The lightweight division is likely the most populated and talented division in MMA. That’s why you see 155-pounders come and go in the UFC, as well as control most of the seasons of The Ultimate Fighter.
Who are the future champions and contenders in the division? Who are the best up-and-comers that we should keep an eye on?
Well, our role here at The Beaten Path is to provide a guide for the best prospects in the sport. So without further ado, here are the 10 best non-UFC lightweight prospects in MMA.