Godfrey never signed. They couldn't get a TV deal, so Godfrey didn't think there was enough money in it.
Wow. If I was trying to be taken seriously as a Cruiserweight contender, I think I'd accept a fight against the CHAMPION OF THE WORLD whether it was on HBO WCB, Box Azteca, mainevents.com, or a god damn dark match in Paris, Arkansas. :-(
Its just common sense. Both want to be well compensated, if they are going to be brutally knocked out. Same goes for Hopkins.
BJ is in love with his "0" so much so that he isnt willing to face anyone. I think Godfrey just didnt feel ready.