Jake Paul’s sixth-round KO loss to Anthony Joshua was violent enough to reset expectations. However, not the kind that the Problem Child would want to know about. After a double-cracked jaw, Joe Rogan steps ahead to give Paul crucial advice that involves his mental health.

Joe Rogan warns Jake Paul about taking things too far for too long

“Don’t do this very long,” Rogan warned on The Joe Rogan Experience. “Because there’s a price that you pay that is not worth it. That price is despression, severe brain imbalance that’s gonna lead you to addiction. So many people have impulsive behavior, so many people become gambling addicts, d— addicts, alcohol addicts, after their fighting career. You can only take so much.

No doubt, Rogan was impressed by Jake Paul’s performance against AJ. After all, the competitive fight lasted long enough before exhaustion and size disparity caught up with him. But admiration wasn’t the point. Concern was, see for yourself:

History has many lessons to teach.

Take, for instance, Paul’s former opponent, Mike Tyson. When he achieved his dream of winning a heavyweight title and retired at least a decade ago, he succumbed to the feeling many retired boxers fall for: depression, anxiety, and identity loss. To cope with it, he resorted to d—- and drinks. However, after gaining as much as 300 lbs, he realized it was the wrong path and is now a mental health advocate.

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In the other fighting world, the UFC, a similar case was with Dustin Poirier.

The 36-year-old retired after his last fight in UFC 318 on July 19, 2025, in a rematch with Max Holloway. However, hanging his gloves after three losses in his last five fights caught up with Poirier, and he tried find a companion in alcohol. However, he confirmed trying to achieve sobriety in his latest update.

So, when the JRE host described Anthony Joshua’s knockout as the kind of moment that boxers often overlook until it’s too late, it’s not just physical, but also psychological.

If you have seen movies like ‘The Smashing Machine’ and ‘The Wrestler,’ then you know what we’re talking about. According to the veteran analyst, Joshua’s one punch that broke Paul’s jaw was like ten punches combined that would have also done damage to his skull.

“That was real damage.”

What made Rogan’s warning heavier was the context. Jake Paul does not need this. He is already rich, famous, and well-positioned for success elsewhere. The Problem Child could walk away now and never feel regret, something that most boxers never have the chance to do.

While the JRE host praised Jake Paul for taking on the risk and exceeding expectations, the caution is not to mix bravery with obligation, especially in a sport that demands far more than it gives back. So, it would be interesting to see if Paul listens to the experienced veteran. As of now, he already has plans to fight sooner than expected.

The Problem Child has plans to fight again in 2026

The possibility of walking away hasn’t closed the door entirely. Despite the seriousness of the injury, Jake Paul’s team is already looking ahead, rather than viewing the Anthony Joshua loss as the end of the story. The tone has moved from reflection to recovery, with the expectation that this hiatus is more temporary than permanent.

According to Jake Paul’s business partner, Nakisa Bidarian, the damage, while severe, is not career-defining. He described the recovery process in weeks rather than months, stating that the jaw should be completely healed in five to six weeks. “He’s doing great,” Bidarian said during an interview with Ariel Helwani, acknowledging the suffering but highlighting that it comes and goes.

More importantly, he stated that ‘The Problem Child’ is “focused on coming back to boxing in 2026.” Bidarian also disputed the notion that a fractured jaw would alter Paul’s trajectory. He cited examples from the history of combat sports, including fighters who returned stronger after sustaining comparable injuries.

For him, this is a setback, not a stop sign. Whether that confidence is consistent with Joe Rogan’s warning is another topic entirely. But for the time being, Jake Paul’s next move appears to be less about exit plans and more about when, not if, he returns to the ring.