USA TODAY Sports/MMA Junkie rankings, July 15: Welcome to the chart, Valter Walker
The UFC touched down in "Music City" with heavyweights at the top of the bill.
Derrick Lewis took out the unbeaten Tallison Teixeira in 35 seconds – though it came with some controversy for a supposed early stoppage. What effect did that have on Lewis' spot in the heavyweight top 15?
One heavyweight who has made a quick impact is Valter Walker. His third straight first-round UFC stoppage win – and third straight by heel hook, a new record – has him onto the chart for the first time and no doubt looking to make a fast climb.
Check out all the latest moves in the USA TODAY Sports/MMA Junkie MMA rankings.
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