On the countdown show BJ said Diego is an overachiever who has gotten further than he should have because he is mentally tough.
I never thought of it that way but really, I agree. I mean Diego has mediocre at best striking which is only effective because of his solid jaw and rapid pace, his wrestling is average, his BJJ is above average but far from great.
BJ didn't mean anything by it that Diego was an overachiever in which is he. I dont know how people can hate BJ these days he is a lot more humble and a better fighter cause of it.
I have respect for Diego's skills...he may be a weirdo but the dude has drive and confidence that not many fighters can match. He's a great athlete, great wrestling and elite cardio.
The problem in my opinion is BJ cannot be taken down or knocked out at LW. Hell, he can't even be knocked DOWN at LW, then add his jitz (also best in the LW division) and finally fixing the only hole in his game - cardio.
I don't really like or dislike BJ, but i love watching him fight. Currently he has zero weaknesses. I don't think i can honestly say any of the other 4 champs are without weakness.
BJ is a beast who is now in shape and motivated. Diego's only hope in hell is to win a decision.
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