Josh Emmett, Steven Asplund, UFC Fight Night: Emmett vs. Vallejos picks

Jim Norton and Matt Serra get one half of Saturday’s main event as Josh Emmett calls in first on a show also featuring heavyweight newcomer Steven Asplund.

Emmett previews his matchup with rising prospect Kevin Vallejos, reflecting on the experience he’s gained from years of facing elite competition and why his trademark power remains a dangerous equalizer even at 41 years old.

Later, Steven Asplund makes his UFC Unfiltered debut. A son of a fighter himself, Asplund walks through how he went from team sports to obesity issues, all in a roundabout journey to the fight game — where he is now 7-1 as a professional and looking to make his mark in the heavyweight division.

Plus, Jim and Matt close out the show by previewing Saturday’s UFC Fight Night card and making a few picks.

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