Monday Morning Hangover: What’s next for Waldo Cortes-Acosta after suffering third straight loss?

Adam Guillen explores what is next for Waldo Cortes-Acosta after suffering a third-round stoppage loss against Johnny Walker at UFC Vegas 124. The defeat marked the first stoppage loss of Cortes-Acosta's career and his third consecutive setback, following prior decision losses to Alexander Volkov and Curtis Blaydes.

The writer argues that the defeat will likely push the No. 8-ranked heavyweight outside of the division's top 10 rankings. Guillen suggests Cortes-Acosta could next face Marcin Tybura, who is also enduring a three-fight losing skid and fighting to maintain his roster standing.