The UFC's best pipeline for talent is back, as "Dana White's Contender Series" returns for Season 9 on Aug. 12. The show, which has ushered in many of the fighters on the promotion's roster today, was also the path for some of the top fighters and prospects in the game.

All 10 fighters successfully made weight for Tuesday's Dana White's Contender Series 77 event to kick off Season 9 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas.

We look at the betting odds, picks and predictions for Season 9, Week 1 of the DWCS, which begins on Tuesday, August 12 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas.