Jackson McVey

Jackson McVey, an 8-2-0 American middleweight who fights from a southpaw stance, is a high-output striker with a developing submission threat and a clear preference for finishing exchanges early. “The Moose” lands 6.51 significant strikes per minute with 69% accuracy, production that identifies him as an aggressive volume striker despite his 0.00 takedown average per 15 minutes. His 1.2 submission attempts per 15 minutes show that he remains dangerous on the ground even without relying on offensive wrestling to create those opportunities.

Defensively, McVey absorbs 3.37 significant strikes per minute, while his low striking-defense rate indicates that his pressure-heavy approach can leave openings for opponents. He rebounded from consecutive submission defeats in 2025 with two first-round finishes in 2026.

McVey submitted Sedriques Dumas at 2:14 of the opening round in April, then stopped Wes Schultz by KO/TKO at 4:13 of Round 1 in August. Those victories followed losses to Brunno Ferreira by first-round submission and Zach Reese by second-round submission, results that underline both his finishing ability and his vulnerability in extended grappling sequences.

McVey’s recent 2-2 stretch presents a mixed but informative picture: dangerous offense, efficient striking, and proven submission capability, balanced against defensive questions. With no next opponent listed, he currently remains an unranked middleweight seeking sustained momentum.