In the ever-shifting land of UFC heavyweights, Matt Mitrione could make some serious headway on Saturday with a victory over Ben Rothwell at UFC Fight Night 68 in New Orleans.
So why would the 36-year-old former pro football player -- who is riding a three-fight win streak in which he knocked out all three opponents in the first round -- make waves by criticizing the Reebok sponsorship deal publicly?
Because, he says, that’s who he is. When the tier of how Reebok would distribute pay came out – a tier-system based on tenure ranging from $2,500 to $40,000 – Mitrione voiced his displeasure through his Twitter feed.