Curtis Blaydes compares Josh Hockett's behavior to Colby Covington's persona

Heavyweight Curtis Blaydes has addressed Josh Hockett's confrontational behavior, comparing it to Colby Covington's controversial promotional style. Blaydes acknowledged that Covington was actually good at backing up his trash talk with performance, suggesting Hockett may not be at that level. He stated that if Hockett wants to occupy that niche of promotional behavior, that's fine, but it's not Blaydes' approach. Blaydes believes Hockett is simply trying to create viral video moments and stated that interacting with him outside of fight week is a waste of time. The comments indicate Blaydes has no interest in engaging with Hockett's attempts at generating attention through confrontation.