Herschel Walker starting out new career in MMA with Strikeforce MMA

**Tim Mousel** · 09-21-2009, 08:49 PM

Associated Press
Sept. 21, 2009, 2:08PM

NEW YORK — Herschel Walker is starting a new career in mixed martial arts.

The 47-year-old former NFL running back said Monday that he has signed a multi-fight contract with promoter Strikeforce. Walker will begin a 12-week training camp next month in San Jose, Calif.

The 1982 Heisman Trophy winner already holds a fifth-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do.

**ProKarateShop** · 09-23-2009, 03:18 PM

I just hope he does not take too much of a beating.. but I am curious. whats the average age for an MMA fighter?

**reedk** · 09-27-2009, 05:03 AM

Hershel was always in top shape even inhis last few years when he was with the vikings and eagles. he still had the 6 pack then. he may still have the body but i think he will be lacking flexibility and may be too "stiff" for MMA fighting.

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