Mason Jones and Jeremy Stephens meet Saturday in the main card opener of UFC on ESPN 67 at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa. Check out this quick breakdown of the matchup from MMA Junkie analyst Dan Tom.
Last event: 2-4
UFC main cards, 2025: 37-33-1
Mason Jones vs. Jeremy Stephens UFC on ESPN 67 preview
Jones (15-2 MMA, 1-2 UFC) enters this fight on a four-fight winning streak. His current run which includes three stoppages under the Cage Warriors banner has led him to get another crack in the UFC. Jones’ first stint from 2021-22 saw one win, two losses and a no contest. … While Jones gets a second chance, Stephens (29-21 MMA, 15-18 UFC) gets his third in an opportunity to fill a slot in his hometown. After his most recent exit from the UFC, Stephens tested his skills under the PFL banner before dabbling in boxing and finding his stride in bareknuckle boxing.
Mason Jones vs. Jeremy Stephens UFC on ESPN 67 expert pick, prediction
Kicking off the main card in classic Joe Silva fashion is a lightweight bout between Jones and Stephens.
I’m unsure if it’s a one-off deal, but I’m happy to see the UFC brass bring back one of their veteran warhorses for a hometown scrap. Stephens will have an uphill battle, however, as he draws a Cage Warriors product in Jones.
I was a big fan of Jones in his first run with the promotion and don’t disagree with him being favored here, but the Welsch fighter’s porous defense and aggressive sensibilities will give Stephens ample opportunity to land some hard shots. Although it would be awesome to see Stephens return to form in his hometown, it’s hard to trust his game to hold up at this advanced stage of his career.
The pick is Jones by submission in Round 2.
Mason Jones vs. Jeremy Stephens UFC on ESPN 67 odds
The oddsmakers and the public are heavily favoring the Welschman, listing Jones -550 and Stephens +330 via FanDuel.
Mason Jones vs. Jeremy Stephens UFC on ESPN 67 start time, how to watch
As the main card opener, Jones and Stephens are expected to walk to the cage at approximately 10:10 p.m. ET. The fight broadcasts on ESPN 2 and streams on ESPN+.
This article originally appeared on MMA Junkie: Mason Jones vs. Jeremy Stephens pick, time for UFC Des Moines
Mason Jones and Jeremy Stephens meet Saturday in the main card opener of UFC on ESPN 67 at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa. Check out this quick breakdown of the matchup from MMA Junkie analyst Dan Tom.
Last event: 2-4
UFC main cards, 2025: 37-33-1
Mason Jones vs. Jeremy Stephens UFC on ESPN 67 preview
Jones (15-2 MMA, 1-2 UFC) enters this fight on a four-fight winning streak. His current run which includes three stoppages under the Cage Warriors banner has led him to get another crack in the UFC. Jones’ first stint from 2021-22 saw one win, two losses and a no contest. … While Jones gets a second chance, Stephens (29-21 MMA, 15-18 UFC) gets his third in an opportunity to fill a slot in his hometown. After his most recent exit from the UFC, Stephens tested his skills under the PFL banner before dabbling in boxing and finding his stride in bareknuckle boxing.
Mason Jones vs. Jeremy Stephens UFC on ESPN 67 expert pick, prediction
Kicking off the main card in classic Joe Silva fashion is a lightweight bout between Jones and Stephens.
I’m unsure if it’s a one-off deal, but I’m happy to see the UFC brass bring back one of their veteran warhorses for a hometown scrap. Stephens will have an uphill battle, however, as he draws a Cage Warriors product in Jones.
I was a big fan of Jones in his first run with the promotion and don’t disagree with him being favored here, but the Welsch fighter’s porous defense and aggressive sensibilities will give Stephens ample opportunity to land some hard shots. Although it would be awesome to see Stephens return to form in his hometown, it’s hard to trust his game to hold up at this advanced stage of his career.
The pick is Jones by submission in Round 2.
Mason Jones vs. Jeremy Stephens UFC on ESPN 67 odds
The oddsmakers and the public are heavily favoring the Welschman, listing Jones -550 and Stephens +330 via FanDuel.
Mason Jones vs. Jeremy Stephens UFC on ESPN 67 start time, how to watch
As the main card opener, Jones and Stephens are expected to walk to the cage at approximately 10:10 p.m. ET. The fight broadcasts on ESPN 2 and streams on ESPN+.
This article originally appeared on MMA Junkie: Mason Jones vs. Jeremy Stephens pick, time for UFC Des Moines
