Is Rick Story not feeling 100%?

[Rich Benjamins]

From this article: http://mmajunkie.com/2016/05/after-i...fight-night-88

"After the surgery, Story said he isn’t quite ready to go to the mat to say he’s never felt better, even at 31. But it’s also not too far off, either."

Is this saying he isn't quite what he used to be after the surgery?

"Physically, I feel stronger than ever. I guess I could say that, but I guess we’re not going to find out until I go out and perform and back that up I’m not overcommitting to anything, but I feel great."

Is this saying he's not sure that he feels that great? Maybe a bet against Story is in order.

[Rich Benjamins]

On this topic of scrutinizing fight interviews, this interview http://mmajunkie.com/2016/05/corey-a...tched-the-tape

Corey Anderson said he was worried about Shogun getting him with a "legendary heel hook". Who the hell is afraid of a heel hook in today's MMA? Also I've never seen Shogun get anyone in a heel hook. Makes Anderson look like he's got a low fight IQ.

[Ultimatemeatball]

On this topic of scrutinizing fight interviews, this interview http://mmajunkie.com/2016/05/corey-a...tched-the-tape

Corey Anderson said he was worried about Shogun getting him with a "legendary heel hook". Who the hell is afraid of a heel hook in today's MMA? Also I've never seen Shogun get anyone in a heel hook. Makes Anderson look like he's got a low fight IQ.

Rich,I remember Shogun getting a knee bar or heel hook on Kevin Randleman at a Pride event a while back. Made Randleman tap.

[JIBBBY]

Rick Story is a robotic striker.. Fights stiffer then a morning woody for starters.. Tough as nails though with decent wrestling..

So who is he fighting next? http://www.sherdog.com/fighter/Tarec-Saffiedine-21912

I got a little buzz and time on my hands so I'll break this down off the dribble.. Basic capping knowledge about to be dropped... I like streaks and trends so I'll lean on those at the start..

Let's begin -

Tarec recent trends - 9 of his last 11 fights have gone to decision, he's won 7 of those 9 decision wins. Since in the UFC 2 fights have gone decision and he got dropped by Rory Mac.. Look for yourself - http://www.sherdog.com/fighter/Tarec-Saffiedine-21912

Rick Story recent Trends - 4 of his last 5 fights have gone the distance in the UFC. Rick Story won 2 of 4 of those decision wins.http://www.sherdog.com/fighter/Rick-Story-25989

Then based on the fighters they faced I come to the conclusion both these fighters are going the distance in this fight. Both tough as nails and almost impossible to finish..

Now the real question is which fighter do you take by decision?.. VIA DECISION PROP (pending +odds)?

Well Tarec seems like he's more consistent with decision wins in recent fights. I know both these fighters so no need to check the film..

End quick capping stat result and the jury verdict is in -

TAKE TARIC SAFFIEDINE BY DECISION when the prop odds come out. Forget about the spit or unanimous because they're both sketchy.. Don't get greedy on this one..

[brooks85]

from what I read earlier it doesn't seem like tarec is even in the fight anymore

http://www.bloodyelbow.com/2016/5/22/11737912/ufc-tarec-saffiedine-most-likely-out-of-bout-with-rick-story