Around The Horn

Lots of little things to talk about in the world of MMA this week...

The Dayton Daily News is reporting that the result of Sean Sherk's suspension appeal will be announced later this week, essentially determining the fate of the LW division. Dana White, although a long time supporter of Sherk, has announced that if the suspension sticks, Sherk will be stripped of the belt. If this is the case, we should see BJ contend for the title soon or at least compete in some sort of unofficial 4 man tournament.

MMAJunkie is reporting that highly-regarded Middleweight (and probably the highest ranked outside of Silva/Hendo) has been knocked out in his first round fight with Yoshihiro Akiyama this past weekend at a HEROs event. With Paulo Filho's lackadaisical performances of late combined with this most recent disappointment in the division, it is clear that Silva stands alone.

Bubba The Love Sponge is reporting that Dan Henderson may fight at 185 lbs. at the December UFC 79 event. Although he would not fight Silva, who would have to come in on just two months rest, the addition of Henderson makes 79 one of the most stacked cards since UFC 52. Serra/Hughes, Wanderlei/Liddell, and now Henderson offer enough star power to headline three events, but we'll get to see it all in one night. Order it up now!