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Welcome to the Morning After UFC 316! Brett Okamoto and Oscar Willis join me to talk Merab's sub win over O'Malley, Kayla becoming champ, Kayla/Nunes, Patchy Mix losing, Dana White still not confirming Jones/Aspinall at the Press Conference, promoting the boxing, Buckley/Usman next weekend, 170 division and much more! Enjoy Submission Radio and want to support the show? You can more become a memember by hitting the join button now!  Download the Saily app and use the code [submission] or go to https://Saily.com/submission to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase! Don't forget to use code "SUBMISSION" at https://Manscaped.com for 15% AND FREE SHIPPING (Plus you're helping the show)  

In this hour of VSiN Weekend Morning Line, host Tim Murray is joined by Jensen Lewis, VSiN Host, to talk about today's College Baseball slate. Also on the show, Tim is joined by Brett Okamoto, ESPN UFC Analyst, to preview tonight's UFC 316 card. Plus, Tim recaps Game Two from last night's Stanley Cup Final and previews tomorrow night's NBA Finals Game 2 matchup.

It's been a big UFC 315 night, now we settle in with Brett Okamoto and Seán Sheehan LIVE (and a bunch of coffee and regrets) to react to all the action, JDM's incredible performance, Belal not finding success, JDM and Islam, Ilia and Charles, what happens to 170, Jose Aldo deserving more!  Don't forget to use code "SUBMISSION" at https://Manscaped.com for 15% OFF AND FREE SHIPPING (Plus you're helping the show) If you want to help the show please don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and give this video a like!

With the new year around the corner, ESPN's own Brett Okamoto joins today's episode of UFC Unfiltered to lend his opinions to Jim and Matt and to help hand out the highly-coveted, incredibly prestigious UFC Unfiltered Awards for 2024! Eager to start fresh after falling well behind Matt in fight picks, Jim reflects on his less-than-stellar predictions before his good pal Matt cheers him up by reminding him that he finished the year strong! When Okamoto hops on the show, the guys each bring their own opinions for various awards — including Newcomer of the Year, Breakthrough Fighter of the Year, and Event of the Year before discussing their favorite stoppages, fights, and standout moments from 2024. But while the next card isn't until January 11th, we couldn't let Jim and Matt leave without making one last prediction to carry into the new year. With that in mind, the guys each called their shot by naming one current non-champion that they think will touch gold in 2025!

On today's episode of UFC Unfiltered, Matt Serra is joined by guest co-host Brett Okamoto, filling in for Jim Norton. UFC welterweight Joaquin "New Mansa" Buckley stops by to break down his recent win over Stephen "Wonderboy" Thompson and discuss his callout of Kamaru Usman. Later, 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu instructor and Fight Pass analyst Brandon Mccaghren talks about his journey in jiu-jitsu, launching the Professional Grappling Federation, and how submission grappling is evolving. Plus, a recap of UFC 307 and more!

The ESPN MMA Writer and Analyst previews tomorrow's UFC 307 at the Delta Center

On today's episode of UFC Unfiltered, Jim Norton and Matt Serra unpack the action from Saturday's exciting UFC 299 card in a show that features two guest callers in ESPN MMA journalist Brett Okamoto and rising bantamweight Kyler Phillips. The first half of the show sees Jim and Matt work their way down the card alongside Okamoto, who shares his perspective as someone who was in Miami for the duration of Saturday's event as the host for the UFC Post Show. Among the topics the guys discuss: "Suga" Sean O'Malley's options for his next bantamweight title defense, Dustin Poirier's place in the lightweight title picture, Michael "Venom" Page's successful UFC debut, and Jack Della Maddalena's post-fight callout of fellow welterweight contender Shavkat Rakhmonov. After the guys dish their main takeaways from UFC 299's prelims & early prelims, Brett stays on the call as UFC bantamweight Kyler Phillips hops on the show to take a Monday morning victory lap after cruising to a unanimous decision win over 13th-ranked Pedro Munhoz on Saturday's prelims. While Brett hops off halfway through the interview, Kyler stays for longer and goes on to explain how mountain biking became his go-to supplemental hobby alongside his MMA training regiment.

Fighterpoddens Karl Gustel Wärnberg sat down with Brett Okamoto who has been working as a breaking news reporter, feature writer, analyst, and a one-on-one interviewer for MMA content across linear and digital platforms for ESPN since 2010. As once of the world's most renowned MMA-writers, we interviewed him abut his love for the sport, why fighting attracts fans, and what it is like to write about combat sports.

On today's episode of UFC Unfiltered, Matt Serra and Jim Norton are joined by ESPN MMA journalist Brett Okamoto for a detailed recap of last Saturday's UFC Fight Night: Pavlovich vs. Blaydes event. With heavyweight Sergei Pavlovich steamrolling Curtis Blaydes for a sixth-straight 1st-round knockout win, the guys discuss where Pavlovich stands in the heavyweight division and what it might take for the 30-year-old to secure a fight against legends like Jon Jones or Stipe Miocic. Then, Jim takes the guys through the rest of Saturday's fight results as Matt explains what he liked from fighters across the main card and prelims. As the topic shifts to the Nevada State Athletic Commission and their decision to use instant replay and change Bobby Green's stoppage win over Jared Gordon into a no contest, the guys engage in an insightful conversation about other problems with state athletic commissions in which Brett takes a hard stance against the idea that open scoring can fix the recent problem of poor scorecards from cage side judges.

In the opening hour of VSiN Final Countdown, hosts Stormy Buonantony and Matt Brown preview NFL Week 10 and a breakdown of some Thursday Night CFB.  Also on the show, Brett Okamoto, ESPN UFC Reporter & Analyst, as they give their thoughts on the UFC fight card and betting props.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the aftermath of UFC 279: Diaz vs. Ferguson, Brett Okamoto of ESPN speaks with Submission Radio about Khamzat Chimaev missing weight and whether he should fight at 170 or 185, if an immediate title shot against Israel Adesanya makes sense or if he should fight Paulo Costa, Nate Diaz beating the UFC at UFC 279, Jake Paul vs. Anderson Silva, and more!

Breaking down UFC in Paris on saturday with Gane v Tuivasa battling it out for a possible shot at the title, wherever that title is and will be defended IDK? Also some references to the Brett Okamoto and Islam Makhachev interview I seen yesterday, appear in the episode. The picks made Is for a draftkings pick em lineup, so you dont want to miss todays Spinning-Basckfist#UFC #UFCParis #sports #Draftkings

In the aftermath of UFC 278: Usman vs. Edwards 2, Brett Okamoto of ESPN joins Submission Radio to discuss where Leon Edwards' head kick ranks in UFC history, Kamaru Usman's handling of the loss, Jorge Masvidal beefing with Daniel Cormier over fighting Leon Edwards next, Colby Covington's return and why Khamzat Chimaev is the next logical choice if he beats Nate Diaz at UFC 279, UFC Paris and what's on the line for Ciryl Gane vs. Tai Tuivasa as Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic seems delayed again, Conor McGregor vs. Charles Oliveira in Brazil if Charles can beat Islam Makhachev, and more!

Hear Matt and guest co-host Brett Okamoto talk with Beneil Dariush, and preview UFC 275, on today's episode of UFC Unfiltered! First, Matt and today's co-host, ESPN MMA reporter Brett Okamoto, kick off the show. After Brett reveals how Michael Bisping made him miss a flight for the first and only time, he and Matt preview UFC 275 this weekend in Singapore. They discuss why Rose Namajunas losing the title is more motivation for Joanna Jedrzejczyk to perform against Zhang Weili, whether or not Taila Santos has the skillset needed to defeat UFC Women's Flyweight champion, Valentina Shevchenko, in the co-main event, and why the UFC Light Heavyweight champion Glover Teixeira has a clear path to victory against Jiri Prochazka in the main event.  Then, Beneil Dariush joins the show. He reveals his reaction to Conor McGregor bashing him on Twitter, explains what common mistake Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje made when they faced Charles Oliveira for the UFC Lightweight belt, and shares why he might be open to taking a fight with someone ranked below him.  Matt and Brett close the show by previewing the rest of the card on UFC 275, including the UFC Flyweight showdown between Manel Kape and Rogerio Bontorin, and the featured bout of the prelims between UFC Middleweights Brendan Allen and Jacob Malkoun.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spain and Fitz talk about the return of Joel Embiid and Kyle Lowry to the Sixers/Heat series, discuss whether the Suns can deliver a decisive blow to the Mavs and break down the start of Season 26 of the WNBA. Tim Bontemps joins to talk PHI/MIA, Ari Chambers talks WNBA, Brett Okamoto on Oliveira/Gaethje and what's next after Oliveira's missed weigh-in and Tim Cowlishaw on DAL/PHI. Plus, how other sports can copy F1's success and some serious breaking Raiders news.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the final hour of Prime Time Action hosts Gill Alexander, Matt Brown, and Kelley Bydlon are joined by Andy MacNeil, VSiN NHL Analyst, as they break down the NHL Playoffs including the series prices. Also joining the show is Brett Okamoto, ESPN, as they preview this weekend's UFC 274 card. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ESPN's Brett Okamoto speaks to Submission Radio about Jorge Masvidal being injured and Jorge Masvidal vs. Leon Edwards being off UFC 269, if Khamzat Chimaev could step in and fight, how Khamzat Chimaev vs. Leon Edwards would even look, if Colby Covington vs. Jorge Masvidal could be made next, if Masvidal would even want to do a season of The Ultimate Fighter with Colby, Max Holloway saying he'd prefer Conor McGregor next over Alex Volkanovski trilogy, Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler, Max Holloway vs. Yair Rodriguez preview, and more!

ESPN's Brett Okamoto speaks to Submission Radio about Jorge Masvidal being injured and Jorge Masvidal vs. Leon Edwards being off UFC 269, if Khamzat Chimaev could step in and fight, how Khamzat Chimaev vs. Leon Edwards would even look, if Colby Covington vs. Jorge Masvidal could be made next, if Masvidal would even want to do a season of The Ultimate Fighter with Colby, Max Holloway saying he'd prefer Conor McGregor next over Alex Volkanovski trilogy, Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler, Max Holloway vs. Yair Rodriguez preview, and more!

Coach and friend of the show Din Thomas joins Jim and Matt to help preview UFC 267 on today's episode of UFC Unfiltered! First, ESPN MMA reporter Brett Okamoto joins Jim, Matt and Din from Abu Dhabi. He makes his case for why Dan Hooker should not be overlooked in his bout against Islam Makhachev, why the interim Bantamweight championship bout between Petr Yan vs Cory Sandhagen is the fight he's looking forward to most on Saturday, and what questions he hopes will be answered in Khamzat Chimaev's return against Li Jingliang. Then, Islam Makhachev calls in ahead of his bout against Dan Hooker. He explains why he's not impressed with Hooker's decision to fill in for an injured Rafael Dos Anjos on Saturday, shares who wins soccer matches between him and Khabib Nurmagomedov, and reveals the depth of MMA talent in his home nation of Dagestan.  Finally, after Jim, Matt, and Din remix Max 'Pain' Griffin's walkout song, they close the show by making their picks for UFC 267, including the main event between Light Heavyweight champion Jan Blachowicz and Glover Teixeira.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laura Sanko and Din Thomas share their perspective with DC & RC on the coaching controversy surrounding Aspen Ladd plus the guys discuss Colby Covington's sit-down with Brett Okamoto ahead of UFC 268.

Jimmy Smith reacts to Nick Diaz's concerning interview with ESPN's Brett Okamoto  and breaks down would it could mean for his fight with Robbie Lawler on Saturday (0:32). Plus, Jimmy speaks with UFC featherweight champion, Alexander Volkanovski ahead of his UFC 266 main event with Brian Ortega (16:32)!

Chris thinks the Suns are the better team in the Finals after taking Game 2 against the Bucks. Plus, ESPN MMA reporter Brett Okamoto joins to talk about the fight between Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier and ESPN NFL Reporter Jeff Darlington discusses Jalen Hurts' possible replacement in Philadelphia and if there is any new updates between the Packers and Aaron Rodgers. 

Vince Ferrara spoke to ESPN's Brett Okamoto about the upcoming UFC 261 pay-per-view in front of a full capacity of live fans in Jacksonville. Vince & Tim previewed the show & analyzed the UFC wins of Whitaker, Meerschaert & Pena, plus much more.

ESPN UFC reporter Brett Okamoto joined DDC to breakdown this weekend's slate of fights!

ESPN UFC Reporter Brett Okamoto joined the fight to discuss this weekend's fights, Chase and Willy react to the latest mock draft from The Athletic's staff and more during the opening hour of Friday's DDC!

Vince Ferrara spoke to ESPN's Brett Okamoto about the upcoming UFC 261 pay-per-view in front of a full capacity of live fans in Jacksonville. Vince & Tim previewed the show & analyzed the UFC wins of Whitaker, Meerschaert & Pena, plus much more.

Another weekend of UFC fights featuring Kevin Holland vs. Marvin Vettori. Mike Perry suffers a loss. Robert Whittaker is scheduled to fight to fellow middleweight Kelvin Gastelum this coming saturday. Two of our host are already writing Kelvin off but in Whittaker's interview with Brett Okamoto, Robert referred to Kelvin as one of the dangerous middleweights. The Lakers beat the Nets but lost to Knicks. All this plus some more waves headed your way.We will soon be going live on twitch, follow us.

In the aftermath of UFC 259: Blachowicz vs. Adesanya, Brett Okamoto of ESPN speaks to Submission Radio about what surprised him about Israel Adesanya vs. Jan Blachowicz at UFC 259 for the UFC light heavyweight title, Jan Blachowicz's win, and what it does for his stock, especially in comparison to Jon Jones, what's next for Israel Adesanya and who's more deserving out of Robert Whittaker and Darren Till, If Israel could still fight Jon Jones down the line, why Jon Jones vs. Francis Ngannou could now be MMA's biggest fight to look forward to, Leon Edwards vs. Belal Muhammad and if either could land the next title shot with a win, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the aftermath of UFC 259: Blachowicz vs. Adesanya, Brett Okamoto of ESPN speaks to Submission Radio about what surprised him about Israel Adesanya vs. Jan Blachowicz at UFC 259 for the UFC light heavyweight title, Jan Blachowicz's win, and what it does for his stock, especially in comparison to Jon Jones, what's next for Israel Adesanya and who's more deserving out of Robert Whittaker and Darren Till, If Israel could still fight Jon Jones down the line, why Jon Jones vs. Francis Ngannou could now be MMA's biggest fight to look forward to, Leon Edwards vs. Belal Muhammad and if either could land the next title shot with a win, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brendan recaps Derrick Lewis vs Curtis Blaydes and Adrien Broner's first win in four years, and talks Jorge Masvidal vs Brett Okamoto, Belal Muhammed replacing Khamzat Chimaev to fight Leon Edwards, Anthony Joshua becoming UK's first 100 million Euro boxer, UFCs multiyear partnership with TikTok, Dan Hooker finally back in New Zealand after more than 40 days, fan questions and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brendan recaps Derrick Lewis vs Curtis Blaydes and Adrien Broner's first win in four years, and talks Jorge Masvidal vs Brett Okamoto, Belal Muhammed replacing Khamzat Chimaev to fight Leon Edwards, Anthony Joshua becoming UK's first 100 million Euro boxer, UFCs multiyear partnership with TikTok, Dan Hooker finally back in New Zealand after more than 40 days, fan questions and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Well, Friday is here, so that means we are turning our gaze to what's been happening in the world of #MMA Alessio Di Chirico took a stance on interviews after his BIG win at 'UFC on ABC 1' but hasn't really clarified it! Has Ottman Azaiter put his entire career on the line, due to the 'way' he was cut from UFC (safety violations)!?! Brett Okamoto recently spoke to Kamaru Usman and Usman went into his mindset heading into 'UFC 258'! Casey Kenney was recently on 'The Timbo & Sugarshow' with Tim Welch & Sean O'Malley and made a comment about Megan Anderson. What should happen now, that's the question on many's lips!?! Cris Cyborg commented on Anderson's situation, but DAMN, the hypocrisy!!! Raquel Pennington was just handed a six month suspension from USADA, BUT, in light of what actually happened, could fighters benefit from new safeguards to help avert these incidents!?! Today's (ep 142) @ChinCheckPod breaks it all down, so let's get with it! - Alessio Di Chirico doesn't really clarify his stance on interviews - Ottman Azaiter cut from UFC for safety violations!!! - Kamaru Usmans mindset going into UFC 258! - Should Casey be punished for his Anderson comments? - Cris Cyborg comments on Anderson situation, but DAMN, the hypocrisy!!! - Do we need new safeguards in place for USADA, in light of the Pennington incident? *(Music) 'el Diablo' by Machine Gun Kelly - 2019 Find more podcasts on Podcaphilia, HERE!

Patrick Mahomes coming back from a head injury, Domonique Foxworth, Damian Woody and Dan Graziano on what to expect from the Chiefs QB. Plus, why Greeny feels it is time to change a rule in the NFL. What it is and the response from Domonique and Damian Woody. And, Brett Okamoto live from Fight Island with what to expect from Conor McGregor this weekend in UFC 257.

ESPN MMA Reporter Brett Okamoto joined the Rob Dibble Show

UFC fighter Khabib Nurmagomedov is 28-0 inside the octagon. He is the UFC Lightweight Champion and viewed by many as the best pound-for-pound fighter in mixed martial arts. But on Saturday at UFC 254 in Abu Dhabi, Nurmagomedov will face his greatest challenge yet: defending his title against his highly-skilled opponent, Justin Gaethje, and doing so just a few months removed from the death of his father and trainer, who passed away from COVID-19 in July. ESPN's Brett Okamoto previews Saturday's highly anticipated showdown, and tells us how Nurmagomedov is guided by his "father's plan." Then, Sam Borden shares the story of former Packers backup QB Graham Harrell playing flip cup with Aaron Rodgers at a fraternity party.

While Matt is busy quarantining on Fight Island, pal of the show Phoenix Carnevale joins Jim on today's episode to preview UFC 251 taking place this Saturday! First, former UFC Featherweight champion Max Holloway joins the show to share how his Zoom workout classes are just like yours, his thoughts on Volkanovski's recent smack talk, and what compelled him to commit to auctioning off his UFC 251 fight kit to charity.  After Jim is done blowing off his therapist, ESPN MMA reporter Brett Okamoto closes out the show with a bold prediction on who will get the next Welterweight title shot if Jorge Masvidal wins against Kamaru Usman this Saturday on Fight Island, and his take on how the UFC has handled the COVID-19 pandemic.  Enjoy the fights, and follow the show on Instagram @UFCUnfiltered! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boys are back! Dan Shulman joins Ben and JD to discuss the Blue Jays returning to Toronto for training camp and the challenges of broadcasting games in the COVID-19 era (24:17). Justin Bourne stops by to chat about the NHL’s progression into Phase 3 of their restart plan and Team Canada’s potential roster for […]

Brett Okamoto of ESPN joins Submission Radio to discuss Kamaru Usman vs. Gilbert burns being official for the UFC welterweight title at UFC 251, and where it leave Jorge Masvidal, Stipe Miocic vs. Daniel Cormier and why it's the most important heavyweight fight of this era, Conor McGregor's retirement, and more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brett Okamoto of ESPN joins Submission Radio to discuss Kamaru Usman vs. Gilbert burns being official for the UFC welterweight title at UFC 251, and where it leave Jorge Masvidal, Stipe Miocic vs. Daniel Cormier and why it's the most important heavyweight fight of this era, Conor McGregor's retirement, and more!

JD Bunkis addresses the slew of protests across North America following the death of George Floyd (0:46). ESPN MMA Insider Brett Okamoto weighs in on Gilbert Burns’ impressive win over Tyron Woodley on Saturday night and Jon Jones’ negotiations with the UFC (19:41). Justin Bourne stops by to chat about the NHL’s 24-team restart format, […]

In UFC President Dana White’s most recent interview with ESPN’s Brett Okamoto, White stated that “There is no debate Jon Jones is the MMA G.O.A.T.” In this episode Ryan Thomas provides you his response to Dana White’s opinion and states his case for who believes to be the greatest fighter MMA has ever seen

In UFC President Dana White’s most recent interview with ESPN’s Brett Okamoto, White stated that “There is no debate Jon Jones is the MMA G.O.A.T.” In this episode Ryan Thomas provides you his response to Dana White’s opinion and states his case for who believes to be the greatest fighter MMA has ever seen

On the debut episode of Walkout, Lance and Carlos come out swinging with interviews from Brett Okamoto and Michelle Waterson all while giving their top picks for the long-awaited UFC 249 2.0!

Former UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping and Comedian Luis J Gomez discuss how the quarantine is effecting their daily lives, the people who don't have that option, Governor Gavin Newsom saying that half the state of California will get Covind-19, what life is like on the ground in New York for Luis, and the guys breakdown how they would deal with a Marshall Law scenario before getting a call from Jason Parillo, to discuss how the guns went faster then the toilet paper around him, how he is currently dealing with a respiratory illness and he is still living his life and the insanity of Idris Elba's Covid-19 announcement, then he hangs up and the boys discuss the college kids being defiant on spring break, then Brett Okamoto calls in to talk possible UFC 249 locations, who will be on the card and how Bisping has changed Bretts drinking, next up Sam Alvey calls in to discuss his fight with Khalil Rountree being postponed, how he got the news and how he's dealing with quarantine with 5 kids, then right on his heels Laura Sanko calls in to discuss life on the farm, why she's not worried for her own safety, and her own theory on the logistics of UFC 249, plus Bisping being slandered by MMA Mania and so much more! Follow the whole show: @Bisping, @LuisJGomez, @BYMPod, @GasDigital, @TheMHarrington, @BMacKayIsRightSupport Our Sponsors:NKDNutrition - Use promo code Bisping for 15% offSheathunderwear - Use code BELIEVE30 to get 30% off your orderCBDMD - Use promo code: BYM20 for 20% off your first purchase! The newest 30 episodes are always free, but if you want access to all the archives, watch live, chat live, access to the forums, and get the show a day before it comes out everywhere else - you can subscribe now at gasdigitalnetwork.com and use the code BYM to save 15% on the entire networkSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Former UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping and stand-up comedian Luis J. Gomez discuss Michael's issues dealing with Best Buy, the Kevin Hart Oscars controversy and the plans for their training session when Bisping comes to town for UFC Brooklyn before diving into the biggest news in MMA including Corey Anderson's take on Jon Jones dancing on the flight from Las Vegas to LA, Jones clean urine sample from the night of UFC 232 and the new estimated PPV buys for the event before diving into Brett Okamoto's predictions for who will be champion of each weight class by the end of 2019 and the guys give their own picks on the subject. Plus a former women's straw weight champion has a new look, Alfie makes his first post surgery appearance, a surprising new post UFC career possibility for The Count, listener questions and so much more!Support our sponsors!Robin Hood - Sign up at for a FREE stock like Apple, Ford, or Sprint to help build your portfolio!Organifi - Use promo code "Believe" for 20% off your order!Victory Barber - Use promo code "BYM15" for 15% off your order!Follow the whole show: @Bisping, @LuisJGomez, @BYMPod, @GaSDigital, @TheChin_, @IAmAlexScar, @IMShannonLeeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Darren Till joins the show and ESPN's Brett Okamoto discusses how UFC 223's new main event fight between Max Holloway and Khabib Nurmagomedov came to fruition following Tony Ferguson's freak injury.

Jack Encarnacao returned to the Sherdog Radio Network Friday for another SRN "Roundtable." On this edition Encarnacao welcomes in Sherdog.com's Jordan Breen, ESPN.com's Brett Okamoto, and freelance MMA writer David Bixenspan to breakdown tomorrow night's UFC 202 card. Check out who the panel thinks will be victorious in tomorrow night's main event when Nate Diaz rematches UFC featherweight champion Conor McGregor.

The course of the welterweight division will be set Saturday in Las Vegas as Johny Hendricks and Stephen Thompson tussle for five rounds on Fox Sports 1, and the Sherdog Radio Network "Roundtable" convened to lay out all of the influencing factors.Host Jack Encarnacao welcomed a panel of Sherdog's Jordan Breen, ESPN's Brett Okamoto, and Luca Fury of FurysFightPicks.com for a deep dive on Saturday's offering, featuring Roy Nelson and Jared Rosholt in a heavyweight co-feature.Find out which undercard underdogs the panel goes for, and what the state of the flyweight division is likely to look at on the other side of Joseph Benavidez v. Zach Makovsky and Ray Borg v. Justin Scoggins. Plus ruminations on the ceiling of Misha Cirkunov and how much Mike Pyle has left in the tank.There's no better way to prep for another Super Bowl weekend UFC than with the latest SRN Roundtable, available for download here.

Kevin Iole, Brett Okamoto, and Case Keefer preview and make predictions for Werdum-Hunt, Ellenberger-Gastelum and Lamas-Bermudez at UFC 180.