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Welcome to the new MMA section. All articles are written by Joe Lash. Send Joe an e-mail here: [email protected]. MMA: The Ultimate Fighter Episode 1 Recap The 13th season of The Ultimate Fighter kicks off this year with an all welterweight cast. The two teams will be coached by recently dethroned heavyweight champion Brock Lesnar…

2011 Pro Day Results: March 30, 2011 Washington Mason Foster, OLB, Washington Height: 6-1. Weight: 245. Projected 40 Time: 4.66. Combine 40 Time: 4.65. Pro Day 40 Time: 4.70. Benchx225: 22. Vertical: 30.5. Arm: 31. Projected Round (2011): 2-3. 3/31/11: Mason Foster ran a slower 40 time at his Pro Day than he did in…

Strengths: Relentless in pursuit Lower and upper body strength Speed with a burst Reliable tackler Proven pass rusher with a few moves Smart with high football IQ Good character with leadership qualities Experienced 3-year starter Factor on special teams Weaknesses: Does not excel against the run Struggles changing directions Needs to do a better job…

Welcome to the new MMA section. All articles are written by Joe Lash. Send Joe an e-mail here: [email protected]. MMA: Bellator 39 Saturday, April 2, 9 p.m. ET, MTV 2 Bellator 39 features a lightweight title fight and two more fights in their lightweight and welterweight tournaments. Eddie Alvarez (21-2) vs. Pat Curran (13-3) Eddie…

Strengths: Athletic and instinctive Great leaping ability Quick feet Uses long arms to knock away passes High football IQ Durable Punt return skills Weaknesses: Interception skills lacking Press coverage needs improvement Inadequate recovery speed Prone to falling for double moves Hitter more than a tackler Summary: Aaron Williams is a skilled player who just needs…