Yes.

But for example, if Samuel Peter wins on FNF he will be back in contention despite beating a bum, Byrd would beat Samuel Peter to become number one contender for a title and he's back in it.

Wladimer got a shot at Brewster by beating Darnell Nicholson didn't he?

It does come down to style but all it takes is one win in the heavyweight division.Thats how bad it is.