You’ve got to hand it to the UFC. The use of their Contender Series has raised the overall bar for incoming talent while importing some of the best talents outside of the major organizations. And yes, it’s unfortunate that those coming in are making the lowest paydays on the cards they’re on, but most have been very active lately, fighting frequently and getting much-needed cage time.
This week’s series is an interesting one from a development standpoint. Nothing about any of the fighters on this card screams “future champion“ just yet, and that’s not a bad thing. There’s room for improvement and development, both of which can be acquired with time.