Penn Has An Answer For Edgar

BJ Penn is quietly preparing for his upcoming rematch for the UFC lightweight title against current champion Frankie Edgar, and he’s as confident as ever. Penn losing to Edgar was considered to be a huge upset, and Penn doesn’t think that he showed his opponent much of what he can do, nor do I.  Here’s the quote, via BJPenn.com:

“Without giving too much away, I really don’t think he’ll be able to compete with me come August 28th. I think we’re going to have too much for him. I think he’s going to have a false sense of security. He really doesn’t know who I am after the first fight. He’s going to be shocked when he finds out the real me.”

Sounds like Penn still has the same swagger as always. UFC 118 is set for August 28 in Boston, and will also feature another big lightweight bout between Kenny Florian and Gray Maynard, possibly setting up the next contender for the lightweight title.

Many feel, as do I, that Maynard has gotten shafted in his pursuit of the title, first losing out to Edgar (whom he had previously beaten) and now losing to a re-match involving a former champion.  Florian had his shot at the title and lost, while Maynard steadily worked his way through the division, patiently waiting his turn.