Curtis Blaydes says he respects Josh Hewitt despite pre-fight antics

Curtis Blaydes stated that he respects Josh Hewitt despite all the words and behavior Hewitt displayed before their fight. Blaydes said it would be insincere and hypocritical to call Hewitt names when he can clearly fight. While Blaydes doesn't like Hewitt's personality or antics, he respects him inside the octagon when they face each other with gloves on. He questioned how he could not respect an opponent who steps into the cage against him.