Overview
- Everett secured a UFC contract after knocking out Ozzy Martin at 1:57 of round one on Dana White’s Contender Series on Oct. 6.
- Dana White personally presented the contract and praised Everett, and White said matchmakers had evaluated the fight before the offer.
- Everett has said he will continue working as Dana White’s runner and assistant while he heals from swelling and resumes training.
- He is targeting a promotional debut in the first quarter of 2027 but the UFC has not announced an official date or opponent.
- The case highlights how DWCS rewards quick finishes as a fast track to the roster and raises optics questions about signing an employee who still works inside UFC headquarters.