 He found himself primarily having to fight men of his own race, and many times over, in order to make a living.Despite this, during his era Flowers challenged many high-caliber fighters, including Maxie Rosenbloom, Sam Langford, Kid Norfolk, Johnny Wilson, Jamaica Kid, Mickey Walker and many other future Hall of Fame inductees.By 1924, after being rated the number-one contender for Harry Greb's middleweight title by "The Ring" magazine"," Flowers earned a shot at Greb; despite previously losing a questionable decision to light heavyweight champion Mike McTigue.