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• Nick Khan Reveals Whether Fan Backlash Affects WWE’s Creative Plans

Over the past few years, WWE has faced backlash from fans on multiple occasions, particularly in the TKO era. Now, President Nick Khan has made it clear how the company sees it, offering some insight into how WWE makes decisions behind the scenes. Speaking with Sports Business Journal, Khan was asked how much fan backlash […] The post Nick Khan Reveals Whether Fan Backlash Affects WWE’...2026
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• Nick Khan Addresses WWE’s Approach To Fan Backlash And Creative Decisions
Nick Khan has made it clear that WWE does not alter its creative direction simply because of fan criticism on social media. Speaking with Sports Business Journal, Khan was asked what level of backlash would cause WWE to rethink its plans. His answer was direct. “We will never respond to social media criticism.” Instead, Khan […]...2026
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• Dave Meltzer Discusses Fan Backlash To AAA TripleMania Event In Las Vegas

During AAA's Noche de Los Grandes event, it was announced that their big TripleMania show will take place over two nights with Night One being in Las Vegas....2026
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• Shakur Stevenson posts emotional message after fan backlash
Shakur Stevenson appeared to strike a more reflective tone Thursday after spending the last two ... read more Shakur Stevenson posts emotional message after fan backlash @ Boxing News 24/7...2026
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• JBL Defends WWE Talent Accepting Pay Cuts Amid Fan Backlash

JBL is now defending WWE wrestlers who chose to accept reduced-money contracts under TKO — and he’s making it very clear he believes fans criticizing those decisions have no idea ......2026
• WWE’s Handling Of The New Day Defended Amid Fan Backlash

The New Day will always be considered one of the best tag teams in WWE. Even after Big E had to hang up his boots, Xavier Woods and Kofi Kingston continued to amaze fans in the ring. Despite being capable of having great matches, WWE decided to cut their pay. This led the duo to […]...2026
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• Sergio Perez Claiming Red Bull Favoured Max Verstappen Ignites Fan Backlash Over Treatment of No. 2 Driver
Sergio Perez opens up on Red Bull favoring Max Verstappen, sparking fan backlash and fresh debate over the treatment of their No. 2 drivers....2026
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• Jordynne Grace responds after fans chant ‘Fire Def Rebel’ for her new NXT theme song

WWE The NXT crowd didn’t vibe with Grace’s new entrance music, that’s for sure. NXT wrestler Jordynne Grace walked out to a new entrance song during last night’s (June 17) episode for her Evolution Eliminator match against Lola Vice. Jordynne Grace tiene nuevo tema de entrada. Y no suena mal... pero echo de menos la sirena. #WWENXT pic.twitter.com/nIV2Rlw3RT— LuigiWrestling (@LuigiWrest...2025
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• Saraya Admits Brutal Fan Backlash Made Her Regret Wrestling Comeback

Saraya’s return to the ring after a devastating neck injury was supposed to be a miracle—but instead, it turned into a mental battle she never saw coming. Speaking to Andro ......2025
• Mavericks Notes: Irving, Kidd, Davis, Simmons
Faced with a fan backlash following last week’s Luka Doncic trade and dealing with a series of injuries that have decimated their frontcourt, the Mavericks could have gone into a tailspin heading into the All-Star break. Instead, Dallas has won four of its past five games, including a shorthanded home victory over Miami on Thursday […]...2025
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• Fans take to the skies to decry Giants’ ‘dumpster fire’

Photo by Ryan Kang/Getty Images Giants fans send a message to John Mara It’s safe to say that New York Giants fans are disgusted with their team — or at least a highly-motivated and vocal subset of Giants fans are. They sent their message to the Giants via a banner being towed by a plane flying over MetLife stadium prior to the Giants’ game against the New Orleans Saints. That banner has...2024
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• The Linc - Deshaun Watson could not be playing worse ahead of the Eagles-Browns game

Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images Philadelphia Eagles news and links for 10/08/24. Let’s get to the Philadelphia Eagles links ... The Browns have to bench Deshaun Watson - SB NationIt’s coming to the point where the Browns’ offense is actively sinking with Watson at QB. Yes, the offensive line hasn’t played well due to injury, but it’s largely the same group that Stefanski and the Browns...2024
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• Rumor Roundup: AEW locker room unhappy, The Rock & McMahon, Britt Baker, more!

All Elite Wrestling Speculating on the rumors surrounding pro wrestling is a favored pastime of many fans, perhaps second only to actually watching the matches. In this daily column, we take a look at the latest rumors being churned out by the pro wrestling rumor mill. Important reminder: Rumors are just that — rumors. None of this has been confirmed as fact, it’s just circulating around t...2024
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• The jury is still out on this one

WWE.com Welcome to the weekly Rumor Look Back, where we look at the rumors from six months ago and see which played out as originally stated. Let’s jump right to it. March 31, 2023 Even though an ESPN broadcaster referred to John Cena vs. Austin Theory as the headlining attraction on WrestleMania 39 night one, Fightful Select confirmed that WWE still plans to place Cena’s match in the op...2023
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• Ray Lewis: Ravens didn't sign Kaepernick over tweet from girlfriend
Ray Lewis thinks he knows why the Baltimore Ravens opted not to sign Colin Kaepernick. And his reason seems to be pretty flimsy. Lewis said on Showtime’s “Inside the NFL” that aired Tuesday that the Ravens didn’t sign Kaepernick because they came across a tweet from the free agent quarterback’s girlfriend that they found offensive. Well that’s a new one. Some reasons given for teams passing on Kae...2017
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• Ray Lewis shares some advice for Colin Kaepernick
Ray Lewis has a message for Colin Kaepernick: keep to football on the football field.Lewis’ message for Kaepernick comes at a time when the Baltimore Ravens are mulling the possibility of signing the free agent quarterback. Lewis played for the franchise from 1996-2012 and is still involved with the club. He praised Kaepernick for what he’s stood up for and what he’s done, but advised the QB to ke...2017
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"UConn’s Dan Hurley Faces Fan Pushback for Blowing Up at Reporters After Xavier Win"

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"WWE Bracing for Fan Backlash Ahead of WrestleMania 42 Las Vegas Announcement"

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"The former WWE Champion faced […] The post Sheamus Opens Up About Early WWE Return and Fan Backlash first appeared on Pro Wrestling News Hub."

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"Rob Van Dam Indicates He Had WWE Permission To Appear On AEW Dynamite"

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"Washington Commanders change crest after fan backlash: 'We heard you loud and clear'"

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"How it took Tottenham 72 days to hire a new manager"

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"Ex-NFL punter Pat McAfee reflects on impressive NXT TakeOver: XXX showing, understands initial fan backlash"

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"Giants have yet to request interview with Jim Schwartz"

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"The post Anthony Morrow Won’t Wear Derrick Rose’s Number 1 After Fan Backlash appeared first on SLAMonline."

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"Carmelo Anthony Comments on Decision to Apologize for Exchange with Heckler"

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"Ten Point Stance: Peterson, Rice, Incognito Returns Would Show NFL Hasn't Changed"

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"Kevin Garnett vs. Tim Duncan: Enjoy What Might Be Icons' Final NBA Matchup"

• Nick Khan Reveals Whether Fan Backlash Affects WWE’s Creative Plans
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• JBL Defends WWE Talent Accepting Pay Cuts Amid Fan Backlash
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• John Cena Reacts to Fans Hating That He Still Loves Vince McMahon

John Cena has addressed fan backlash over his continued support for Vince McMahon. The former WWE Champion offered a measured response during a May 2025 interview while acknowledging the controversy surrounding the former executive. Speaking at the Amazon Upfronts on May 12 (via Us Weekly), Cena made it clear that public opinion hasn’t shifted his […] The post John Cena Reacts to Fans Hating...2026
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• Mavericks Want Jason Kidd To Remain As Head Coach Amid GM Search

The Dallas Mavericks want Jason Kidd to remain as head coach and have made finding a general manager who can partner with him a central priority, according to league sources. The franchise is focused on building around rookie Cooper Flagg following the February 2025 trade of Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers. Reports suggesting Kidd might pursue a front office role have been consistently dismi...2026
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• Jordynne Grace responds after fans chant ‘Fire Def Rebel’ for her new NXT theme song
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• Rumor Roundup: Triple H losing power in WWE, The Rock falling out, AEW experiment, more!

WWE Today’s rumors... Speculating on the rumors surrounding pro wrestling is a favored pastime of many fans, perhaps second only to actually watching the matches. In this daily column, we take a look at the latest rumors being churned out by the pro wrestling rumor mill. Important reminder: Rumors are just that — rumors. None of this has been confirmed as fact, it’s just circulating around...2025
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• The team everyone overlooked for 2024 Tag Team of the Year

WWE.com In a lackluster year for tag team wrestling, the unlikely duo of Roman Reigns and The Rock stole the show at WrestleMania, captivating audiences and driving impressive box office numbers. As several publications handed out year-end awards, 2024 emerged as a disappointing year for tag team wrestling. While singles competitors like Cody Rhodes, Gunther, and “Timeless” Toni Storm were...2025
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• Mustafa Ali Recalls Getting His Name Shortened In WWE, Reveals Who Informed Him Of The Decision
Mustafa Ali recalls losing his first name in WWE. In March 2019, Mustafa Ali was no more in WWE, as his name was shortened to Ali. This move was met with fan backlash, as Ali was just another wrestler that had his name cut in half by WWE. The change ended up being short lived, as Ali would regain his first name later that year. In a new interview with Chris Van Vliet, Ali blamed the name change o...2024
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• The Linc - Deshaun Watson could not be playing worse ahead of the Eagles-Browns game
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• Sporting KC U-turn on exec hire after backlash

Sporting Kansas City have terminated the contract of sporting director Gavin Wilkinson just a week after his appointment after a significant fan backlash....2024

• WWE SmackDown Champion Shrugs Off Fan Backlash
Jade Cargill’s run as WWE Women’s Champion isn’t going as expected. While fans thought this push may result in some great matches and storylines, she’s been busy squashing her foes. While days pass with her as champion, fans are getting impatient. Jade Cargill Responds To WWE Fan Backlash In an interview with the “Beyond the […] The post WWE SmackDown Cham...2026
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• The Linc - Deshaun Watson could not be playing worse ahead of the Eagles-Browns game
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• Top WWE Stars To QUIT Due To Vince McMahon! WWE Fan BACKLASH! | WrestleTalk
Think you’re a wrestling mastermind? Well you can prove it by taking quizzes in our brand new quiz section! Don’t forget to tweet us your results!...2023
• Carmelo Anthony Comments on Decision to Apologize for Exchange with Heckler
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• Kevin Garnett vs. Tim Duncan: Enjoy What Might Be Icons' Final NBA Matchup
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• WWE Faces Fan Backlash Over Paige And The Bella Twins’ Role On RAW

WWE drew backlash from fans over how Paige and The Bella Twins were used on RAW. Fans expected a bigger moment after their title win, but the show did not deliver that. Many fans felt confused and disappointed with how WWE handled the segment. At WrestleMania 42, Paige made her big return to WWE. She […] The post WWE Faces Fan Backlash Over Paige And The Bella Twins’ Role On RAW appear...2026
• Kadyn Proctor Details Dark Side of Alabama Fandom After ‘Tragic’ Alabama Loss to Texas
Kadyn Proctor reveals harsh Alabama fan backlash after the Texas loss and how the moment exposed the dark side of fandom....2026
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• WWE’s Masked Man Reveal on SmackDown Met With Fan Backlash After Weeks of Hype

The mystery of WWE’s masked man was finally revealed on the February 27, 2026, episode of WWE SmackDown. But instead of shocking fans in a good way, the moment was only met with disappointment. Before SmackDown even actually started, it was revealed that Jey Uso had been attacked backstage by someone unknown and was taken […] The post WWE’s Masked Man Reveal on SmackDown Met With Fan B...2026
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• Jacob Fatu Tells Jey Uso Critics to Shut Up and Enjoy the Show After Fan Backlash

Jey Uso’s latest WWE push has sparked heavy debate online, but now a member of his own family is stepping in to defend him — and he didn’t hold back. ......2026
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• UConn’s Dan Hurley Faces Fan Pushback for Blowing Up at Reporters After Xavier Win
Dan Hurley’s postgame reaction after UConn’s Xavier win sparks fan backlash, shifting focus from a dominant Big East performance to a tense press moment....2026
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• Adam Copeland Addresses Fan Backlash To Brutal Spike Spot With Jon Moxley
Adam Copeland recently sat down with Kenny McIntosh from Inside The Ropes and discussed the Jon Moxley Spike spot that generated online discourse. On the March 19th episode of AEW Dynamite, Adam Copeland faced Jon Moxley in a street fight. The most memorable moment from the match saw Moxley dropped onto the spiked board, which […] The post Adam Copeland Addresses Fan Backlash To Brutal Spike...2025
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• Mustafa Ali Recalls Getting His Name Shortened In WWE, Reveals Who Informed Him Of The Decision
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• The Linc - Deshaun Watson could not be playing worse ahead of the Eagles-Browns game
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• Kenny Omega acknowledges Roman Reigns

Roman Reigns, in all his glory, still stands as a living legend in the wrestling industry. | Getty Images via WWE.com Praise for the Tribal Chief continues to pour in despite his defeat at WrestleMania. Kenny Omega has joined the chorus of voices acknowledging Roman Reigns and his unparalleled dominance in the wrestling world. During a recent Twitch stream on his channel, the man once kno...2024
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• Patrick ‘Velveteen Dream’ Clark apologizes to WWE, Triple H, Shawn Michaels & others

Patrick Clark’s Instagram When he was a contestant on the sixth (and to this point final) season of WWE Tough Enough, Patrick Clark was presented as a pro wrestling prodigy. The Velveteen Dream character he introduced in NXT was a breakout hit, and had fans and people inside the company predicting major main roster success for the young man from Washington, D.C. But sexual misconduct alleg...2024
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• Washington Commanders change crest after fan backlash: 'We heard you loud and clear'
The Commanders' crest will reflect the seasons the franchise won the Super Bowl...2022
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• Anthony Morrow Won’t Wear Derrick Rose’s No. 1 After Fan Backlash
It's still too soon for Bulls fans. The post Anthony Morrow Won’t Wear Derrick Rose’s No. 1 After Fan Backlash appeared first on SLAMonline....2017
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• Carmelo Anthony Comments on Decision to Apologize for Exchange with Heckler
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• Sheamus Opens Up About Early WWE Return and Fan Backlash

One Big Thing WWE superstar Sheamus has publicly addressed the criticism over his physique upon his return to WWE Raw, revealing his original plans for a return were fast-tracked. Key Details Sheamus made his WWE return on April 15, 2024, on WWE Raw, marking his first appearance since August 2023. The former WWE Champion faced […] The post Sheamus Opens Up About Early WWE Return and Fan Back...2024
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• WWE Bracing for Fan Backlash Ahead of WrestleMania 42 Las Vegas Announcement

WWE is reportedly expecting serious backlash from fans as it prepares to officially announce Las Vegas as the host city for WrestleMania 42. The decision to bring The Show of ......2025
• Rob Van Dam Indicates He Had WWE Permission To Appear On AEW Dynamite
Rob Van Dam made a surprise appearance on the 200th episode of AEW Dynamite to confront Jack Perry. One week later on the August 9 episode of AEW Dynamite, RVD battle Perry for the FTW Championship. While most were happy to see RVD put in a vintage performance, some fans felt RVD "dissed" WWE by making an appearance on AEW TV. RVD took to social media to comment on any fan backlash. Some fans...2023
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• Another Lions season ticket price hike causes fan backlash

Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images For the second straight season, the Detroit Lions have significantly increased season ticket prices, and fans are not happy. For the second straight year, the Detroit Lions have significantly increased season ticket prices, and many fans have gone to social media to express their frustrations. The team sent emails to Lions Loyal Members (season ticket holders) on...2024
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• Ex-NFL punter Pat McAfee reflects on impressive NXT TakeOver: XXX showing, understands initial fan backlash
McAfee stunned NXT fans with an impressive performance against former champion Adam Cole on Saturday...2020
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• Report – Update On Cody Rhodes’ WWE Title Run Post WrestleMania 42

Cody Rhodes walked into and out of WWE WrestleMania 42 as the Undisputed Champion. Amid the ongoing fan backlash towards his title reign, the company decided to keep him as the champion. However, Rhodes did not walk out unharmed. After the brutal beatdown by Randy Orton, Rhodes was pulled from his scheduled WWE World meet-and-greet […]...2026
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• Sami Zayn Responds To Fan Backlash Ahead Of WrestleMania 42 Title Defense
Sami Zayn appears to be aware of the growing fan criticism surrounding his United States Championship reign as WrestleMania 42 approaches. Ahead of his scheduled title defense against Trick Williams, Zayn took to social media with a cryptic post suggesting he has done nothing wrong, though he stopped short of directly addressing the backlash. In […]...2026
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• Steve Kerr Traces Brandin Podziemski’s Fan Backlash to Lofty Preseason Goal to Be ‘Better Than’ Stephen Curry
Steve Kerr Traces Brandin Podziemski's Fan Backlash to Lofty Preseason Goal to Be 'Better Than' Stephen Curry...2026
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• Toronto Maple Leafs Lose NHL World’s Trust After 4-2 Loss Vs. TB Lightning Right Out of the Gate
Maple Leafs fall 4-2 to Lightning after Olympic break, sparking fan backlash and raising questions about their playoff hopes....2026
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• Denny Hamlin Dismisses NASCAR Fan Backlash Over Fox’s Controversial Atlanta Truck Race Call
Denny Hamlin backs NASCAR after the Atlanta Truck Series race ended early, citing TV windows and scheduling as key factors....2026
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• Hangman Page Addresses Fan Backlash Over Over Photo with Marty Scurll

Adam Page is finally addressing the firestorm that erupted after a selfie featuring him and disgraced wrestler Marty Scurll last month—and the AEW star isn’t dodging accountability. Speaking candidly on ......2026
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• Frankie Kazarian Embraces Fan Backlash After Winning TNA World Championship
TNA World Champion Frankie Kazarian recently appeared on Rewind Recap Relive to discuss various topics, including his feelings about being crowned world champion. Kazarian said, “I’m getting used to it. Yeah, it’s really cool, if I’m being honest. This is something that I had always dreamed of and something that kind of felt like it […]...2026
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• Fans Issue Brutal Final Ultimatum to NASCAR Ahead of Championship Format Reveal
NASCAR faces mounting fan backlash ahead of its playoff format reveal, as supporters warn the sport to abandon half-measures....2026
• Jordynne Grace responds after fans chant ‘Fire Def Rebel’ for her new NXT theme song
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• Rumor Roundup: Drew McIntyre plans, Jey Uso’s win, Jordynne Grace, Miro, more!

WWE.com Speculating on the rumors surrounding pro wrestling is a favored pastime of many fans, perhaps second only to actually watching the matches. In this daily column, we take a look at the latest rumors being churned out by the pro wrestling rumor mill. Important reminder: Rumors are just that — rumors. None of this has been confirmed as fact, it’s just circulating around the pro wrest...2025
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• WWE’s Masked Man Reveal on SmackDown Met With Fan Backlash After Weeks of Hype
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• Saraya Reacts To Fan Backlash After Missing 2026 Royal Rumble
Saraya has spoken publicly about the intense speculation surrounding a possible appearance in the 2026 Royal Rumble, making it clear that any return to the ring is ultimately a decision for WWE to make, not her. The former AEW Women’s World Champion and ex WWE Divas Champion, previously known as...2026
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• WWE Re-evaluating Drew McIntyre’s WrestleMania 41 Opponent After Fan Backlash
Drew McIntyre has been a hot topic lately, especially after walking out of the Royal Rumble. His disappointment with his WrestleMania 41 plans has only fueled more speculation. After receiving ......2025
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• Velveteen Dream returns to wrestling

WWE.com He worked an independent show for his first ring action in years. There was a time, many years ago, that Patrick Clark, who would become known as Velveteen Dream in WWE, was one of the hottest young prospects in professional wrestling. Then there were sexual misconduct allegations that wouldn’t go away despite his denials and a WWE investigation that Triple H publicly said found no...2024
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• Rumor Roundup: AEW locker room unhappy, The Rock & McMahon, Britt Baker, more!
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• Patrick ‘Velveteen Dream’ Clark apologizes to WWE, Triple H, Shawn Michaels & others
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• The jury is still out on this one
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• Ex-Bucs GM defends the hiring, character of Greg Schiano
As Greg Schiano was taken apart by Tennessee fans and politicians on Sunday, one person came to his defense.Mark Dominik, who was the GM of Tampa Bay Buccaneers when the team hired Schiano as head coach, defended Schiano’s character via Twitter: Schiano was fired by the Bucs after going 11-21 in two seasons as the team’s head coach. They finished last in the division both years. Dominik also was f...2017
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• Need vs. Value Is Biggest Challenge Facing 49ers GM Trent Baalke in 2015 Draft
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• Kevin Garnett vs. Tim Duncan: Enjoy What Might Be Icons' Final NBA Matchup
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