For me, it was always survival. Learn where not to be at so you don't get shot. Learn where not to walk at so you don't get jumped. Learn who to stand up to, who not to stand up to.… — Brian Ortega Copy Share Image
When I go in the Octagon, it's no big deal. Just gonna go fight. Majority of the people? 'Dude, I'm scared to even walk… — Brian Ortega Copy Share Image
I always try not to look too far ahead. I just look far enough to know where I'm going next. — Brian Ortega Copy Share Image
I'm the kind of guy who, if you tell me you can't do something, like, 'Brian, you can't do a backflip off that two-floor… — Brian Ortega Copy Share Image
A lot of people think they need the best training partners, the best gym. I started with Vans, Jack in the Box, and a… — Brian Ortega Copy Share Image
I saw my first UFC fight when I was 15 and figured, 'This is what I want to do when I grow up.' — Brian Ortega Copy Share Image
Fight fans always appreciate a fighter who is willing to step up on short notice. — Brian Ortega Copy Share Image
I want to secure my name. I'll fight who I have to fight for the belt. — Brian Ortega Copy Share Image
I liked to pretend a lot. I thought I could be anything that I wanted. — Brian Ortega Copy Share Image
I've gotta check, but I think I'll be the first UFC fighter in history to have the lead role in a big movie. — Brian Ortega Copy Share Image
I was blessed to be able to be born here. My dad crossed. My dad illegally went through the border and was living under… — Brian Ortega Copy Share Image