Jaron Ennis believes he’s been patient long enough. With the IBF interim tag safely around his waist, the Philly star is convinced that he should be next in line to face Terence Crawford.

Initially, of course, the 26-year-old was unsure if Crawford would be his main target or Errol Spence Jr. But, with Crawford easily stopping the former unified champ this past weekend, Ennis is now giving Crawford all of his attention.

In the past, the Omaha, Nebraska, native has been extremely complimentary of Ennis’ skillset. Additionally, whenever he turns on his television set and watches Ennis in the ring, Crawford (40-0, 31 KOs) begins to rub his eyes. From Ennis’ ability to separate his opponents from their consciences to his deft all-around skills out of both stances, it’s as if Crawford is staring at a mirror reflection of himself.

Regardless of their similarities, Ennis is determined to prove that he’s a few notches above him. But while his IBF interim title has him slotted as Crawford’s number-one contender, the pound-for-pound star appears to be ready to hand his body a reprieve and search for new challenges.

Shortly after suffering the first defeat of his career, Spence revealed that he fully plans on activating his immediate rematch clause. Also, in addition to his plans to run things back, Spence (28-1, 22 KOs) is hoping that their sequel will take place at 154 pounds. With Crawford taking home the first win, he’s in the driver's seat in terms of which weight division they’ll compete at going forward.

Crawford, as he sat down on his undisputed throne, didn't have any qualms about Spence’s suggestions, claiming that his recent weight cut was a difficult one. News of Crawford possibly vacating his newly won titles and planting his flag at 154 pounds left Ennis (31-0, 28 KOs) a bit vexed. During a recent conversation with popular podcaster Wallo, Ennis expressed to him that he hopes Crawford will have a change of heart and remain put.

“He a walking victim,” said Ennis to Wallo through text message. “Stay at 47 so we can get active.”