Legendary UFC multiweight Rich Franklin made news last week, announcing that his next showing in the Octagon would be his last. He’s been a middleweight champion, a solid contender at 205 and has always been willing to fight anyone at any weight between the two. And now he knows it’s time to hang ’em up.
That’s more than some guys know when they get on the wrong side of the hill.
Considering age, recent performances and the general eye test, here are six dudes who should follow Franklin’s lead.