After Gable Steveson pulled out of his grappling match with Craig Jones this weekend, I’m stepping in to face Jones instead. Then, my thoughts on Jake Paul’s next fight against Gervonta "Tank" Davis. Also, will Jack Della Maddalena struggle if his fight with Islam Makhachev goes to the ground? And while Makhachev keeps showing interest in facing Ilia Topuria after JDM, I’ll explain why that matchup is unlikely.And does Jon Jones really get to call himself the “forever champion?" And finally, the wild reaction I received to my video about Rampage Jackson’s son, Raja, repeatedly punching an apparently unconscious professional wrestler.CHAPTERS:Me vs. Craig Jones (00:00)Jake Paul vs. Tank Davis (11:39)Will JDM struggle wrestling Makhachev? (20:58)Makhachev vs. Topuria unlikely (31:00)Jon Jones: forever champion? (41:28)Reaction to my Raja Jackson video (51:36) To support this program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page.

Sean Strickland is SUSPENDED! What does it mean for his hopes of becoming a champion again? I'll discus that and the PACKED middleweight division, which features three former champs in Strickland, Dricus du Plessis, and Israel Adesanya, and a whole bunch of young guys waiting for their shot. Speaking of whom, Reineir de Ridder has a path to the title, but what is it? I'll get into that, and then I'll make Dricus du Plessis an offer he can't refuse. Plus, Jon Jones did an interview half-drunk, my take on the latest pound-for-pound rankings, as well as my thoughts on Gable Steveson's foray into MMA.CHAPTERS:Sean Strickland suspended (00:00)Middleweight title picture (08:14)RDR's path (14:02)DDP's wrestling holes (22:22)Jon Jones (32:13)Pound-for-pound rankings (40:40)Gable Steveson's MMA transition (48:52)To support this program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page.

UFC 319 is in the books, and I begin with the top 10 moments from Saturday night in Chicago. Then, I react to the narrative that the main card was “boring,” and whether that’s fair. Plus, after Khamzat Chimaev’s domination of Dricus du Plessis, I’ll tell you how Chimaev's next opponent can beat him.Also, what's next for Aaron Pico following his brutal loss to Lerone Murphy? And finally, TUF 33 wrapped up on Saturday ... and Team Sonnen won (technically).Chapters:UFC 319 top moments (00:00)Boring main event? (16:46)Best chance at beating Chimaev (26:04)Next for Aaron Pico (35:35)I won The Ultimate Fighter (43:57)To support this program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page.

The UFC signed a massive deal to move to Paramount starting in 2026 - ending pay-per-views! I’ll tell you what that means for fans and fighters. Then, Caio Borralho finds himself in an unusual spot as the backup for UFC 319’s main event in Chicago, while still set to face Nassourdine Imavov in three weeks.Also, Khamzat Chimaev says his striking will be the key to beating Dricus du Plessis, but who’s actually the better striker? Plus, why I’m interested in what happens when an unfiltered du Plessis and Chimaev share a press conference, and whether a loss for Chimaev would be a career ender.Later, a fight week video of du Plessis and Chimaev shaking hands has people debating who’s bigger - but does it really matter? And finally, my official prediction for the main event!Chapters:The end of pay-per-view (00:00)Caio Borralho’s unusual spot (15:24)DDP vs. Chimaev: Better striker? (24:24)UFC 319 press conference (33:19)Is a loss for Chimaev a career ender? (40:39)DDP vs. Chimaev: Who's bigger? (47:46)UFC 319 official prediction (56:00) To support this program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In New York, call 877 8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling. Call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (Kansas). Twenty-one plus age and eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Void in Ontario. Bet must win to receive reward. Minimum minus 500 odds required. Bonus bets expire one hundred sixty eight hours after issuance. For additional terms and responsible gaming resources, see DKNG.co/AUDIO

The latest odds for Dricus du Plessis vs. Khamzat Chimaev surprised me - I’ll tell you why. And, just how good is DDP, anyway? Plus, a preview of their massive showdown at UFC 319. Later, coming off his win Saturday against Roman Dolidze over the weekend, who should Anthony “Fluffy” Hernandez face next? And, I’ve been critical of Brock Lesnar in the past, but I’m glad he’s back in the WWE. Finally, after saying he’d quit social media, Joey Swoll is back.Chapters:Latest odds for DDP vs. Chimaev (00:00)How good is DDP? (09:18)DDP vs. Chimaev matchup (19:40)Who’s next for Fluffy Hernandez? (28:49)Glad Brock Lesnar returned (37:08)Joey Swoll is back (45:05)To support this program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page.

UFC rankings don’t actually matter. I’ll tell you why. Then, Brendan Schaub says Dricus du Plessis could become a three-division champ. Do I agree? Also, why it’s unfair to hold Khamzat Chimaev’s past withdrawals against him, and why questions about his conditioning won’t matter when he faces DDP at UFC 319. Plus, my reaction to rumors of Ronda Rousey’s return to UFC.Chapters:Rankings don’t matter (00:00)Can DDP be a three-division champ? (13:49)Chimaev’s history pulling out of fights (21:07)Chimaev’s conditioning (28:19)Ronda Rousey’s rumored return (37:45)To support this program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page.

Gordon Ryan might be the greatest grappler of all time, but he’s no longer the current No. 1. On today's episode, I'll tell you who is. Then, Khabib Nurmagomedov says Islam Makhachev will face Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 322 in Madison Square Garden, and I’ve got some thoughts on that matchup. Plus, Conor McGregor needs to stop shadowboxing every time he sees a camera.Later, my take on Jake Paul threatening legal action against those claiming his fights are fixed, and my reaction to Brock Lesnar’s WWE return at SummerSlam. And most importantly, a story from my 30-year high school reunion this past weekend.Chapters:Gordon Ryan’s supremacy is over (00:00)Khabib: JDM vs. Makhachev at UFC 322 (09:47)McGregor needs to stop shadowboxing (16:06)Jake Paul's legal battles (21:53)SummerSlam: Brock Lesnar’s return (31:02)Story from high school reunion (40:38) To support this program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page.

I’m breaking news - Ilia Topuria is fighting Arman Tsarukyan next. Then, why did Conor McGregor just receive his first drug test in 10 months? And I tell you whether Jon Jones really actually got taken down by ALF Global Reality CEO Alfredo Auditore. Plus, Ciryl Gane’s coach Fernand Lopez says all the pressure is on Tom Aspinall in their heavyweight title fight ... and I agree. Dana White is also teasing a major announcement for later this year.And following his win over Robert Whittaker, is Reinier de Ridder calling out the wrong guy? And finally, my long-awaited thoughts on fitness influencer Joey Swoll quitting social media after the backlash from his Hulk Hogan tribute.Chapters:Topuria is fighting Tsarukyan (00:00)McGregor’s first drug test in 10 months (08:58)Jon Jones taken down? (18:35)Fernand Lopez: Pressure is on Aspinall (29:51)Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua (40:13)Dana White teases announcement (49:40)RDR calling out the wrong guy? (1:00:12)Joey Swoll quits social media (1:08:49)To support this program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page.

To start off, I pay homage to wrestling legend Hulk Hogan.Then, should Reinier de Ridder skip the line for a title shot after he defeated Robert Whittaker in Abu Dhabi? does he get a title shot next? Plus, with the booking of Magomed Ankalaev vs. Alex Pereira 2, I tell you who I think the real No. 1 contender in the light heavyweight division is.Also, coach Javier Mendez doesn’t think Jon Jones was ever scared of Tom Aspinall, and I agree — so why didn’t the fight happen? Plus, after Max Holloway defended his BMF title at UFC 318 against Dustin Poirier, could Dan Hooker be his next challenger? Islam Makhachev also says Ilia Topuria’s No. 1 pound-for-pound ranking is just UFC marketing — but I’m not buying it. And finally, my thoughts on BJ Penn’s video asking Dana White for help.Chapters:Hulk Hogan memories (00:00)Should RDR get a title shot? (12:04)No. 1 contender at light heavyweight (19:57)Javier Mendez: Jones wasn't scared of Aspinall (27:14)Holloway vs. Hooker for BMF title? (37:21)Makhachev: Topuria’s No. 1 ranking only for marketing (44:49)BJ Penn asks Dana White for help (52:41)To support this program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page.

Fight news everywhere! Tom Aspinall will finally return in October against Ciryl Gane, and I'll tell you why this was the right call. Then, Khabib Nurmagomedov says Jon Jones is past his prime (which I don't necessarily agree with), Ilia Topuria is the REAL BMF, Sean Strickland is suspended for his role in a post-fight altercation, Robert Whittaker vs. Reinier de Ridder is going down, and more!Aspinall vs. Gane (00:00)Jon Jones and The White House? (08:10)Khabib's comments on Jones (16:40)Ankalaev vs. Pereira 2 (23:50)Strickland suspended (31:56)Whittaker vs. RDR (37:50)Topuria's BMF claim (45:11)To support this program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page.