Going into UFC Kansas City, Prates is the No. 13-ranked UFC welterweight. He can climb up several spots with a win over the No. 7-ranked Garry on Saturday. Could a title shot potentially loom for Prates if he emerges victorious?

Machado Garry thinks Prates stands out the least. "I just think they're all great, (but) I think Prates is the worst of the four," Garry told CBS Sports. "I think Ruffy is the best. The way Ruffy moves is phenomenal,

Ian Machado Garry survived a late scare to edge out Carlos Prates at UFC Kansas City and seize the backup role for the division's next title fight.