Haney has spent much of the past year linked to some of boxing’s biggest names, including Ryan Garcia, Brian Norman Jr., and, most recently, Shakur Stevenson, amid reports that Zuffa Boxing is targeting major fights for its roster.
Asked about the future and opportunities available to fighters through new platforms entering the sport, Haney pointed to the long-term goals he still has for his son.
“At 27, Devin is still developing himself. He’s still moving towards, you know what I mean, the Mount Rushmore boxer. He’s still growing,” said Bill to MillCity Boxing.
Haney also shared a favorable view of Zuffa’s arrival in boxing, suggesting additional platforms can only benefit fighters looking to build their careers.
“It’s a platform that a fighter can go over, and that’s really like that, and they are really listening to their coach, and their coach is really looking at everything. I mean, it’s a great opportunity, man,” said Bill.
While critics continue to debate Devin Haney’s place among the sport’s elite, Bill believes his accomplishments have already secured a place among boxing’s most accomplished fighters.
“Well, I mean it would have to be difficult that when you talk to other Hall of Fame fighters, and they say that Devin is a Hall of Famer, and they say that you’re not right. You never hear Hall of Fame with his game,” said Bill.
“I think once they realize and once they sit back, they would like to have a career that Devin has had.”
Haney’s comments come as Devin continues to weigh his next move in a loaded welterweight division, with several high-profile fights potentially available as boxing’s promotional landscape continues to evolve.
