Daniel Santos

Daniel Santos, nicknamed "Willycat," is a 29-year-old Brazilian Orthodox fighter holding a 14-3-0 professional record with recent form of 4-2 over his last six UFC appearances. Santos operates as a volume striker with knockout power, landing 5.15 strikes per minute at 40% accuracy while absorbing 5.38 per minute and defending at 50%—metrics reflecting his aggressive, forward-moving style that prioritizes output over precision.

His takedown average of 2.60 per 15 minutes combined with 73% takedown defense indicates he's willing to engage on the mat but prefers to operate standing, where his 9.3 knockout score suggests finishing ability. Recent performances underscore this profile: Santos stopped JooSang Yoo via knockout in round two (October 2025) and earned a unanimous decision over JeongYeong Lee (May 2025), but suffered a second-round knockout loss to Dooho Choi (May 2026), demonstrating vulnerability to elite striking when the exchanges intensify.

His cardio score of 42.4 suggests moderate durability in extended fights. Santos remains an active featherweight contributor capable of exciting finishes but inconsistent against top-tier opposition, particularly strikers with superior timing and accuracy.