“I Want My Family To Come Home Every Night”- Curtis Blaydes Makes A Statement On Black Lives Matter

UFC heavyweight Curtis Blaydes spoke to TSN’s Aaron Bronsteter on his views surrounding the climate of protests in the nation. The discussion surrounding systemic racism and police brutality has been renewed following the death of George Floyd. The people of America have banded together in protests to tackle an issue plaguing the nation for decades.

In light of the incident, ‘Razor’ Blaydes offered a unique perspective on the matter as multiple family members of his are involved in law enforcement. Amidst preparing for his main event match-up against Alexander Volkov, Blaydes explained the impact a movement had on black Americans countrywide.

Curtis Blaydes speaks out on the protests

“My dad is a police officer in Chicago, my younger brother is also a Chicago police officer. And my older brother is a Dallas police officer. I understand both sides. I want my family to come home every night. Then again, I also understand the views of the protesters.

There’s been a lot of injustices, a few bad apples are too many bad apples. They need to be dealt with. Protesting right now is the only way to get people’s attention.”

Curtis Blaydes has joined a host of black athletes who have spoken out against the racism faced by their communities. Several athletes from different sporting leagues have rallied together to root out the injustices faced by their people.

The Heavyweight contender spoke out on being a large black man in a predominately white neighborhood. He detailed the experiences of having to be constantly wary of his surroundings in today’s climate.

“I know we need police officers, I’m not against the police. It worries me that if I am walking outside at night time, walking my dog, someone might think I am up to no good. I am a large black man in a predominantly white area.”

‘Razor’ Blaydes is looking to solidify a title shot in the promotion with a win over Alexander Volkov on June 20th. Not to mention, he has managed to beat all the top contenders in the division, except for Francis Ngannou. Another emphatic victory could propel the contender to knock on the door of a title shot.