Erosa brings TUF, Contender Series, UFC experience to second Octagon run

As the saying goes, it’s hard to get into the UFC and even harder to stay there. So think about how difficult it is to get back once you’ve already had your shot.
Few fighters can speak to the frustrations of having to prove yourself all over again like Julian Erosa. The 29-year-old gets a second chance with the UFC on Saturday, when he fights Devonte Smith in a lightweight bout on the preliminary portion of UFC Denver.
A veteran of 27 pro bouts, Erosa (22-5) has been through the UF