7 UFC Fighters in Desperate Need of Change

Change isn't always a bad thing.

In fact, change can be a turning point in people's careers, allowing them to advance far beyond their wildest imagination.

The Ultimate Fighting Championship is an organization that is constantly changing and evolving each and every day.

The UFC is also home to several fighters who, plain and simple, need a change. A change could be all these fighters need, which in result could ultimately get their careers back on the right track.

So, let's take a look at the seven UFC fighters in desperate need of a change.

Nick Diaz: Trainer

What's the first thing that comes to mind when we think of Nick Diaz?

Headcase?

Well, probably.

However, while Diaz certainly needs to be responsible for his own actions, he also needs to surround himself with better individuals.

Starting with his trainer, Cesar Gracie.

As we know, leading up to his bout with B.J. Penn at UFC 137 it was Gracie who did the majority of the jawing back and forth.

Time for a change, Nick.

Chris Leben: Lifestyle

Chris Leben is considered by many to be one of the most likable fighters in any organization of MMA.

However, Leben's personal life has taken its toll on his career as he was recently suspended for a full year by UFC president Dana White for a failed drug test.

Leben tested positive for painkillers oxycodone and oxymorphone.

We can only hope Leben will make the most of his time off and come back to the Octagon a completely different fighter and man.

Jon Fitch: Style

As we've come to realize, Jon Fitch is one of best overall fighters in the welterweight division today.

However, Fitch's style has come to be considered as "boring," ultimately resulting in his inability to receive the fights he feels he deserves.

Fitch was recently knocked out by Johny Hendricks at UFC 141, which could be a blessing in disguise.

Moving forward, Fitch should focus on fighting more freely with a pinch of aggression and less concern with his technical skill set.

Clay Guida: Hair

Clay Guida has for quite some time been defined by his long, curly brown hair.

Guida's hair has been more of a trademark than anything as "The Carpenter" has made a run towards the top of the lightweight division.

However, Guida's come up short every time he reaches the throne.

Could a haircut be the next step?

Have your say, haters.

Josh Koscheck: Weight

Very similar to Jon Fitch, Josh Koscheck has undoubtedly established himself as one of the best 170-pound fighters in the UFC today.

However, while Koscheck may always be in the thick of things, he's yet to taste an ounce of gold.

With the emergence of Nick Diaz and Carlos Condit, it's likely Koscheck may never be declared the welterweight champion.

A transition to the middleweight division could be the best thing that's happened to Koscheck's career.

Nate Diaz: Attitude

More times than not, it's Nick Diaz who causes us to shake our heads or question what in the world is going on inside his head.

Lately, however, it's been his younger brother, Nate, who's stolen the show.

More specifically, leading up to his bout with Donald Cerrone at UFC 141, Diaz could have easily been mistaken for his brother based on his words and actions.

It's time for an attitude adjustment, Nate.

Tito Ortiz: Career

As much as we love Tito Ortiz and are thankful for all he's done for the UFC, it's time to hang up the gloves.

In respect to what he's accomplished, it'd only be right for Ortiz to retire before his career is tarnished any more than it already has been.

Ortiz's knowledge and passion for the sport of MMA could translate into an exceptional trainer.

 

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