Anderson dos Santos

Angelo leans dos Santos, noting that Johns has cardio issues and gasses. He says dos Santos has good jiu-jitsu and power, and if he survives the early rounds, he can submit or knock out a tired Johns. He acknowledges Johns is the favorite for a reason.

Big Brady likes Miles Johns as a young, improving fighter with a wrestling background and solid takedown defense. He notes Anderson dos Santos is older, has taken a lot of damage, and has poor striking defense. He predicts Johns will keep the fight standing and land a second-round knockout, though he warns dos Santos is dangerous on the ground. He had a bet on Johns at -170 but is waiting for a better line.

Cody picks Johns, citing his superior wrestling and athleticism. He notes that dos Santos is plodding and hittable, and that Johns should be able to win two of three rounds. He is not concerned about the COVID layoff for dos Santos.

Daniel Levi picks Miles Johns via decision, citing Johns' ability to play it safe, stall, and win rounds by mixing takedowns and control time. He acknowledges that Anderson dos Santos has finishing upside and is a tough journeyman, but believes Johns' wrestling and game management will carry him to a decision win, especially with Texas judges potentially favoring the local fighter.

Dos Santos can create chaos on the feet with reckless striking, which may force a desperation takedown from Johns. Once on the ground, dos Santos can lock up a submission. Johns has good wrestling and power but questionable cardio, and if he slows down, dos Santos can capitalize. A club-and-sub situation is live.

Paul does not make a clear pick. He previously called it a dogger pass and nothing has changed.