Jake Paul Undergoes Second Jaw Surgery After Joshua Loss

The YouTuber-turned-boxer required additional surgery due to complications from his previous procedure.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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Jake Paul has undergone another jaw surgery following his loss to Anthony Joshua in their boxing match in December 2025. The impact of Joshua's punch left Paul's jaw broken, requiring immediate surgery. However, a few months later, Paul had to undergo another surgery to repair the aftermath of that punch, as the screws and plates were coming loose due to his failure to properly rest.

Why it matters

This case highlights the physical toll that professional boxing can take on athletes, even those with significant resources and medical care. It also raises questions about the long-term health impacts of repeated head trauma, which UFC commentator Joe Rogan has warned can lead to depression, addiction, and other mental health issues.

The details

In their December 2025 fight at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, Joshua dominated Paul throughout the match before securing a sixth-round victory. The punch that broke Paul's jaw was particularly devastating. After the initial surgery, Paul failed to properly rest and recover, leading to complications that required an additional procedure to fix the loose screws and plates.

  • In December 2025, Jake Paul suffered a loss to Anthony Joshua in their boxing match.
  • Shortly after the fight, Paul underwent surgery to repair his broken jaw.
  • A few months later, in early 2026, Paul had to undergo another surgery to address complications from the initial procedure.

The players

Jake Paul

A YouTuber-turned-boxer who suffered a loss to Anthony Joshua in December 2025, resulting in a broken jaw that required multiple surgeries.

Anthony Joshua

A professional boxer who defeated Jake Paul in their December 2025 match, delivering a punch that broke Paul's jaw.

Joe Rogan

A UFC commentator and podcast host who expressed concerns about the long-term health impacts of repeated head trauma in combat sports.

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What they’re saying

“Had to get another jaw surgery. The screws and plates were coming loose because apparently I didn't rest for the past 2 months [what].”

— Jake Paul (Instagram)

“Don't do this very long because there's a price that you pay that is not worth it. And that price is depression, deep depression, a severe brain imbalance that's going to lead you to addiction. It leads so many people to impulsive behavior. So many people become gambling addicts, drug addicts, alcoholics after their fighting career.”

— Joe Rogan, UFC Commentator and Podcast Host (Podcast)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the physical toll that professional boxing can take on athletes, even those with significant resources and medical care. It also raises questions about the long-term health impacts of repeated head trauma, which can lead to depression, addiction, and other mental health issues.