFC was?

Thanks!

Yes, why thankyou for asking I've always wanted a talking dog.

What was with the hair cut on The Ultimate Fighter 1?

Boredom, which is the reason behind a lot of bad decisions.

Favorite Food now that your retired and weight is not a issue? Also what was your toughest Training Camp! What was your first feelings when you won the belt! You were the most exciting Fighter the UFC ever had! Thanks for getting your face beaten in for our entertainment!

My favorite food is sugar and weight's not been a problem, the less I do the skinnier I get.

Hey Forrest. Clearly you are a beast and champion dominant people smasher. You know it and I I know it but.....have you ever been tested to see how much ape DNA is coursing through your veins? Because, I mean, come on....thanks for the years of entertainment, much respect to the training and dedication.

If there was a way to introduce monkey DNA into my body I'd do it. I've always wanted a tail.

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Kinda. Maybe Wanderlai?

in a fight between you and sean connery, who would win?

Sean Connery's accent everytime!

How are you liking England, Forrest? Been able to get out and explore London?

I like England, I'm going to explore some dark lager later.

What would you consider the greatest thing that motivates you?

Fear.. and drugs! I've always been motivated by fear. I'm afraid of everything so I try to prepare for it.

What was it like watching Jon Jones rise up through the ranks and what do you think of him in terms of being the greatest light-heavyweight of all time?

Also just wanted to add that I'm a huge fan and after I started watching the sport I never missed even one of your fights. You were my first favorite fighter. Thanks for all the great battles.

I don't know if that was a question but the answer is true, he is the greatest light heavyweight of all time.

Hey Forrest! How did you first meet the Killers? Loved the behind the scenes video you shot with them!!

I actually know the Imagine Dragons lead singer's brother so good old fashioned nepotism!

What are your picks for this weekend?

Gustfasson. Michael Johnson. Pickett. By the way I'm horrible with this.

If you weren't a fighter, what else would be doing for a job ?

I'd still be a cop unless I'd gotten fired for misbehaviour, in which case I'd be a security guard.

Huge fan Forrest! Last summer I asked you if I could buy you a beer for my 21st birthday in Vegas and you shot me down. Any comment?

It was the weekend of Silva/Weidman 1 if that matters

Sounds like a lie. I never turn down a free beer!

Hey Forrest!

I know its weird to be asking you about fashion choices, but do you ever lament the fact that the "go to" shirt for MMA people are those over-the-top Affliction or Tapout shirts? I just figured professional fighters wouldn't be the type to flock to/promote clothing with glitter or shiny stuff.

Anyways, big fan and best of luck in your writing career!

Fighters will wear whatever they get paid to wear!

Mr.Griffin, thanks for doing this AMA.

I would like to ask how your transition from law enforcement into martial arts has changed your life (better or worse) and if there was something you could go back and change what would that be?

If I could change anything, it would be everything. There's so many things I'd like to change but hindsight is 20-20.

What was your childhood like? Your parents? You seemed like a cool and down to earth guy when I saw the show way back in the day. Also it was some of the most raw fighting I had ever witnessed. How did you keep the fame and fortune from going to your head and becoming a prick like some of the guys I see? Anyway, just wanted to give a shout out, if I knew you were fighting, I would always try to watch. Best fights ever.

If I seem cool and down to earth the facade must be working.