It’s been a wild week for the Paul brothers, but then again, when isn’t it? Just as the dust settles on Jake Paul’s recent victory over Mike Tyson, Conor McGregor has sent shockwaves through social media, teasing a potential showdown, not with Jake, but with his older brother Logan Paul. And let’s just say Jake isn’t staying quiet about it. In true ‘Problem Child’ fashion, Jake came out swinging with claims that ‘The Notorious’ is “washed” and “needs the Pauls.”

But wait, does McGregor actually want Logan, or is there more to this saga? Jake Paul took to twitter, making it crystal clear where he stands: “Now it all makes sense why Conor McGregor & his management team have been desperately trying to get MVP to negotiate for a fight between us. As we told them them privately & I’m now saying it publicly…the only way we’re willing to explore me vs Conor in a pro boxing / mma fight is if Dana White / UFC are at the table directly or make it clear they are ok with discussions. Conor is washed. Needs the Paul’s. Logan by however he wants.”

For those who missed the fireworks, McGregor had earlier posted that he was in “preliminary agreements” to fight Logan Paul in a boxing exhibition promoted by the Ambani family in India. As usual, McGregor left fans hanging with a cryptic promise to “seek his return to the Octagon” after.

So why is Jake dragging UFC CEO Dana White into the mix? Well, Jake knows a thing or two about shaking up combat sports. And clearly, he doesn’t plan to let the Irishman stroll into a fight without UFC’s backing, or maybe it’s about settling a score? Let’s not forget, Jake Paul did call out McGregor for a bout earlier. The Notorious, meanwhile, hasn’t fought since his brutal leg injury against Dustin Poirier in 2021, and his fighting future remains a giant question mark. A move like this, fighting Logan Paul, could be a play to stay relevant. But Jake’s dig hits hard, “Conor is washed.” Is that fair? Or is it Jake’s way of turning attention back to himself?

Why did Conor McGregor set his sights on Logan Paul for his return?

If you’re wondering, ‘Why Logan Paul?’ you’re not alone. After all, McGregor once went toe to toe with Floyd Mayweather in a billion dollar showdown. So, a bout with Logan, known more for Youtube antics that boxing belts, seems like an odd pairing.

But make no mistake, Logan Paul‘s boxing career has evolved. From his rivalry with KSI to stepping into the ring against Mayweather, Logan’s proven he can bring eyeballs and headlines. And let’s not ignore his October 2023 victory over Dillon Danis, albeit via disqualification. Love him or hate him, Logan Paul knows how to sell a fight and apparently, so does McGregor. Still, it begs the question, is McGregor avoiding a tougher challenge by shifting focus to Logan? Or could this be a warm up for his long awaited UFC return?

Here’s where things get interesting, is this fight actually about Logan, or is it Jake Paul‘s fight by proxy? We’ve seen the Paul brothers tag team headlines before, and Jake isn’t shy about using his brother’s fights to fuel his own hype. But here’s the twist, Jake claims McGregor’s team approached him first. “Now it all makes sense,” he said. Could this be sibling rivalry-turned business strategy? Logan lands the fight, Jake controls the narrative, it’s the classic Paul playbook.

It’s hard to imagine the UFC and Dana White taking kindly to McGregor’s plans. After all, White has said little on McGregor’s civil case fallout but left the door open for his Octagon return. If this bout happens, will it delay Conor’s comeback even further? For now, Jake has set his conditions, No Dana White, no fight. And as for Logan Paul? Silence, for now.

Whatever you make of this chaotic saga, one thing is clear, the Paul brothers and Conor McGregor have a knack for making headlines. Whether it’s India, the UFC, or another boxing circus, fans will tune in. What do you think? Does McGregor really need the Paul brothers, or is this all part of his master plan for a dramatic UFC return? And will Jake and Logan ever stop fighting over the spotlight? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!