The state of Oregon has not had many MMA fighters, but they have had multiple natives achieve plenty of success in the sport. If someone were to make a Mount Rushmore of Oregonian fighters, the top four would have to be Chael Sonnen, Paige VanZant, Matt Lindland, and Colby Covington. They all faced adversity throughout their careers but still garnered success and notoriety in the sport.
Chael Sonnen
He started as an All-American wrestler at the University of Oregon but found his way into MMA and left a lasting effect on the sport. He used his wrestling base to force opponents to the ground where he could
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