Kevin Vallejos

The future of the UFC is already here. From breakout prospects to future title challengers, these are the fighters with the highest ceiling in each division right now. Some are already making noise, others are only a few fights away from challenging for the title but every one of them has the tools to reach the top. As always this is subjective so let me know who you think I missed. #ufc #mma #navajostirling #quillansalkilld #paytontalbott Kavanaugh has all the tools to become a future title challenger. While he’s had a few setbacks, he’s consistently shown he can hang with the elite of the elite. His speed, sharp boxing, and composure under the brightest lights have all stood out. At just 27, he’s still developing, and if he continues progressing the way he has, his ceiling is incredibly high. Following his first career loss to Raoni Barcelos, Payton Talbott responded by showing major improvements in his grappling. Combined with his elite striking and athleticism, he still has the highest ceiling at bantamweight. Kevin Vallejos has all the tools to become a future featherweight champion. At just 24, he’s already shown elite boxing, knockout power, composure under pressure, and the ability to improve every time he steps into the Octagon. After a dominant start to his UFC career, he’s looking like the division’s next star. Quillan Salkilld has the highest ceiling at lightweight because he has the complete package. He’s a clean, technical striker, who can finish anyone in the feet, a good grappler who can control or finish fights on the ground, and he keeps getting better every time out. Jacobe Smith has all the tools to become a future star at 170. Elite wrestling, explosive athleticism, improving striking, and he’s still only scratching the surface of his potential. If he keeps developing, don’t be surprised if he’s fighting for a welterweight title in the years ahead. The power is obvious, but it’s the athleticism, speed, and how quickly Gautier is developing that make him so intriguing. If he keeps putting the pieces together, don’t be surprised to see him continue to climb up the rankings Navajo Stirling is my pick f

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