Twelfth-ranked Michael Johnson took his fourth straight win at UFC Fight Night 61 on Sunday as he earned a decision victory over Edson Barboza. Since his time on The Ultimate Fighter, Johnson has steadily improved and overcome multiple hurdles to look like the fighter that he is today.
If he is to become a contender in the very deep lightweight division, he will have to take some key victories over the upper echelon of the group. With that in mind, here is a look at five opponents who should be next in line for the Blackzilian standout.