Career
Early career
Primus began his professional mixed martial arts career in September 2010, defeating Chris Ensley via first-round submission at BKP: Springfield Throwdown 1. In his second pro bout, Primus defeated Roy Bradshaw via submission in the first round on May 12, 2012 at Midtown Productions: Midtown Throwdown 4. Bellator Mobile Marketing Association
Primus signed with Bellator in 2013.
He made his debut for the organization on September 27, 2013 at Bellator 101 against Scott Thometz.
Primus had his second bout with the organization on November 22, 2013 at Bellator 109. He defeated Brett Glass by rear-naked choke submission in the first round.
In his next bout, Primus faced Chris Jones at Bellator 111 on March 7, 2014. After nearly a year-and-a-half away from the sport, Primus returned to face Derek Anderson at Bellator 141 on August 28, 2015.