Aaron Pico is currently in an uncertain spot in his career due to issues with the PFL’s schedule.
Pico has publicly requested a full release from the PFL so that he can continue his career elsewhere, particularly the UFC. Should he get his wish, Pico would likely find himself matched up against some of the top names in the division.
The fellas at MMA Junkie Radio asked Pico to play a word association game to see how he would describe the UFC’s brightest at 145 pounds, using only a one-word response.
Here’s what Pico came up with:
Diego Lopes: “Jiu-jitsu.”
Sep 14, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Brian Ortega of the United States (red gloves) fights Diego Lopes of Brazil (blue bloves) during Riyadh Season Noche UFC 306 at The Sphere. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images
Alexander Volkanovski: “Warrior.”
ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 17: Alexander Volkanovski of Australia kicks Ilia Topuria in their featherweight title fight during UFC 298 at Honda Center on February 17, 2024 in Anaheim, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)
Josh Emmett: “Bricks.”
Dec 16, 2023; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Josh Emmett (red gloves) reacts after knocking out Bryce Mitchell (blue gloves) during UFC 296 at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports
“I think of bricks because he has some bricks in his hands.”
Yair Rodriguez: “Tricky.”
Jul 8, 2023; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Alexander Volkanovski (red gloves) fights Yair Rodriguez (blue gloves) during UFC 290 at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports
Movsar Evloev: “Wrestler.”
Dec 7, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, UNITED STATES; Movsar Evloev (red gloves) fights Aljamain Streling (blue gloves) at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images
Since Pico is known for his wrestling, a follow-up question was asked about matching up his American wrestling vs. Evloev’s Russian style:
“My wrestling is a lot better than his. I’ve watched all of his fights. I actually just watched three of his fights like two days ago. I study everybody, so I think my wrestling is a lot better than his.”
Max Holloway: “Legend.”
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – APRIL 13: Justin Gaethje and Max Holloway exchange strikes during their BMF title fight at T-Mobile Arena on April 13, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)
Ilia Topuria: “Rose.”
“I just think of rose because he always has a rose. That’s the first thing that came to my mind!”
Arnold Allen: “All-around.”
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – JULY 28: Arnold Allen of England punches Giga Chikadze of Georgia in a featherweight bout during the UFC 304 event at Co-op Live on July 28, 2024 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Ben Roberts Photo/Getty Images)
