Result
FinalMMA

Frankie Edgar vs Tyson Griffin — Fight recap

Frankie Edgar Winner
Decision - Unanimous
R35:00
Tyson Griffin

Fight statistics

This fight
Frankie EdgarTyson Griffin
0Knockdowns0
55 / 100Significant strikes38 / 115
92 / 141Total strikes42 / 119
8 / 15Takedowns3 / 6
4:59Control time1:38

Strike targeting

This fight · Strikes landed
Frankie Edgar
Frankie Edgar · Strikes landed: 55 Head78%43/55 Body20%11/55 Leg2%1/55
Tyson Griffin
Tyson Griffin · Strikes landed: 38 Head47%18/38 Body26%10/38 Leg26%10/38
Current career comparison
Frankie EdgarTyson Griffin
45Age—
5' 6Height—
68Reach—
3.77Strikes landed / min—
40%Strike accuracy—
65%Strike defense—
2.29Takedowns / 15 min—
65%Takedown defense—
Match report

Frankie Edgar defeated Tyson Griffin by unanimous decision over three rounds on February 3, 2007, in a bout that showcased Edgar's superior wrestling and striking efficiency. Edgar landed 55 of 100 significant strikes at 55% accuracy while controlling the cage for nearly five minutes, compared to Griffin's 38 of 115 at 33%.

The wrestling disparity proved decisive: Edgar secured 8 of 15 takedown attempts (53%) and maintained dominant positioning throughout, while Griffin managed only 3 of 6 attempts despite landing four submission bids that never materialized. Edgar's striking accuracy extended to his body work, where he connected on 11 of 12 attempts, demonstrating precise target selection.

The unanimous decision victory established Edgar as a rising featherweight contender capable of neutralizing opponents across multiple disciplines.