Ciryl Gane shows off football skills during New York Giants visit ahead of UFC 334 title fight

French mixed martial artist and UFC heavyweight champion Ciryl Gane visited the New York Giants during their practice on Friday, November 6, 2026, ahead of his upcoming championship fight in New York City.Standing approximately 6 feet 5 inches tall, Gane participated in football activities with Giants players, showing off his ability to catch passes and throw a football.The visit provided a lighthearted crossover between mixed martial arts and professional football. Given his size, coordination and athleticism, Gane's performance invited comparisons to an NFL tight end, a position that combines receiving skills with physical strength.The appearance came just over a week before Gane's scheduled heavyweight title defense against undefeated American challenger Josh Hokit at UFC 334, taking place November 14 at Madison Square Garden.Gane enters the fight as the undisputed heavyweight champion, while Hokit brings a 10-0 professional MMA record. The matchup headlines an event that also features Kayla Harrison defending her women's bantamweight title against Amanda Nunes.