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Brendan Schaub talks Sean Sharaf on Joe Rogan and looks ahead to UFC 332 on Big Brown Breakdown Live Chat Ep. 33. Is the card getting overlooked, or is the criticism fair? Brendan shares his take as we get ready for a full weekend of fights.

Plus, we’re back tomorrow for a LIVE Fight Companion! Subscribe and turn on notifications to watch along with the crew.

What’s your take on Sean Sharaf's latest appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience, and which UFC 332 fight are you most excited for? Drop it in the comments.

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Brendan Schaub gives his take on the debate over banning oblique kicks, then dives into a full UFC 332 preview with his fight breakdowns and picks on Big Brown Breakdown Ep. 540.

Should oblique kicks be banned? And who are you picking at UFC 332? Let us know in the comments.

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Is Jacobe Smith a BETTER MMA prospect than Gable Steveson? Brendan Schaub answers your questions on Big Brown Breakdown Live Chat Ep. 32, talking UFC 332, the sport’s next breakout stars, and the stories getting fight fans talking.

On this episode:

• Jacobe Smith’s potential—and why Brendan rates him so highly compared with Gable Steveson.

• Raoni Barcelos’ frightening injury against Raul Rosas Jr., the Damar Hamlin comparison, and whether the fight should be a no contest.

• Darren Till on BKFC—and why BKFC and Real American Freestyle (RAF) can succeed with...

UFC 332: the WORST main event ever… but there’s more to the conversation. Brendan Schaub gives his take, then talks BKFC 94, Tony Ferguson’s boxing chapter, and Dana White vs. Eddie Hearn on Big Brown Breakdown.

Also in this episode: Jake Paul’s comments on Anthony Joshua, Sean Strickland, drama involving Israel Adesanya, Paulo Costa, and Josh Hokit, and the question of Mikey Musumeci entering MMA. Plus, a BKFC cheap shot, Oregon vs. USC, and Jake Hager’s eye injury.

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Does being one of the greatest fighters ever automatically make you a great coach?

Brendan Schaub answers your Sunday Fan Questions and breaks down the difference between elite fighting ability and elite coaching, including what kind of coach Gable Steveson needs as he continues developing in MMA and whether a fighter like Jon Jones being an all-time great means his knowledge naturally translates to teaching.

Brendan also reveals his dream opponent, debates size vs. skill in wrestling, BJJ and MMA, compares Gi vs. No-Gi BJJ, and builds his ultimate...

Brendan goes LIVE for Big Brown Breakdown Live Chat Ep. 31 to break down the biggest stories in MMA right now, UFC 332, UFC BJJ, Islam Makhachev’s all-time ranking, Alex Pereira vs. Mike Tyson comparisons, and more.

Brendan reacts to the latest UFC 332 news and matchups, talks about the continued growth of UFC BJJ, discusses a question about Islam Makhachev as one of the top 3 fighters in the world today. He also dives into the comparisons between Alex Pereira and Mike Tyson.

Plus, Brendan responds to comparisons between his own early MMA career and Gable Steveson’s tr...

Brendan Schaub breaks down the biggest fallout from UFC 331, including Justin Gaethje’s comments on Ilia Topuria, the aftermath of Topuria’s latest fight, and Gable Steveson breaking his silence after his shocking KO loss. On Big Brown Breakdown Ep. 538, Brendan reacts to Gaethje saying Topuria may never be champion again, what the loss means for Ilia’s future, and where the division goes from here. Plus, Gable Steveson speaks publicly following the stunning result against Sean Sharaf, and Brendan examines what comes next for the Olympic gold medalist after one of the biggest surprises of UFC 331. The episode also c...

Brendan Schaub reacts to the fallout from Gable Steveson’s loss to Sean Sharaf at UFC 331 and asks the bigger question: how badly does Gable actually want to pursue MMA? Brendan breaks down why the Olympic gold medalist needs to lean much more heavily on his wrestling, whether Jon Jones is really the right blueprint for his fighting style, and why Gable’s path through wrestling, WWE, the NFL and eventually the UFC makes Brendan question where MMA ranks among his real priorities.

The Big Brown Breakdown live chat also gets into Sean Sharaf’s debt...

Sean Sharaf just delivered one of the most shocking moments of UFC 331, knocking out Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson in only 12 seconds. Brendan Schaub breaks down what went wrong for Steveson, why his lack of MMA experience is such a major concern, the technical red flags he saw immediately, and whether the UFC pushed one of its biggest heavyweight prospects onto the biggest stage far too early. Brendan also dives into Sharaf’s incredible story, his financial situation, and why he believes the UFC had an opportunity to completely change his life after the upset.

Plus, the Bi...

Could Jon Jones return if Tom Aspinall is unable to compete—and what must happen before Aspinall can even consider a rematch with Ciryl Gane?

On this Big Brown Breakdown Fan Questions episode, Brendan Schaub explains why Aspinall’s most important fight is with the health of his eye, not another UFC heavyweight. He also reacts to the possibility of Jon Jones returning, breaks down Cain Velasquez vs Shane Carwin, reveals the most technical performance of his UFC career and explains why UFC fighters will never receive equity in the company.

Brendan also answers questions abou...

Brendan Schaub reacts live to the insanity of UFC 331: Van vs. Pantoja 2, including Sean Sharaf knocking out Gable Steveson in only 12 seconds in one of the biggest upsets in UFC history.

Brendan breaks down the mistake that got Gable caught, why Steveson was rushed into the UFC and whether the highly touted heavyweight prospect can recover from this devastating loss.

Plus, live reactions to Arman Tsarukyan’s brutal knockout of Mauricio Ruffy, Patricio Pitbull stopping Dooho Choi, Joshua Van defeating Alexandre Pantoja and every major moment from UFC 331.

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Brendan Schaub reacts to the growing backlash surrounding Gable Steveson ahead of UFC 331. Can the Olympic gold medalist become the UFC’s next heavyweight superstar, or is his carefully controlled public persona preventing fans from connecting with him?

Brendan discusses Sean Sharif’s aggressive trash talk, whether provoking Gable could create an opening for a massive upset, and why Steveson may need to stop playing it safe and embrace becoming a full UFC villain.

The Big Brown Breakdown also previews UFC 331, including Arman Tsarukyan vs. Mauricio Ruffy, Joshua Van vs. Alexandre Pantoja, Aaron Pico’s new op...

Brendan Schaub reacts to Ilia Topuria accusing Justin Gaethje of having something “weird” inside his gloves—and explains why refusing to accept responsibility could be the biggest warning sign ahead of a potential rematch.

Justin Gaethje fired back after Topuria questioned his gloves, saying he has delivered the same kind of damage throughout his career. Brendan examines the available photos, explains how athletic commissions inspect MMA gloves and hand wraps, and gives his honest verdict on the growing UFC conspiracy theory.

Brendan also delivers his complete UFC 331 predictions for Joshua Van vs. Alexandre Pantoja, Arman Tsaruk...

Does the UFC need Ilia Topuria to defeat Justin Gaethje and remain one of the promotion’s biggest global superstars?

Brendan Schaub reacts to Luke Thomas’ theory that the UFC is booking immediate rematches to produce the outcomes—and champions—it originally wanted. Brendan explains why Topuria’s marketability, remaining career and potential historic event at the Colosseum could make an Ilia victory extremely valuable to the UFC.

The Big Brown Breakdown also covers Khamzat Chimaev vs. Sean Strickland, Alex Pereira’s potential path to another championship, Jon Jones’ exchange with Islam Makhachev, Brian Ortega withdrawing fr...

Tom Aspinall has officially vacated the UFC heavyweight championship after ongoing complications with the eye injuries he suffered against Ciryl Gane. With Aspinall unable to receive medical clearance, interim champion Ciryl Gane is now the undisputed UFC heavyweight champion—but did he actually earn it?

Brendan Schaub reacts to Aspinall’s heartbreaking announcement, examines Gane’s path to the championship and explains why he considers Gane one of the least deserving heavyweight champions in UFC history.

Brendan also recaps Ryan Garcia’s dominant performance against Conor Benn, breaks down Noche UFC, responds to Bobby Green’s claims a...

Is Gable Steveson really ready for the UFC’s best heavyweights? Brendan Schaub pumps the brakes on the hype surrounding the Olympic gold medalist, explaining why Steveson’s striking and defense still need work, why he’s at least four fights away from the top five, and what could happen if the UFC pushes him too quickly.

Brendan also answers fan questions about Tom Aspinall, Dana White and Francis Ngannou, Usman vs. Parnasse, Arman’s preparation, Rodtang vs. Demetrious Johnson-style mixed-rules fights, Bo Nickal and prospects entering the UFC too early, fighter pay, Paddy Pimblett discussing men’s mental h...

Brendan Schaub weighs in on the growing uncertainty surrounding UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall and says the UFC needs a real timeline for his return. Brendan is still an Aspinall supporter, but if Tom is six months to a year away from fighting, he believes the UFC has to consider stripping the belt and moving the heavyweight division forward.

Plus, Brendan reacts to UFC 332 and its controversial main event, discusses a potential Justin Gaethje vs. Ilia Topuria rematch, Alexander Volkanovski vs. Movsar Evloev, Alex Pereira’s heavyweight options, Ciryl Gane, Jon Jones, Islam Makhachev, Michael Chandler, Ryan Ga...

Brendan Schaub questions what Eddie Hearn has actually done for Tom Aspinall and other major MMA clients, arguing that Aspinall needs to get back to fighting while the UFC heavyweight division continues moving forward. Brendan also compares Aspinall’s situation to Jon Jones’ previous layoff and explains why he believes the two champions’ circumstances and UFC legacies aren't remotely comparable.

Plus, Brendan breaks down UFC Noche, Jean Silva vs. Jose Delgado, Brandon Moreno, Alexa Grasso, Curtis Blaydes, Tommy McMillen, Paulo Costa’s UFC contract situation, Dana White’s comments about Ilia Topuria, Arman Tsarukyan’s title chances, Shavkat Rakh...

Brendan Schaub reacts to Michael “Venom” Page leaving the UFC after completing his contract with a 5-1 promotional record. Did the UFC prioritize entertainment over winning, and why wasn’t MVP given more opportunities against ranked contenders?

Brendan also discusses Salahdine Parnasse’s dominant UFC debut against Dan Hooker, rumors of an immediate Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje rematch, Alex Pereira calling for another fight with Ciryl Gane, the struggling UFC 332 card, Alexander Volkanovski vs. Movsar Evloev and much more.

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Brendan isn't holding back on this one: UFC 332's main event puts Natalia Silva against Cong Wang for the flyweight title on CBS, and he calls it flat-out the worst main event in MMA history — a stacked undercard wasted, a title fight nobody's asking for, and a direct message to the matchmakers about what that does to the promotion's biggest broadcast platform yet.

Also in this one: Dan Hooker's rough night in Paris against a hard-charging French prospect (and why call-outs to Max Holloway, Ilia Topuria and Paddy Pimblett are premature), the UFC quietly cutting Michael "Venom" Pa...

Brendan Schaub is back answering your biggest UFC and MMA questions on BBB Fan Questions.

Brendan breaks down Islam Makhachev's chances of extending his historic winning streak at welterweight and explains why bigger fighters like Michael Morales and Ian Machado Garry could create serious problems for Islam. He also discusses whether UFC champions should be forced to fight twice a year, Sean O'Malley's next move, the possibility of a UFC legends card featuring Jon Jones, GSP and Conor McGregor, and why Michael “Venom” Page and Ian Machado Garry can produce frustrating fights.

Plus, Brendan weighs in o...

Brendan Schaub is back for another Big Brown Live answering fan questions and breaking down the biggest stories in the UFC and MMA.

Brendan weighs in on the state of the UFC heavyweight division and says Tom Aspinall may need to be stripped if he doesn't return by the end of the year. He also explains why Michael “Venom” Page's UFC run hasn't worked out, why the UFC and MVP may be headed toward a split, which rising prospect he believes could fight for a UFC championship within 18 months, and a potential Alexander Volkanovski vs. Justin Gaethje supe...

Brendan Schaub breaks down UFC Paris and explains why he thinks everyone is massively underestimating Dan Hooker against Salahdine Parnasse.

Despite Hooker entering as a huge underdog, Brendan believes his UFC experience, strength of schedule and urgency at this stage of his career could make him the perfect spoiler in Paris. He gives his prediction for the fight and explains why he believes we're about to see the best version of Dan Hooker.

Plus, Brendan discusses Michael “Venom” Page's future in the UFC, Marlon “Chito” Vera changing camps, Anthony Smith returning to competition, Khamzat Chimaev's potentia...

Brendan Schaub is back for another Big Brown Live breaking down the wild fake San Francisco 49ers player saga, the latest UFC and MMA talk, Dan Hooker being massively underestimated, the Dagestani fighting style, Sean O’Malley, Aljamain Sterling, Ilia Topuria and more.

Brendan also talks NFL and youth football, CTE, classic video games, cars, training, and answers questions from the live chat.

Dan Hooker is one of the biggest underdogs on the upcoming card, but Brendan thinks his strength of schedule makes the matchup much closer than the odds suggest.

Plus, Brendan co...

Brendan Schaub breaks down the blueprint for beating the Dagestani fighting style after Song Yadong’s huge win over Umar Nurmagomedov. Brendan explains why trying to match elite Dagestani fighters wrestling-for-wrestling is the wrong approach — and why knockout power, pressure, takedown defense and making them work could be the key.

Plus, Brendan reacts to the chaos after the fight involving Usman Nurmagomedov, what Umar’s loss means going forward, the UFC bantamweight title picture, Mike Perry’s injury, Dillon Danis pulling out, Tom Aspinall rumors, Jon Jones, Zabit Magomedsharipov and more from the MMA world.

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Brendan Schaub is back for another Big Brown Breakdown Fan Questions episode, answering your questions on the biggest topics in MMA and the UFC.

Brendan responds to criticism of his Bella Mir and Dana White's Contender Series take and reveals what Sean Strickland and others connected to the UFC told him about Bella's training before her loss. Brendan explains why he still believes both Bella Mir and her opponent were pushed onto Contender Series before they were ready.

Plus, Brendan talks Alex's heavyweight performance, the UFC heavyweight title picture, his biggest career “what if,” Fluffy Hern...

Brendan Schaub goes LIVE for another Big Brown Breakdown and responds to the fallout from his Bella Mir and Dana White's Contender Series rant.

Brendan reveals that UFC matchmakers reached out following his criticism of Bella Mir being pushed too quickly and shares a conversation with Sean Strickland about what he saw from Bella during training. Brendan explains why he still believes elite prospects are being rushed into the UFC before they're ready and why Contender Series needs a legitimate developmental system.

Plus, Brendan talks Dillon Danis pulling out against Mike Perry, rumors surrounding the...

Brendan Schaub reacts to Bella Mir’s shocking loss on Dana White’s Contender Series and explains why he believes the UFC system is rushing talented prospects before they’re ready.

Brendan breaks down Bella Mir’s MMA potential, the pressure of being Frank Mir’s daughter, why fighters need more professional experience before reaching the UFC, and why Dana White’s Contender Series should function more like a developmental league for MMA.

Plus, Brendan discusses UFC fighter management, fighter pay, Bo Nickal, Kevin Holland, Jon Jones vs. Demetrious Johnson in the GOAT debate, and more from th...

Brendan Schaub is back for another Big Brown Breakdown covering everything happening in the fight world.

Brendan breaks down the UFC heavyweight picture and explains why he believes the promotion keeps playing favorites with Ciryl Gane, reacts to the latest debate surrounding Cris Cyborg and Amanda Nunes in the women’s MMA GOAT conversation, discusses Sean O’Malley’s potential road back to a UFC title shot, and gives his predictions for where several UFC divisions could be headed.

Plus, Brendan talks rising prospects, the current state of the UFC roster, Israel Adesanya potentially making anothe...

Anthony “Fluffy” Hernandez suffered another setback at UFC Sacramento, and Brendan Schaub breaks down what the loss means for his future in the UFC.

Is Fluffy simply too small for the middleweight division? Brendan explains why Hernandez’s size is becoming a serious problem at 185 — but also why dropping to welterweight might not be the easy solution people think it is. Plus, what’s next for Gregory “RoboCop” Rodrigues after the win?

Brendan also reacts to Bo Nickal’s recent wrestling loss and pushes back against fans claiming Bo is “washed,” discusses UFC fighter pay, the UFC’s growing in...

Brendan Schaub answers your fan questions on a Sunday edition of Big Brown Breakdown and gets into some of the biggest debates happening in the UFC.

Islam Makhachev may have surpassed Anderson Silva’s legendary UFC winning streak, but does that automatically make Islam’s run more impressive? Brendan explains why he gives Anderson Silva the edge, arguing that Silva’s striking-heavy style exposed him to significantly more risk than the wrestling-based approach used by Islam and other elite Dagestani fighters.

Brendan also builds the perfect heavyweight to defeat Jon Jones, discusses whether Conor McGregor vs Ste...

Brendan Schaub is back LIVE for another Big Brown Breakdown covering the latest UFC and MMA news, answering fan questions and breaking down this weekend’s fights.

Brendan reacts to reports that Sean Strickland signed a massive $20 million deal and discusses just how significant that kind of money could be for a UFC fighter outside of Conor McGregor. He also revisits the continuing Din Thomas and Jillian Robertson situation, including Thomas cornering Sean Brady and why the controversy continues to create bad PR.

The show also gets into UFC fighter pay following the new media-rights de...

Brendan Schaub is back with another Big Brown Breakdown covering the biggest stories in MMA, UFC and combat sports.

The fallout surrounding Din Thomas and Jillian Robertson continues after Robertson rejected Thomas’ apology following his controversial comments about her career. Brendan breaks down why the situation keeps getting worse, the messages Robertson shared, Thomas saying his comments were partly for television and ratings, and the confusion surrounding his supposed retirement from cornering while still planning to corner Sean Brady.

The MMA world also begins piling on, with Kelvin Gastelum criticizing Thomas, Hector Lombard unloading on hi...

Brendan Schaub is back LIVE for another Big Brown Breakdown, reacting to the fallout from Islam Makhachev vs Ian Machado Garry and answering fan questions about the biggest stories in MMA.

Brendan doubles down on his criticism of Ian Garry’s game plan, explains why fighting defensively took away the weapons that make Garry dangerous, and debates whether Ian has the mentality necessary to become UFC champion. He also discusses Islam Makhachev’s move to welterweight, Michael Morales and Shavkat Rakhmonov as potential threats, and why he still believes Jon Jones has the stronger case as MMA’s GOAT...

Brendan Schaub reacts to UFC 330 and breaks down Islam Makhachev vs. Ian Machado Garry, why Ian’s performance left him frustrated despite his impressive takedown defense, and whether Garry has the killer instinct needed to become UFC champion.

Plus, the guys discuss Islam Makhachev’s place in the GOAT conversation, the future of the UFC welterweight division, Michael Morales and Carlos Prates, Mackenzie Dern’s win over Gillian Robertson, Din Thomas’ controversial comments after the fight, the changing mentality of modern UFC fighters, Alexander Volkanovski’s next fight, Aaron Pico vs. Arnold Allen, and more from the MMA world...

Big Brown answers your Sunday Fan Q’s! This week’s Q&A covers Conor McGregor, Max Holloway, Islam Makhachev, Ian Garry, Arman Tsarukyan, Paddy Pimblett, Diego Lopes, women’s MMA, and much more.

The biggest debate of the episode: should Conor McGregor really jump straight into a fight with Max Holloway after such a long layoff?

Big Brown breaks down why he believes Conor should get a different opponent first, comparing the situation to elite athletes in football, soccer, and baseball. He also explains why a long layoff can completely change the equation at the hi...

This episode of Big Brown Breakdown is all about UFC 330 and the massive Islam Makhachev vs. Ian Machado Garry welterweight title fight.

Brendan breaks down the biggest questions heading into the fight: Can Ian Garry's size create problems for Islam? Does Garry have enough power to actually hurt the pound-for-pound great? Can Islam's elite wrestling and grappling neutralize the bigger welterweight? And what happens to Islam's legacy if he keeps winning?

The guys also react to Ian Garry's recent press conference, his fight-week approach, his controversial persona, and why Brendan thinks Ian may be making...

Brendan Schaub breaks down UFC 330 and the massive main event between Islam Makhachev and Ian Machado Garry. Can Garry’s movement, striking and takedown defense solve the Islam Makhachev puzzle, or will Islam continue his historic run?

Brendan also breaks down Mackenzie Dern vs. Gillian Robertson, Ian Garry’s controversial fight-week interviews and PR strategy, what an Ian Garry championship would mean for the UFC, and whether Islam Makhachev is building a legitimate case as the greatest fighter of all time.

Plus, Joe Rogan’s thoughts on Islam potentially retiri...

Islam Makhachev's UFC GOAT case gets put under the microscope on Big Brown Breakdown.

With Islam Makhachev set to face Ian Machado Garry, Brendan Schaub breaks down Islam's resume, strength of schedule, inactivity, and whether his biggest wins are enough to put him in the UFC GOAT conversation.

Schaub goes through Islam's wins over Charles Oliveira, Alexander Volkanovski, Dustin Poirier and Jack Della Maddalena while comparing his resume to Khabib Nurmagomedov, Jon Jones and other all-time greats.

The episode also covers Ian Garry vs. Michael Morales, Kamaru Usman's future, Patchy Mix's UFC struggles...