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Schaub on Conor McGregor's Injury, Defends Strickland & UFC Heavyweight Chaos | Big Brown Breakdown LIVE CHAT Ep. 13 Jul 28, 2026

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Conor McGregor's latest injury update has fans asking more questions than answers, and Brendan Schaub isn't convinced everything adds up.

On this episode of Big Brown Breakdown, Brendan gives his honest reaction to Conor's knee injury, why the lack of swelling and rehabilitation footage raises questions, and what it could mean for a potential UFC return.

Brendan also reacts to Sean Strickland's emotional interview with Sean Ryan, explaining why it completely changed the way many fans view the former UFC champion. Plus, he discusses Paddy Pimblett's rise, Tom Aspinall vs Ciryl Gane, Darren Till's BKFC matchup, Ian Machado Garry, Dustin Poirier's sponsorship controversy, Arman Tsarukyan's future, UFC heavyweight matchmaking, and much more.

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Brendan Schaub GOES OFF on Ian Machado Garry, UFC Champions & UFC 330 | Big Brown Breakdown Ep. 521 Jul 27, 2026

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Ian Machado Garry has become one of the most talked-about fighters in MMA, but according to Brendan Schaub, his biggest opponent might not be inside the Octagon.

On this episode of Big Brown Breakdown, Brendan breaks down Garry's recent interviews ahead of his fight with Islam Makhachev, explaining why he believes Garry's public image and promotional strategy are hurting his career despite being one of the UFC's most talented contenders. He also discusses Garry's comments, the response from Garry's family, and why this fight could completely reshape the welterweight division.

Brendan also reacts to UFC Abu Dhabi, gives his thoughts on the criticism surrounding the event, discusses Carlos Ulberg, Carlos "Enkh-Orgil" (Ankalaev discussion in transcript), Alex Pereira's heavyweight plans, Brandon Royval's claims about social media influencing UFC card placement, Herb Dean's recent criticism, Dillon Danis vs. Mike Perry, and why today's UFC champions simply aren't fighting often enough.

If you enjoy UFC news, MMA analysis, fight breakdowns, and behind-the-scenes discussions from Big Brown Breakdown, make sure to subscribe for new episodes every week.

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Tommy McMillan Is UFC's NEXT STAR? McGregor, MrBeast, Islam | Big Brown Breakdown LIVE CHAT Ep. 12 Jul 21, 2026

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Tommy McMillan continues to build serious momentum, and Brendan Schaub explains why the UFC needs to be patient instead of rushing one of its most exciting young prospects.

On this episode of Big Brown Breakdown, Brendan answers questions from the live chat covering Tommy McMillan's future, Conor McGregor's comeback timeline, Islam Makhachev's path at welterweight, Bo Nickal vs Khamzat Chimaev, Paddy Pimblett, Charles Oliveira, Sean O'Malley, UFC matchmaking, Ryan Clark's ESPN exit, MrBeast, and much more.

Brendan also gives advice to young fighters, discusses referee controversies, reacts to UFC rumors, shares stories from his own fighting career, and explains why proper fighter development matters more than chasing hype.

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Tommy McMillan STOLE the Show! DDP Beats Usman, UFC's Next Star | Big Brown Breakdown Ep. 520 Jul 20, 2026

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Dricus Du Plessis picked up another huge win over Kamaru Usman, but according to Brendan Schaub, the biggest story from UFC Fight Night wasn't the main event—it was the arrival of Tommy McMillan.

On this episode of Big Brown Breakdown, Brendan breaks down DDP's dominant performance against Usman, explains why Kamaru still has plenty left at welterweight, and discusses what's next for the UFC middleweight division with Khamzat Chimaev, Sean Strickland, Joe Pyfer, and the rest of the title picture.

Brendan also explains why Tommy McMillan may be the UFC's next breakout superstar, why the promotion needs to be patient with his development, and why Fatima Kline looks destined to become a future UFC champion.

Plus, Brendan reacts to Conor McGregor's latest injury update, Patty Pimblett reportedly being contacted for a role on MobLand, Colby Covington's performance at Real American Freestyle, Max Holloway's viral relationship story, Sean Strickland making headlines once again, Canelo Alvarez firing back at MMA fighters, and all the biggest news from the world of combat sports.

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Fan Questions: Brendan Schaub Breaks Down Conor McGregor's Future Jul 19, 2026

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Conor McGregor's future, Justin Gaethje's next fight, Bo Nickal's championship potential, and the UFC's biggest matchmaking debates all take center stage in this week's Fan Questions episode.

On this episode of Big Brown Breakdown, Brendan Schaub answers your UFC questions and gives his thoughts on whether Conor McGregor vs. Justin Gaethje is the fight the UFC should make, why champions should defend their belts before chasing double-champ status, and whether Conor is still the biggest star combat sports has ever seen. Brendan also discusses Tom Aspinall, Sergei Pavlovich, Bo Nickal, Gable Steveson, Charles Oliveira, Arman Tsarukyan, Max Holloway, Paddy Pimblett, and shares how he would fix the BMF title.

From heavyweight matchmaking to lightweight title contenders and some of the biggest "what if?" questions in MMA history, Brendan gives his unfiltered take on the topics fans are talking about most.

What do you think? Should Conor McGregor fight Justin Gaethje next? Does Arman Tsarukyan deserve the next lightweight title shot? Let us know your thoughts in the comments, and don't forget to leave your own Fan Question for a chance to have it featured in a future episode.

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Dricus Du Plessis vs Kamaru Usman Changes EVERYTHING | Big Brown Breakdown LIVE CHAT Ep. 11 Jul 17, 2026

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Dricus Du Plessis vs. Kamaru Usman is one of the biggest fights of the year, and the stakes couldn't be higher for both former champions.

On this episode of Big Brown Breakdown, Brendan Schaub answers your UFC fan questions, gives his official prediction for DDP vs. Usman, explains why this is a career-defining fight for both men, and breaks down what a win means for the middleweight title picture, Sean Strickland, and the future of the division.

Brendan also reacts to Conor McGregor's latest comments, discusses Tom Aspinall's heavyweight situation, Khamzat Chimaev's championship hopes, Colby Covington's return, Sean O'Malley, Tim Kennedy, Ben Askren, Justin Gaethje, Paddy Pimblett, Charles Oliveira, Ian Machado Garry, UFC matchmaking, fighter activity, and all the biggest storylines heading into another huge weekend of fights.

Topics include Dricus Du Plessis, Kamaru Usman, Conor McGregor, Sean Strickland, Tom Aspinall, Khamzat Chimaev, Colby Covington, Sean O'Malley, Ben Askren, Justin Gaethje, Paddy Pimblett, Charles Oliveira, Ian Machado Garry, UFC Fight Night, UFC news, MMA predictions, fight breakdowns, and much more.

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Conor McGregor Says It Should Be a NO CONTEST + DDP vs Kamaru Breakdown | Big Brown Breakdown Ep. 519 LIVE Jul 16, 2026

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Conor McGregor believes his latest UFC loss should be ruled a No Contest, and the debate is already dividing the MMA world.

On this episode of Big Brown Breakdown, Brendan Schaub explains why he agrees with McGregor's argument, breaks down the circumstances surrounding the injury, and discusses what it could mean for Conor's recovery, future rematch with Max Holloway, and the UFC's decision moving forward.

Brendan also previews the highly anticipated Dricus Du Plessis vs. Kamaru Usman showdown, gives his official fight prediction, analyzes Sean Strickland's path back to the middleweight title, discusses Khamzat Chimaev's championship hopes, and reacts to the latest news surrounding Justin Gaethje, Paddy Pimblett, Ilia Topuria, Charles Oliveira, Colby Covington, Israel Adesanya, Ryan Garcia, and more.

Topics include Conor McGregor, Dricus Du Plessis, Kamaru Usman, Max Holloway, Sean Strickland, Khamzat Chimaev, Justin Gaethje, Paddy Pimblett, Ilia Topuria, Charles Oliveira, UFC Fight Night, UFC news, MMA predictions, fight breakdowns, and much more.

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Conor McGregor Isn't Fighting for Greatness Anymore | Big Brown Breakdown LIVE CHAT Ep. 10 Jul 14, 2026

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Conor McGregor's future has become one of the biggest conversations in MMA following UFC International Fight Week, and Brendan Schaub doesn't hold back on where he believes the former two-division champion stands after another devastating setback.

On this episode of Big Brown Breakdown, Brendan explains why he believes McGregor is no longer fighting for greatness, what a return to the UFC could realistically look like, whether Michael Chandler is still the right opponent, and why BKFC or boxing may ultimately make more sense than another run at UFC gold.

The episode also dives into Paddy Pimblett's continued rise after his latest win, whether a fight with Ilia Topuria or Charles Oliveira should be next, Tom Aspinall's upcoming showdown with Ciryl Gane, and why the UFC lightweight division has never been more unpredictable. Brendan also gives his thoughts on Islam Makhachev vs. Ian Machado Garry, Justin Gaethje's future, Arman Tsarukyan's inactivity, Cody Garbrandt, Tony Ferguson, and answers fan questions covering the biggest stories across the sport.

From Conor McGregor's legacy and comeback plans to the future of the UFC's biggest stars, this episode covers everything happening in MMA right now.

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The Brutal Truth About Conor McGregor | Big Brown Breakdown Ep. 518 LIVE Jul 13, 2026

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Brendan Schaub breaks down everything from UFC 329, including Conor McGregor's heartbreaking return, the devastating injury that ended his comeback, and why he believes it's time for Conor to move on from the UFC.

Brendan also discusses Paddy Pimblett becoming the UFC's newest superstar, Gable Steveson's debut, Robert Whittaker's move to light heavyweight, Max Holloway, Mario Bautista, and what comes next for the biggest names in MMA.

Topics include:

Conor McGregor injury
UFC 329 reaction
Paddy Pimblett
Max Holloway
Gable Steveson UFC debut
Robert Whittaker
Mario Bautista
Justin Gaethje
Dominick Cruz's take on Conor
Brendan Schaub UFC analysis

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Big Brown Showdown UFC 329 Jul 12, 2026

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Recap of Brendan watching UFC 329 with you live and answering your YouTube membership questions.

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