John Howard Released by UFC

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Howard confirmed the news in a video released through his Twitter page.

to seal his fate.

At the time of his fight with Brown, it was largely clear that the loser would be released, as Brown came in with a three-fight losing skid. Brown won in a 29-28, 29-28, 29-28 decision.

or DREAM and earn some paydays as he tries to build up his record.

"I'm not too mad about it," he said. "It's whatever, man. I tried my best. My last fight with Matt Brown, I didn't think I lost, but when it goes to the judges, that's what happens."

The 28-year-old Howard is now 14-7 overall.

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• John Howard at UFC 124

  John Howard is punched by Thiago Alves at UFC 124 on Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010 at the Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

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• John Howard at UFC 124

  John Howard is punched by Thiago Alves at UFC 124 on Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010 at the Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

  Esther Lin, MMA Fighting
• John Howard at UFC 124

  John Howard battles Thiago Alves at UFC 124 on Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010 at the Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

  Esther Lin, MMA Fighting
• John Howard at UFC 124

  John Howard loses to Thiago Alves via unanimous decision at UFC 124 on Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010 at the Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

  Esther Lin, MMA Fighting