Ray Lewis, one of the all-time great NFL linebackers, may end up putting the wrestling shoes back on for Real American Freestyle.

RAF co-founders Chad Bronstein and Izzy Martinez told MMA Fighting on Wednesday that discussions are ongoing to have Ray Lewis compete for the promotion before the end of 2026. While a deal is not done, things are trending in a positive direction.

According to Bronstein and Martinez, former UFC welterweight champion and two-time RAF competitor Tyron Woodley is helping to facilitate the deal.

The two-time defensive player of the year for the Baltimore Ravens was a state champion wrestler for Kathleen High School in Lak