In the mythology, Ortiz is more heralded. But DeJesus was tougher in my opinion. And meaner. I think he could've won in an ugly affair.
I actually agree with you. Out of the four great PR lightweights (DeJesus, Ortiz, Rosario, Camacho), DeJesus was the best of the bunch, yet the least heralded. Why? I dunno, maybe cause he was a murderer who died of AIDS. That's the only explanation I have.
Great matchup, tough to pick... Two ace fighters... I think DeJesus probably puts Carlos on his ass once or twice but Ortiz was such a smart, adaptable fighter... I think he can adjust, make DeJesus go after him, jab him, turn him and get the decision ... If they fought 5 times, it'd be nap and tuck each time