Jack Slack Podcast 214 - The UFC APEX Slop will continue until morale improves
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Apr 6, 2025 Recent UFC events face harsh critiques over matchmaking and disappointing fight cards. Defensive strategies come into focus, highlighting the importance of movement and elbows against powerful opponents. The stagnation in the featherweight division raises eyebrows as fighters underperform. A critical look at officiating reveals frustrations, especially after a controversial illegal strike in a recent match. The discussion also glances back at boxing legends, reigniting nostalgia for iconic fighters like George Foreman.
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Capitalizing on Advantages
- Many good strikers aren't known for knockouts, not because they lack power, but because they fail to capitalize on advantages.
- They don't press their advantage when they land a good shot.
Willie Pep's Power
- Jack Slack discusses defensive boxers like Willie Pep, known for strategically using power.
- Pep saved his power for moments when opponents needed to respect it.
Murphy's Elbows
- Lerone Murphy used effective counter elbows against Josh Emmett, similar to Cory Sandhagen against Song Yadong.
- This tactic is useful against powerful opponents with strong chins.