Conor McGregor seems to be thrilled by the news of the UFC’s new deal with Paramount, although not for the reason that MMA fans might expect.

With a huge UFC 319 card headlined by Dricus du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev scheduled to take place in Chicago, IL this weekend, fight week kicked off with the seismic news that the UFC has inked a seven-year deal with Paramount that will begin after its current deal with ESPN expires at the end of the year.

The new deal is worth a staggering $7.7 billion , and UFC CEO Dana White has appeared on various media outlets this week to discuss the news and what it means for everything from a UFC card at The White House to major events that will air on CBS.

Conor McGregor Crowns Himself UFC PPV "King" After Paramount Deal

McGregor has managed to

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