MMA Fighting · Oct 8, 2015
'Rumble' Johnson wants Ryan Bader next, but Bader's weighing his options
Esther Lin photoThe potential return of Jon Jones has created a ripple effect on the light heavyweight division.
All involved seem to agree that Jones, who never lost the championship in the Octagon, has earned the right to step in and meet current titleholder Daniel Cormier in his return fight if he so chooses.
Until Jones' situation clears up, though -- his UFC suspension has yet to be lifted -- other top contenders are playing wait-and-see.