Jason Brilz (born July 7, 1975) is a retired American mixed martial artist who most recently fought in the Heavyweight division.
Brilz won the Nebraska Class A wrestling state championship in 1993 for Omaha Central High School.
Brilz wrestled collegiately at the University of Nebraska-Omaha, where he was a three time Academic All-American, a four-year letter winner, and compiled a 63–34 career record.
[2] Brilz defeated Brad Morris in his UFC debut via TKO (punches) midway through the second round.
Brilz bounced back against Eric Schafer at UFC Live: Vera vs. Jones, defeating him via unanimous decision.
Along with wrestling at UNO, Brilz also trains at Omaha's new Premier Combat Center with fellow UFC fighters Ryan Jensen and Jake Ellenberger.