5 Things You Didn’t Know About Matt Riddle’s MMA Career

1. He Was A Contestant On The Ultimate Fighter Reality Series

Matt Riddle was first introduced to UFC fans as a contestant on the seventh season of The Ultimate Fighter reality series. The coaches that season were none other than Rampage Jackson and Forrest Griffin.

Riddle wound up on Team Rampage, as the second overall pick. He went 1-1 on the show and was eliminated from the tournament after being defeated by Tim Credeur via armbar submission.

During his time on the show, the future NXT star earned a reputation as a practical joker who enjoyed a good prank. He was even given the nickname 'chipper' as he was always seen smiling.

Riddle managed to stand out in a series where fighters can often blend together. This helped him gain a minor cult following during his UFC run.

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From 1999-2003 Jacques performed on the Florida independent pro wrestling circuit. He also has an amateur wrestling background and currently holds a certification in Krav Maga. Jacques graduated from the University of Central Florida in 2003, with a bachelor's degree in Political Science. He currently resides in Chicago, Illinois. Follow him on twitter @goodeals79.