Brian Melancon (born May 28, 1982) is an American retired mixed martial artist who competed in the UFC's Welterweight division.
Melancon made his promotional debut against Isaac Vallie-Flagg at Strikeforce: Overeem vs. Werdum.
Melancon next faced Felipe Portela at Strikeforce Challengers: Larkin vs. Rossborough and won via unanimous decision.
[4] Melancon faced Kelvin Gastelum on August 28, 2013 at UFC Fight Night 27, replacing an injured Paulo Thiago.
[6] However, Melancon pulled out of the bout and subsequently announced his retirement due to renal stress as a result of frequent weight cutting.