Top 5 p4p willing to fight all-comers

[JT Rock]

Thanks for clearing that up, could make a reality show out of boxing negotiations, actually that's a million dollar idea right there. Thing is that, while he lost to Quintana he battered him in one round in the rematch much more convincing than Cotto did, and he still does hold a victory over Margarito. So technically he should still have some negotiating power at 147, even if he doesn't know how to use it. And while you say Phillips was over the hill, he showed he was still capable of being competitive with Spinks which is no easy feat. Holding wins over the current #1 and #6 ring rated fighters at 147 AND the current #3 ring rated fighter at 154 has to count for something.

I'd have Margarito much higher on the list than PW, for reasons so ably explained by Daxx, and think that PW likes to portray himself as being "avoided" but such appearance is overhyped to a certain extent. Also have to take some issue with Williams being "much more convincing" than Cotto against Quinitana (both A-listers too). He lost fight one in a decision for which there was absolutely no controversy, and caught him in round 1 in fight II for a quick KO. Don't think that "big picture" is "more convincing" viewed in its totality. Cotto made Quinitana quit on his stool and pretty much broke him down in "convincing" fashion -- much like AM did in KC II and ultimately against Cotto too..

Now if AM beats SSM (which I think he will), and a rematch with Cotto (or another bigger marquee name) doesn't materialize, then I think the PW boosters may have a case. But right now, I don't see it.

I was 2 rows back when Williams caught Quintana, and he did it by setting up his punches properly.. Williams was drained and lethargic for the 1st fight, you can see he didnt have the same fire and volume he usually does..

I honestly put Margarito and Williams on par with each other... The the hat has me confused is Tony's non interest in a rematch with Paul. He was quoted as saying he would like to fight Cotto or Pac in his next fight, with no mention of Williams.. The only man to give him a loss during his great run at 147

I can see Tony wanting to make $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ before risk losing to Williams by fighting Cotto/Pac 1st so I'm not faulting him, but it goes against the moniker and mystique he built for himself putting the money in front of the comp... As were learning these guys who are the best at what they do, shouldnt be expected to risk life, well being and miss out on career pay days.. At the end of the day, this is a job for them and how they provide and put food on their table, none of us would work for less than what we deserve, especially if we specialize in what we do