Undefeated UFC featherweight Tommy McMillen broke his silence late Thursday after being hospitalized for a suspected drug overdose in Scottsdale, Arizona.
The 28-year-old fighter posted a message on social media indicating he is already prepared for a return to the Octagon, as “Ready for a short notice call,” McMillen wrote.
The incident occurred this past Sunday when the athlete was found unresponsive in a bathroom at Cake nightclub, according to reporting by TMZ Sports.
Scottsdale police officers discovered a white, powdery substance near the fighter before administering Narcan to reverse the effects of a suspected opioid overdose, officials stated.
McMillen was transported to a local hospital and was later listed in stable condition, according to the police department.
Longtime coach Tim Welch confirmed the fighter is doing well and has resumed training, as reported by Ariel Helwani for Uncrowned.
The hospitalization follows a breakout year for the 12-0 fighter, who earned his UFC contract via Dana White’s Contender Series in 2025.
Prior to the incident, concerns regarding McMillen’s lifestyle had been raised by his training team.
During an October appearance on The Ariel Helwani Show, teammate and coach Sean O’Malley noted that the fighter was at a crossroads regarding his habits outside of the cage.
“He’s at a pivotal point in his career, and I think he’s going to lock in,” O’Malley stated during the broadcast.
The coach added that while he remained confident in McMillen’s ability to refocus, the ultimate decision rested with the fighter.
McMillen most recently secured a unanimous decision victory over Marwan Rahiki on Sept. 12 at Noche UFC, which earned him Fight of the Night honors.
While the circumstances surrounding the weekend event remain unclear, the fighter appears focused on continuing his professional career.