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Bryce Mitchell Says UFC Return Uncertain, Floats 'Blue Collar' Life if No Bout Offered

His seven-month layoff follows public condemnation of his podcast remarks by UFC leadership, with reporting indicating the controversy has made him difficult to book.

Overview

  • Mitchell said on the Red Hawk Recap podcast that he wants any matchup but may not receive another UFC fight and would switch to blue-collar work if no offer arrives.
  • He has been inactive since a unanimous-decision win over Said Nurmagomedov at UFC Abu Dhabi in July 2025 during his return to bantamweight.
  • Dana White previously described Mitchell’s comments as “beyond disgusting” and called him a “moron” while declining to impose disciplinary action, citing free speech.
  • Coverage from MMA outlets notes his inflammatory and anti-Semitic remarks have damaged his standing and made him harder for the promotion to market.
  • The former The Ultimate Fighter contestant once rode a five-fight UFC streak capped by a win over Edson Barboza before losses to Ilia Topuria, Josh Emmett, and Jean Silva stalled his ascent.