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Shields looks to free himself from EliteXC

From his reign as EliteXC's first and last welterweight champion, Jake Shields has his two title belts on display in his home. One he keeps in the living room, the other in his bedroom. And Shields said no matter what, he won't part with the precious mementos.

"No way," Shields said. "They're not getting those back. They can come and try to take them."

Shields, 29, was one of the rising...

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