Most well rounded Jack Johnson performance?

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  1. Melankomas

    Melankomas Prime Jeffries would demolish a grizzly in 2 Full Member

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    There’s quite a bit of division among how versatile Johnson was. Is he just a clinch spammer who’s only effective on the inside, or is he also effective from range with other weapons? Reports do indicate that Johnson did at times fight on the outside like against Marvin Hart, and that opponents often had to resort to fighting on the inside because of how outmatched they were fighting Johnson from range.

    In what filmed performances do you think he demonstrates his skills at their fullest?
     
    Melankomas, Aug 25, 2025 at 12:09 AM
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  2. RockyValdez

    RockyValdez Active Member Full Member

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    Honestly I think its his bout with Willard. In that fight hes forced to go on the offense a lot and not just hang back and counter. You get to see how effective he can be when he goes on the attack. Taking into consideration that hes older, not in great shape, and against a much bigger opponent its impressive and gives us an idea of how tough he must have been in his prime.
     
    RockyValdez, Aug 25, 2025 at 6:34 AM
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  3. Seamus

    Seamus Proud Kulak Full Member

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    This same though immediately came to mind. Great minds, you know...
     
    Seamus, Aug 25, 2025 at 6:57 AM
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