This is a suprise. Lose one fight and you're out now I guess http://www.bloodyelbow.com/2014/4/7/...ields-mma-news
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This is a suprise. Lose one fight and you're out now I guess http://www.bloodyelbow.com/2014/4/7/...ields-mma-news
I wasn't surprised. They were waiting for an excuse to justify cutting him.
They're becoming more obvious with what they want their fighters to be like. Fitch, Okami, Shields
All high paid but obviously not always "Fan Friendly".
I know this won't be a popular opinion because Shields has a lot of fans on here but I honestly don't enjoy watching Shields fight. I'm a little surprised but can't remember any of his UFC fights going "damn that was a good fight" but nothing the UFC does now really surprises me anymore.
I'm with ya, but he wins fights. Not ever exciting but winsQuote:
Originally Posted by Brent Smith
I'm a little surprised. Jake isn't a top 3 fighter but he's def a top 10. His standup is painful to watch but his Jiu Jitsu is incredible. If I'm not mistaken, he's the only Gracie black belt to never wear the gi???
I disagree with u, man. His fight with Jake Elenberger was fun to watch!Quote:
Originally Posted by Brent Smith
I love watching Shields
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kG4D0HlmR0k
His contract was probably up for renewal and they just didn't see the value in keeping him. It doesn't matter how many top 10's be beats. He's just not entertaining enough to be worthwhile. Plus, he hasn't shown enough improvement to suggest that he could be champ. And jeez, imagine if he did become champ. Can he sell ppv's? His personality and style is as bland as his tofu. As much as I respect the hell out of his skills, I just can't bring myself to enjoy his fights.
A wise man once told/asked me, "Who would have thought a blanket would make it big in the UFC?"Quote:
Originally Posted by David Rosado