Death Riders Storyline Falls Flat: Konnan Critiques AEW’s Latest Faction

One Big Thing

AAA booker Konnan calls AEW’s Death Riders storyline “underwhelming,” noting the faction has failed to deliver on their promise to revolutionize the company.

Why It Matters

The Death Riders storyline represents a major shift in AEW’s narrative direction, featuring former fan favorite Jon Moxley as the leader of a heel faction. Their success or failure could impact AEW’s storytelling credibility and viewer engagement.

Key Details

• Death Riders emerged from the former Blackpool Combat Club after Moxley turned on Bryan Danielson at All Out
• New members include Pac and Marina Shafir
• Claudio Castagnoli and Wheeler Yuta joined Moxley’s villainous turn

Direct Quote

“The company is the same, they’re lame — it looks like a very lame group,” Konnan said on “Keepin’ It 100.”

Main Criticisms

• Group lacks intimidating presence
• Only Moxley presents a credible threat
• Failed to deliver promised changes to AEW

Current Status

Death Riders are feuding with Orange Cassidy, Adam Page, and Jay White heading into the Worlds End pay-per-view.

By the Numbers

• 5 current members in Death Riders
• 3 opponents at Worlds End
• 1 former member (Bryan Danielson)

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