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Jon Jones isn’t Declining, but the Light Heavyweight Division is Catching Up

by Jordy McElroy Jon Jones is just a man. Top light heavyweight contender Dominick Reyes uttered those words over and over again leading up to UFC 247. It was his own way of humanizing an opponent that had in many ways become a deity. Years of turning countless legendary names into mere punching bags on a rainy day elevated Jones to a level of icon … Continue reading Jon Jones isn’t Declining, but the Light Heavyweight Division is Catching Up

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Who really deserves an apology: Stephen A. Smith or Donald Cerrone?

by Jordy McElroy Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone’s physical undoing in the UFC 246 main event against Conor McGregor spilled outside of the cage, shockingly, and rapidly descended into an awkward feud between UFC voice Joe Rogan and ESPN talking head Stephen A. Smith.  After watching Cerrone get smashed up in 40 seconds by the former two-division UFC champion, Smith didn’t mince any words when delivering his … Continue reading Who really deserves an apology: Stephen A. Smith or Donald Cerrone?

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Forget about titles, it’s time for Conor McGregor and Nate Diaz to Complete the Trilogy

by Jordy McElroy UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov already has business with Tony Ferguson, and it’s time for Jorge Masvidal to take his shot at real UFC gold by challenging welterweight champ Kamaru Usman. That leaves the most anticipated trilogy in all of combat sports as the only plausible fight on the table. Yes, the UFC needs to give us Conor McGregor and Nate Diaz. … Continue reading Forget about titles, it’s time for Conor McGregor and Nate Diaz to Complete the Trilogy

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Even without the UFC title, Conor McGregor remains the A-side of the Combat Sports

by Jordy McElroy Even when former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor rarely takes part, he’s still taking over the combat sports world. There is a different buzz in the air of fight week with the biggest superstar in MMA history slated to headline UFC 246 against Donald Cerrone on Saturday night at the T-Mobile Arena in Paradise. The city name is ironically appropriate considering there … Continue reading Even without the UFC title, Conor McGregor remains the A-side of the Combat Sports

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Amanda Nunes’ UFC 245 performance is proof the UFC did wrong by releasing Cris Cyborg

by Jordy McElroy Two-division champion Amanda Nunes crossed off another opponent and caved in the sunken remains of viable contenders at 135 pounds. One thing was certain while watching The Lioness pound away on a fetaled up Germaine de Randamie at UFC 245 on Saturday night: The UFC sure could use Cris Cyborg right about now. Do we even need to question who the baddest … Continue reading Amanda Nunes’ UFC 245 performance is proof the UFC did wrong by releasing Cris Cyborg

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UFC Sao Paulo left little hope for future Marquee Contenders for Jon Jones

by Jordy McElroy UC Sao Paulo had to dig deep into the MMA vault for legends like Mauricio “Shogun” Rua and Ronaldo “Jacare” Souza to carry a card in Brazil, while adding a fresh pinch of familiarity to a bland light heavyweight division dominated by one man: Jon Jones. Not even a whimsical stroll down memory lane was enough to jog the nostalgic senses back … Continue reading UFC Sao Paulo left little hope for future Marquee Contenders for Jon Jones

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UFC 244 Recap: Nate Diaz calls out Jorge Masvidal, Doctor and The Rock after bad Stoppage

by Jordy McElroy The baddest mother [expletive] on the planet championship fight came as violent as advertised with two of the UFC’s most iconic prizefighters, Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal, going toe-to-toe at UFC 244 on Saturday night for a uniquely conceived title.  After three rounds of action, Diaz wore the crimson mask of the carnage that had ensued for the first 15 minutes of … Continue reading UFC 244 Recap: Nate Diaz calls out Jorge Masvidal, Doctor and The Rock after bad Stoppage

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UFC 244 Preview: BMF Showdown could change the Sport Forever

by Jordy McElroy A one-off fight between Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal at UFC 244 on Saturday will decide the “baddest mother [expletive]” on the planet, but more importantly, it will serve as proof that world titles and manufactured drama aren’t necessary to sell a fight. The right venue, a cage and two savages hell-bent on letting their fists do the talking is all the … Continue reading UFC 244 Preview: BMF Showdown could change the Sport Forever

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Degenerates Guide to UFC Fight Night: Rodriguez vs Stephens (Betting Lines)

By Chad Cooper Twitter @thechadcooper We are man enough to say we had have bad betting days and man enough to act like a bantam rooster as we destroyed UFC last weekend with multiple big hits including Uriah Hall +700 unanimous decision win over favorite Antonio Carlos Junior. UFC is back this weekend in Mexico for a “meh” type card. Main starts at 7 p.m. … Continue reading Degenerates Guide to UFC Fight Night: Rodriguez vs Stephens (Betting Lines)

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A Degenerates Guide to UFC 241 (Betting Lines)

It’s the rematch for the world heavyweight title on Saturday as Daniel “DC” Cormier looks to cement his legacy as the “best fighter of all time” (his words, not ours). by @Chad Cooper This top heavy card, available only on the ESPN+, looks somewhat chalky, and will take place at the Honda Center in Anaheim, Calif. The 5-fight main card begins at 9 p.m. CST, … Continue reading A Degenerates Guide to UFC 241 (Betting Lines)

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