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Ex-Cat Mohammed Usman continues to look for success in MMA

TUCSON, AZ - SEPTEMBER 24: Runningback LaMichael James #21 of the Oregon Ducks rushes the football past Robert Golden #1 and Mohammed Usman #97 of the Arizona Wildcats during the second quarter of the college football game at Arizona Stadium on September 24, 2011 in Tucson, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

After trying to find success as a football player, the former Wildcat has now turned to Mixed Martial Arts, where he is hoping to break out.

His career may not have lasted long in Tucson, but after a short stint with the Wildcats, the former Arizona Football defensive end Mohammed Usman is now trying to find a path in professional fighting.