Check here Jackson vs. Marcos prediction for Saturday fight. A sneaky banger is buried on the UFC on ESPN 67 main card as surging veteran Montel “Quik” Jackson meets undefeated upstart Daniel “Soncora” Marcos in a pivotal bantamweight bout. With 135-pound rankings on the line, both fighters bring crisp striking, tight defense, and sneaky grappling skills into this compelling striker-vs-counterstriker matchup.
Jackson (14-2) returns after starching Da’Mon Blackshear in 18 seconds, showing off the power and precision that have made him one of the most dangerous fighters in the division—if he lets his hands go. Marcos (17-0, 1 NC) is riding a 5-0 UFC run and coming off a split decision over Adrian Yanez where he outlanded his foe nearly 2-to-1 with calculated aggression and superb distance control.
Will the patient sniper Jackson break through Marcos’ granite defense and end the hype train, or will “Soncora” keep the pressure, pace, and perfect record intact?
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📺 Where to Watch Montel Jackson vs. Daniel Marcos? (May 3, 2025)
| Detail | Info |
| 🗓️ Date | Saturday, May 3, 2025 |
| 🕓 Time | Main Card – 9:00 PM ET |
| 🏟️ Venue | Wells Fargo Arena – Des Moines, Iowa |
| 📺 Broadcast | ESPN, ESPN+ |
💰 Jackson vs. Marcos Betting Odds
| Fighter | Moneyline | Record | Reach | Stance |
| Montel Jackson | -205 | 14-2-0 | 75″ | Southpaw |
| Daniel Marcos | +170 | 17-0-0 (1 NC) | 69″ | Orthodox |
📊 Tale of the Tape
| Stat | Montel Jackson | Daniel Marcos |
| Height | 5’10” | 5’7″ |
| Weight | 135 lbs | 135 lbs |
| Reach | 75″ | 69″ |
| Strikes Landed Per Min | 3.39 | 5.90 |
| Striking Accuracy | 53% | 53% |
| Strikes Absorbed Per Min | 1.42 | 4.25 |
| Striking Defense | 63% | 62% |
| Takedowns Per 15 Min | 3.41 | 0.59 |
| Takedown Accuracy | 71% | 50% |
| Takedown Defense | 69% | 88% |
| Sub Attempts Per 15 Min | 0.3 | 0.6 |
🔥 Betting Trends
- Jackson has won 5 of his last 6 bouts, finishing 3 of them.
- Marcos is unbeaten in his MMA career (17-0) and 5-0 in the UFC.
- Jackson lands fewer strikes but absorbs very little damage—just 1.42 sig. strikes per minute.
- Marcos has absorbed significant damage in his last two bouts but outlanded both opponents.
🌟 Key Factors to Watch
- Jackson’s patience & power: If he lets his hands go, Jackson is a problem. But when overly cautious, he can be out-volumed.
- Marcos’ volume vs. vulnerability: Marcos throws nearly 6 strikes per minute but gets hit a lot. Will Jackson’s counters find the mark?
- Grappling edge: Jackson’s takedowns (3.41 per 15 minutes at 71% accuracy) could be the X-factor if striking stalls.
🧠 Clutch Prop Bets
| Market | Odds |
| Jackson to Win by Decision | +175 |
| Marcos to Win by KO/TKO | +450 |
| Jackson to Win in Round 1 | +300 |
| Fight Goes the Distance | -125 |
| Jackson Over 2.5 Takedowns | -110 |
| Marcos to Land 100+ Significant Strikes | +200 |
💥 Same Fight Parlay
| Leg | Result |
| Jackson ML | ✅ |
| Fight Goes the Distance | ✅ |
| Marcos Over 50.5 Sig. Strikes | ✅ |
| +375 Odds Total |
🧠 ClutchBuzz Final Prediction
This one could get real tactical. If Jackson stays too patient, Marcos’ volume and output could sway the judges. But based on Jackson’s recent killer instinct and sharp wrestling advantage, we’re betting on “Quik” to mix in takedowns, land the cleaner shots, and slow Marcos down just enough to win on points.
📝 Final Pick: Montel Jackson by Decision
📈 Best Value: Jackson ML -205 / Decision +175
