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Edward Benson Herman (born October 2, 1980) is an American former professional mixed martial artist who competed in the Light Heavyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. A professional competitor from 2003 to 2023, Herman was a finalist on SpikeTV's The Ultimate Fighter 3, and has also competed for Strikeforce and Pancrase.

Key Information

At the time of his retirement, Herman had the longest uninterrupted tenure on the active roster in the UFC (made promotional debut on June 24, 2006).[8]

Background

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Herman was born and primarily raised in Vancouver, Washington,[9][10] by his father who competed in wrestling for The University of Iowa. Herman attended Columbia River High School where he competed in wrestling and football during his junior and senior years. Shortly after high school Herman began training in mixed martial arts at Team Quest.[11]

Mixed martial arts career

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SportFight

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After compiling a 4–1 record under the SportFight banner, a 24 year old Ed Herman would capture the light heavyweight championship against eventual UFC light heavyweight champion Glover Teixeira at SF 9: Respect.[12] After the bout Glover would go on a 20 fight, 9 year unbeaten streak.[13] Herman would never defend the belt, and shortly after would be selected to be a participant on SpikeTV's The Ultimate Fighter.

The Ultimate Fighter

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While on the third season of The Ultimate Fighter, he won a preliminary victory against Danny Abaddi via armbar submission. In the semifinals, he defeated Rory Singer via rear-naked choke submission. He then lost to Kendall Grove in the finals by unanimous decision. Despite his loss, Herman was subsequently awarded a contract by UFC president Dana White based on his performance.

Ultimate Fighting Championship

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Herman made his UFC debut at The Ultimate Fighter 3 Finale, where he lost to Kendall Grove in the finals by unanimous decision.

Herman lost his second fight to Jason MacDonald at Ortiz vs. Shamrock 3: The Final Chapter via triangle choke submission in round one.

At UFC Fight Night: Evans vs Salmon, Herman scored his first UFC victory in a Catchweight contest defeating Chris Price via armbar midway through round one. At the weigh in Herman made the 186 lb limit however Price did not take to the scales, coming back later that evening to record 192 lb.

Herman won his second consecutive UFC fight by defeating Scott Smith via rear-naked choke submission. This fight was held at UFC 72 in Belfast, Northern Ireland. Herman won Submission of the Night honors for his performance.

In Herman's fourth UFC fight, he took on Canadian fighter Joe Doerksen at UFC 78 who held a prior victory over Herman via submission. Herman avenged that loss, winning the fight by knocking Doerksen out in the third round and receiving Knockout of the Night honors in the process.

At UFC 83, Herman took on undefeated Brazilian fighter Demian Maia. Herman lost to Maia by triangle choke submission in the second round.

At UFC Fight Night: Diaz vs. Neer, Herman lost by split decision to Alan Belcher.

Herman's next fight came at UFC 97, where he defeated David Loiseau via unanimous decision.

In his fight against Aaron Simpson, Herman's knee was caught in a bad position near the end of the first-round during a takedown, with his opponent landing on the knee. Herman most likely sustained a serious injury at this point, visibly having trouble putting any weight on the injured leg after the round ended. Herman seemed to recover, and answered the bell for the second round. Early in the second, however, Herman further injured his knee attempting a high-kick, causing him to collapse to the mat in pain and the fight to be stopped.

Herman faced Tim Credeur on June 4, 2011, at The Ultimate Fighter 13 Finale,[14] winning via TKO 48 seconds into the first round.

Herman then stepped in to replace an injured Tom Lawlor against Kyle Noke at UFC on Versus 5 on August 14, 2011.[15] Herman defeated Noke by submission (heel hook) in the first round.[16]

Herman faced Clifford Starks on February 4, 2012, at UFC 143.[17] He won the fight via submission in the second round.

Herman faced Jake Shields on August 11, 2012, at UFC 150.[18] Herman lost to Shields via unanimous decision. However, on October 12, 2012, it was revealed that Shields has tested positive for a banned substance and the result was overturned to a No Contest.[19]

For the Strikeforce promotion's final show, Herman was allowed to step away from the UFC for one fight and signed to face Ronaldo Souza at Strikeforce: Marquardt vs. Saffiedine on January 12, 2013.[20] Herman took the fight after several UFC fighters turned it down. He lost the fight via submission in the first round.

Herman faced Trevor Smith on July 27, 2013, at UFC on Fox 8.[21] He won the fight by split decision. The win also earned Herman his second Fight of the Night bonus award.[22]

Herman was expected to face Rafael Natal on November 16, 2013, at UFC 167.[23] However, Natal was pulled from the pairing with Herman in favor of a bout with Tim Kennedy on November 6, 2013, in the event headliner at UFC Fight Night 31.[24] Herman instead faced Thales Leites.[25] He lost the fight via unanimous decision.

Herman faced Rafael Natal on May 10, 2014, at UFC Fight Night 40.[26] He won the fight via unanimous decision.

Herman was expected to face Derek Brunson on December 13, 2014, at UFC on Fox 13.[27] However, the fight was scrapped just hours before the fight, as Brunson was stricken with a stomach ailment.[28] Subsequently, the bout with Brunson was rescheduled and took place on January 31, 2015, at UFC 183.[29] Herman lost the fight via TKO in the first round.

Herman faced Tim Boetsch in a light heavyweight bout on January 17, 2016, at UFC Fight Night: Dillashaw vs. Cruz.[30][31] He won the fight via TKO in the second round and earned a Performance of the Night bonus.[32][33]

Herman faced Nikita Krylov on July 30, 2016, at UFC 201.[34] He lost the fight via knockout due to a head kick in the second round.[35]

Herman was expected to face Igor Pokrajac on March 4, 2017, at UFC 209.[36] However, Pokrajac pulled out of the fight in early February citing an injury, and was replaced by Gadzhimurad Antigulov.[37] Subsequently, on February 20, Herman revealed that he was injured and would be unable to compete at the event.[38]

Herman faced C. B. Dollaway on July 7, 2017, at The Ultimate Fighter 25 Finale.[39] He lost the back-and-forth bout via unanimous decision.[40]

Herman faced Gian Villante on October 27, 2018, at UFC Fight Night 138.[41] He lost the back-and-forth fight via split decision.[42]

Herman faced Patrick Cummins on May 18, 2019, at UFC Fight Night 152.[43] He won the fight via TKO in the first round.[44]

Marking the first fight of his new four-fight contract with the UFC, Herman was expected to face Gadzhimurad Antigulov on November 9, 2019, at UFC Fight Night 163.[45][46] However, on October 29, 2019, it was reported that Antigulov was pulled from the bout for undisclosed reason and he was replaced by Khadis Ibragimov.[47] He won the fight via unanimous decision.[48]

Herman was scheduled to face Da Un Jung on May 2, 2020, at UFC Fight Night: Hermansson vs. Weidman.[49] However, on April 9, Dana White, the president of UFC announced that the event was postponed to a future date.[50] The bout with Jung was expected to take place on August 1, 2020, at UFC Fight Night: Brunson vs. Shahbazyan.[51] However, Jung was removed from the bout on July 23 due to alleged travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic.[52] In turn, Herman was rebooked to face Gerald Meerschaert at the event.[53] On the day of the event, Meerschaert was pulled out due to testing positive for COVID-19 and the bout was cancelled.[54] It was rescheduled for September 12, 2020, at UFC Fight Night 177.[55] However, Meerschaert withdrew from the bout again for undisclosed reasons and he was briefly replaced by John Allan.[56] In turn, Allan was removed from the fight in early September as he faced travel restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic and was replaced by Mike Rodríguez.[57] During the second round Rodríguez dropped Herman with a knee to the body that was called as an illegal low blow by the referee. However, further replay showed it was a legal strike to the midsection. Herman was given extra time to recover, and went on to win the fight via kimura submission in round three.[58]

Herman was scheduled to face Danilo Marques on June 26, 2021, at UFC Fight Night 190.[59] However, Herman was removed from the card due to undisclosed reasons on June 14 and replaced by Kennedy Nzechukwu.[60]

Herman faced Alonzo Menifield on August 7, 2021, at UFC 265.[61] He lost the fight via unanimous decision.[62]

Herman was expected to face Maxim Grishin on February 12, 2022, at UFC 271.[63] However, Herman pulled out of the bout and was replaced by William Knight.[64]

Herman faced Zak Cummings on April 15, 2023, at UFC on ESPN 44.[65] He lost the fight via TKO in the third round. After the fight, both Herman and Cummings announced their official retirement from mixed martial arts competition.[66]

Personal life

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Herman lives with his girlfriend Crystal and her daughter. The couple had twins in January 2008. Before becoming a full-time professional fighter, Herman worked as a bartender and bouncer. He also has a younger brother and two step-sisters.[67] In September 2017, Herman lost the tip of the index finger on his left hand as a result of a DIY plumbing accident at his home.[68]

Championships and accomplishments

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Mixed martial arts record

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Professional record breakdown
43 matches 26 wins 16 losses
By knockout 7 4
By submission 14 6
By decision 5 6
No contests 1
Res. Record Opponent Method Event Date Round Time Location Notes
Loss 26–16 (1) Zak Cummings TKO (punches) UFC on ESPN: Holloway vs. Allen April 15, 2023 3 4:13 Kansas City, Missouri, United States Herman was deducted 1 point in round 2 due to an illegal upkick.
Loss 26–15 (1) Alonzo Menifield Decision (unanimous) UFC 265 August 7, 2021 3 5:00 Houston, Texas, United States
Win 26–14 (1) Mike Rodríguez Submission (kimura) UFC Fight Night: Waterson vs. Hill September 12, 2020 3 4:01 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win 25–14 (1) Khadis Ibragimov Decision (unanimous) UFC Fight Night: Magomedsharipov vs. Kattar November 9, 2019 3 5:00 Moscow, Russia
Win 24–14 (1) Patrick Cummins TKO (knee and punches) UFC Fight Night: dos Anjos vs. Lee May 18, 2019 1 3:39 Rochester, New York, United States
Loss 23–14 (1) Gian Villante Decision (split) UFC Fight Night: Volkan vs. Smith October 27, 2018 3 5:00 Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
Loss 23–13 (1) C. B. Dollaway Decision (unanimous) The Ultimate Fighter: Redemption Finale July 7, 2017 3 5:00 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Loss 23–12 (1) Nikita Krylov KO (head kick) UFC 201 July 30, 2016 2 0:40 Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Win 23–11 (1) Tim Boetsch KO (knee) UFC Fight Night: Dillashaw vs. Cruz January 17, 2016 2 1:39 Boston, Massachusetts, United States Return to Light Heavyweight. Performance of the Night.
Loss 22–11 (1) Derek Brunson TKO (punches) UFC 183 January 31, 2015 1 0:36 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win 22–10 (1) Rafael Natal Decision (unanimous) UFC Fight Night: Brown vs. Silva May 10, 2014 3 5:00 Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
Loss 21–10 (1) Thales Leites Decision (unanimous) UFC 167 November 16, 2013 3 5:00 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win 21–9 (1) Trevor Smith Decision (split) UFC on Fox: Johnson vs. Moraga July 27, 2013 3 5:00 Seattle, Washington, United States Fight of the Night.
Loss 20–9 (1) Ronaldo Souza Submission (kimura) Strikeforce: Marquardt vs. Saffiedine January 12, 2013 1 3:10 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States Catchweight (194 lb) bout.
NC 20–8 (1) Jake Shields NC (overturned by commission) UFC 150 August 11, 2012 3 5:00 Denver, Colorado, United States Originally a unanimous decision win for Shields; overturned after he tested positive for a banned diuretic.
Win 20–8 Clifford Starks Submission (rear-naked choke) UFC 143 February 4, 2012 2 1:43 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Win 19–8 Kyle Noke Submission (inverted heel hook) UFC Live: Hardy vs. Lytle August 14, 2011 1 4:15 Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
Win 18–8 Tim Credeur TKO (punches) The Ultimate Fighter: Team Lesnar vs. Team dos Santos Finale June 4, 2011 1 0:48 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Loss 17–8 Aaron Simpson TKO (knee injury) UFC 102 August 29, 2009 2 0:17 Portland, Oregon, United States
Win 17–7 David Loiseau Decision (unanimous) UFC 97 April 18, 2009 3 5:00 Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Loss 16–7 Alan Belcher Decision (split) UFC Fight Night: Diaz vs. Neer September 17, 2008 3 5:00 Omaha, Nebraska, United States
Loss 16–6 Demian Maia Technical Submission (triangle choke) UFC 83 April 19, 2008 2 2:27 Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Win 16–5 Joe Doerksen KO (punch) UFC 78 November 17, 2007 3 0:39 Newark, New Jersey, United States Knockout of the Night.
Win 15–5 Scott Smith Submission (rear-naked choke) UFC 72 June 16, 2007 2 2:25 Belfast, Northern Ireland Submission of the Night.
Win 14–5 Chris Price Submission (armbar) UFC Fight Night: Evans vs. Salmon January 25, 2007 1 2:58 Hollywood, Florida, United States Submission of the Night.
Loss 13–5 Jason MacDonald Submission (triangle choke) Ortiz vs. Shamrock 3: The Final Chapter October 10, 2006 1 2:43 Hollywood, Florida, United States
Loss 13–4 Kendall Grove Decision (unanimous) The Ultimate Fighter: Team Ortiz vs. Team Shamrock Finale June 24, 2006 3 5:00 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Lost The Ultimate Fighter 3 Middleweight tournament. Fight of the Night.
Win 13–3 Dave Menne TKO (corner stoppage) Extreme Challenge 63 July 23, 2005 1 5:00 Hayward, Wisconsin, United States
Win 12–3 Nick Thompson TKO (injury) Hand 2 Hand Combat June 17, 2005 1 N/A Canton, Ohio, United States
Win 11–3 Rhomez Brower Submission (armbar) IFC: Mayhem in Montana April 30, 2005 1 2:47 Billings, Montana, United States
Win 10–3 Glover Teixeira Decision (unanimous) SF 9: Respect March 26, 2005 3 5:00 Gresham, Oregon, United States Won the SportFight Light Heavyweight Championship.
Loss 9–3 Joe Doerksen Technical Submission (triangle choke) SF 7: Frightnight October 23, 2004 3 2:12 Gresham, Oregon, United States
Win 9–2 Brian Ebersole Submission (triangle choke) SF 5: Stadium August 28, 2004 2 N/A Gresham, Oregon, United States
Loss 8–2 Kazuo Misaki Technical Submission (arm-triangle choke) Pancrase: 2004 Neo-Blood Tournament Final July 25, 2004 2 3:31 Tokyo, Japan
Win 8–1 Shane Davis Submission (armbar) SF 4: Fight For Freedom June 26, 2004 3 N/A Gresham, Oregon, United States
Win 7–1 Cory Devela Submission (armbar) Pride and Fury June 3, 2004 1 3:20 Worley, Idaho, United States
Win 6–1 Jacen Flynn Submission (armbar) SF 3: Dome April 17, 2004 2 3:48 Gresham, Oregon, United States
Win 5–1 Justin Hawes Submission (armbar) DesertBrawl 10 April 3, 2004 2 3:45 Bend, Oregon, United States
Win 4–1 Derek Downey TKO (punches) SF 1: Revolution February 21, 2004 3 2:14 Portland, Oregon, United States
Win 3–1 Rich Guerin Submission (keylock) PPKA: Ultimate Fight Night 3 January 3, 2004 4 2:17 Yakima, Washington, United States
Win 2–1 Ryan Pope Submission (armbar) Desert Brawl 9 November 8, 2003 1 0:24 Bend, Oregon, United States
Loss 1–1 Shane Davis Submission (armbar) TQP: Sport Fight "Second Coming" August 23, 2003 1 2:18 Gresham, Oregon, United States
Win 1–0 Ryan Pope Submission (armbar) Xtreme Ring Wars 2 May 10, 2003 1 2:38 Pasco, Washington, United States

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Edward Benson "Ed" Herman (born October 2, 1980) is an American retired mixed martial artist, best known for his long tenure in the (UFC), where he competed primarily in the light and divisions from 2005 to 2023. Nicknamed "Short Fuse" for his aggressive fighting style, Herman gained prominence after appearing on in 2005, which led to his UFC contract. Over his 20-year professional career, he amassed a record of 24 wins, 16 losses, and one no contest, including victories via knockout, submission, and decision against notable opponents. Herman retired from competition on April 15, 2023, following a loss to at UFC on 44, marking the end of his status as one of the UFC's longest-tenured active fighters. As of 2025, he owns and operates Short Fuse Martial Arts in , and focuses on coaching , holding a second-degree black belt.

Early life

Upbringing and family

Edward Benson Herman was born on October 2, 1980, in , a city situated on the north bank of the . He was raised primarily by his father, Ed Herman Sr., a former collegiate wrestler who competed at the under coach and later at the . Herman's childhood in this working-class community involved an active lifestyle, including watching early UFC fights alongside his father, which introduced him to combat sports before formal athletic training. His father's wrestling heritage fostered family encouragement toward and , shaping Herman's early exposure to athletics amid everyday outdoor activities in . No public records detail siblings or his mother's specific influence, though the household emphasized athletic development from a young age.

High school wrestling

Ed Herman began his wrestling journey during but truly developed his skills in high school at High School in , where he competed during his junior and senior years. Influenced by his , a former collegiate wrestler at the and the , Herman focused on building a strong foundation in techniques and endurance through rigorous local training routines. Despite personal challenges outside of school that limited his consistency, Herman achieved recognition as an all-state wrestler in the 168-pound division and earned a placement at the Washington state tournament. His performance demonstrated potential in the sport, as he later reflected that better focus could have elevated his results further. Herman pursued wrestling seriously enough to attract college recruitment interest, intending to continue at the collegiate level, but ultimately did not attend on a scholarship due to off-mat issues following graduation. This high school experience laid the groundwork for his later athletic endeavors, emphasizing discipline and resilience amid adversity.

Mixed martial arts career

Early professional career

After graduating high school, Ed Herman began training in at the gym in during the early 2000s, where he worked under coaches including . His wrestling background from high school provided a strong foundation for developing a grappling-oriented style in MMA. Herman competed in several amateur MMA bouts prior to turning professional, compiling a record that included victories such as submissions over opponents like Ryan Pope and Nick Frazier in regional events. He made his professional debut on May 10, 2003, at Xtreme Ring Wars 2, defeating Ryan Pope by armbar submission in the first round at 2:38. Throughout 2003 and 2004, Herman built his professional record in regional promotions, securing wins by submission and decision against fighters including Travis Davila and , while suffering a setback via technical submission loss to Joe Doerksen at SportFight 7 in October 2004. A pivotal early victory came on March 26, 2005, at SportFight 9: Respect, where he defeated by unanimous decision over three rounds, capturing the SportFight championship and showcasing his dominant ground control. This title win highlighted Herman's grappling prowess, as he controlled the fight with takedowns and positional dominance, though he did not record a formal defense before transitioning to higher-profile opportunities.

The Ultimate Fighter 3

Ed Herman was selected as one of the middleweight contestants for the third season of The Ultimate Fighter in early 2006, following open casting calls conducted by the UFC in late 2005 across various locations, including Boston, where over 100 fighters auditioned for spots on the show. At the time, the 25-year-old Herman, training out of Portland, Oregon with the renowned Team Quest academy, entered with a professional record of 13-2, highlighting his grappling prowess and submission skills developed under coaches like Randy Couture. Assigned to Team Couture as one of eight middleweights, Herman's selection positioned him in a competitive field coached by UFC Hall of Famer Randy Couture opposite Team Ortiz led by Tito Ortiz. Herman's tournament performance began in the quarterfinals during episode 8, aired on , 2006, where he faced Danny Abbadi of Team . Demonstrating his expertise, Herman quickly took Abbadi's back after a scramble and secured an armbar submission at 4:14 of the first round, advancing to the semifinals. In the semifinals on episode 11, Herman met Rory Singer, another Team fighter, in a grueling three-round bout that tested his cardio and striking defense. Herman controlled the fight with takedowns and ground control, earning a victory to reach the finals and solidifying his reputation for relentless pressure. The season, which premiered on Spike TV on , 2006, showcased Herman's journey and house dynamics, including tensions with Team members, boosting his profile in the MMA community. Although he fell short in the middleweight finale against on June 24, 2006, losing by after a back-and-forth that earned Fight of the Night honors, UFC president awarded both finalists six-figure contracts due to the bout's intensity, marking Herman's entry into the UFC roster.

Ultimate Fighting Championship

Ed Herman made his Ultimate Fighting Championship debut as the runner-up on The Ultimate Fighter 3 at UFC Ultimate Fight Night 3 on June 24, 2006, losing a unanimous decision to Kendall Grove in the middleweight finale. He followed with a submission loss to Jason MacDonald in October 2006 but rebounded with three straight victories: an armbar submission over Chris Price in January 2007, a rear-naked choke against Scott Smith in June 2007, and a third-round knockout of Joe Doerksen in November 2007, marking his first UFC finish by strikes. Herman's momentum stalled in 2008 with a technical submission loss to in April and a controversial defeat to in September, after which he was released from the promotion. He earned a return to the UFC in 2009, defeating via unanimous decision at in April, but suffered a TKO loss due to injury against Aaron Simpson five months later, leading to another release. Herman fought outside the UFC until mid-2011, when he rejoined the roster and defeated via first-round TKO (punches) at 13 Finale on June 4, 2011, beginning a four-fight unbeaten streak that included a heel hook win over in August 2011, a rear-naked choke against Clifford Starks in February 2012, a no contest against in August 2012 due to an eye poke, and a win over Trevor Smith in July 2013. Midway through his career, Herman experienced a mix of results against notable opponents while primarily competing at . He suffered a loss to in November 2013, followed by a victory over Rafael Natal in May 2014, a first-round TKO loss to in January 2015, and a loss to in July 2017 at 25 Finale. A highlight came in January 2016 with a second-round TKO knee to at UFC Fight Night 82, though he followed with a second-round knockout loss to at in July 2016, a loss to Dollaway in 2017, and a loss to at in October 2018. In 2019, Herman continued competing in the light heavyweight division, where he secured three consecutive wins: a first-round TKO over Patrick Cummins in May, a against in November, and a third-round submission of Mike Rodriguez in September 2020. Herman's later UFC years featured a string of bouts from 2014 to 2023, culminating in 26 total appearances and establishing him as the fighter with the longest uninterrupted tenure on the active roster at the time of his retirement. He suffered a loss to in August 2021 before returning for his final fight against at UFC on 44 on April 15, 2023, where he was stopped by TKO punches in the third round. Immediately following the bout in Cummings' hometown of Kansas City, Herman announced his retirement at age 42, reflecting on a 17-year span in the promotion that yielded a 13-12 record with one no contest.

Career statistics

Championships and accomplishments

Ed Herman captured the SportFight Light Heavyweight Championship on March 26, 2005, defeating via in the main event of SportFight 9: Respect in . No defenses of the title are recorded in his professional career. In addition to his professional titles, Herman won the Brawl Middleweight Championship as an , establishing an early foundation in regional MMA promotions. He also secured the ISKA Title and the Ring Wars Title during his pre-UFC professional bouts. Herman holds the UFC record for the longest consecutive tenure on the active roster, spanning 6,140 days from his promotional debut on , 2006, until his retirement following a loss to on April 15, 2023. Over this period, he competed in 25 UFC bouts (13 wins, 12 losses, 1 no contest), marking one of the highest appearance counts without earning a title shot. During his UFC career, Herman earned multiple performance bonuses, including two Submission of the Night awards and two Fight of the Night awards for standout victories that showcased his and durability. He was also a finalist in the division of Season 3 in 2006, earning a UFC despite a loss in the finale to , which was later recognized as one of the promotion's best fights that year.

Professional record

Ed Herman retired from professional on April 15, 2023, with an overall record of 26 wins, 16 losses, and 1 no contest. His wins consisted of 14 submissions (54%), 7 TKOs (27%), and 5 decisions (19%). Herman primarily competed at (185 lbs), with 8 fights at (205 lbs) later in his career. The no contest was against at on August 11, 2012, in Denver, Colorado, where Shields' unanimous decision victory was overturned after he tested positive for a banned . Herman's full professional record spans 43 bouts across multiple promotions, including 25 in the UFC (13-12, 1 NC), 1 in Strikeforce, and 17 in regional circuits where he went 13-3 early in his career. The complete fight history is presented below, grouped by promotion.

UFC

DateOpponentResultMethodRound/TimeEventLocation
Jun 24, 2006LossDecision (Unanimous)3 / 5:00 Finale, NV
Jun 16, 2007Scott SmithWinSubmission (Arm-Triangle Choke)1 / 4:08UFC 73: Rampage vs. GriffinSacramento, CA
Sep 19, 2007LossTKO (Punches)1 / 4:35UFC Fight Night: Craig vs. ThompsonOmaha, NE
Dec 20, 2007LossDecision (Unanimous)3 / 5:00: Legacy, NV
Apr 19, 2008LossSubmission ()2 / 2:27: Serra vs St-Pierre 2, QC
Sep 17, 2008LossDecision (Split)3 / 5:00UFC Fight Night: Diaz vs NeerOmaha, NE
Apr 18, 2009WinDecision (Unanimous)3 / 5:00: Redemption, QC
Aug 29, 2009Aaron SimpsonLossTKO (Punches)2 / 0:17UFC 102: Couture vs NogueiraPortland, OR
Jun 04, 2011WinTKO (Punch)1 / 0:48 Finale, NV
Aug 14, 2011WinSubmission (Heel Hook)1 / 4:15UFC Live: Hardy vs Lytle, WI
Feb 04, 2012Clifford StarksWinSubmission (Rear-Naked Choke)2 / 1:43UFC 143, NV
Aug 11, 2012NCOverturned (Drug Test)3 / 5:00Denver, CO
Jul 27, 2013Trevor SmithWinDecision (Split)3 / 5:00UFC on Fox: Johnson vs. Moraga, WA
Nov 16, 2013LossDecision (Unanimous)3 / 5:00UFC Fight Night: Shogun vs. Sonnen,
May 10, 2014Rafael NatalWinDecision (Unanimous)3 / 5:00UFC Fight Night: Brown vs. Silva,
Jan 31, 2015LossTKO (Punches)3 / 2:05: Silva vs. Diaz, NV
Jan 17, 2016WinTKO (Knee)2 / 1:39UFC Fight Night: Dillashaw vs , MA
Jul 30, 2016LossKO (Head Kick)1 / 0:35Atlanta, GA
Jul 29, 2017LossDecision (Unanimous)3 / 5:00: Cormier vs. Jones 2Anaheim, CA
Oct 27, 2018LossDecision (Split)3 / 5:00UFC Fight Night: Volkan vs. SmithMoncton, NB
May 18, 2019Patrick CumminsWinTKO (Knee)1 / 3:39UFC Fight Night: Dos Anjos vs LeeRochester, NY
Nov 09, 2019WinDecision (Unanimous)3 / 5:00UFC Fight Night: Zabit vs KattarMoscow, Russia
Sep 12, 2020Mike RodriguezWinSubmission ()3 / 4:01UFC Fight Night 177, NV
Aug 07, 2021LossDecision (Unanimous)3 / 5:00Houston, TX
Apr 15, 2023LossTKO (Punches)3 / 4:13UFC on 44Kansas City, MO

Strikeforce

DateOpponentResultMethodRound/TimeEventLocation
Jan 12, 2013LossSubmission ()1 / 3:10Strikeforce: Marquardt vs Saffiedine, OK

Other Promotions

Herman's early career included 17 regional bouts with a 13-3 record, featuring wins over notable opponents such as and . One early loss was to Jason MacDonald via submission (triangle choke) on October 10, 2006, at Ortiz vs Shamrock 3: The Final Chapter in Hollywood, FL (Round 1, 2:43). For the complete list of regional fights, refer to comprehensive MMA databases.

Personal life

Family

Ed Herman has maintained a long-term partnership with Crystal, with whom he shares a family life centered in Portland, Oregon, where the couple relocated to support his training at American Top Team Portland. The couple welcomed twins in January 2008, during the midst of Herman's UFC tenure, marking a pivotal shift in his personal priorities. Fatherhood profoundly impacted Herman's approach to his fighting career, transforming him from a known late-night partier into a more disciplined focused on balancing rigorous with responsibilities; the arrival of the twins motivated him to prioritize stability and dedication, influencing his preparation for bouts and recovery from injuries. Herman's family provided essential support throughout his professional journey, with his role as a offering perspective that eased performance pressures and informed his decisions, including considerations around in his later years.

Business and coaching

Following his from professional in April 2023, Ed Herman shifted his focus to coaching and gym ownership, drawing on his extensive experience as a UFC to mentor the next generation of fighters. Herman serves as the owner and head instructor at Short Fuse Martial Arts in , a facility he established to provide comprehensive training. The gym specializes in and programs tailored for participants aged 3 and older, emphasizing skill development, discipline, and fitness across all levels. Specific offerings include kids' classes designed to build foundational techniques and confidence, as well as adult no-gi sessions focused on practical applications. A black belt in under , whom he began training with in 2007, Herman integrates his ground-fighting expertise into the curriculum to foster well-rounded martial artists. He also affiliates with Portland as an MMA coach, where he applies lessons from his 20-year professional career to guide emerging talent in strategy, conditioning, and fight preparation. Through these roles, Herman has emphasized a approach, helping students transition from beginners to competitive practitioners while prioritizing long-term personal growth over short-term results.

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