Konnan Calls Out AEW Stars for Being Undersized

One big thing: Konnan thinks some AEW wrestlers need to bulk up

Veteran wrestler Konnan believes several AEW stars need to gain weight to be taken seriously in the ring.

• On his “Keepin’ It 100” podcast, Konnan singled out Daniel Garcia, Hook, Jack Perry, and Wheeler Yuta as wrestlers who should bulk up.
• He specifically said of Garcia: “I can’t take him seriously being that small.”
• Konnan suggested these wrestlers should be in a “teenagers or lightweight division.”

Why it matters

The debate over wrestler size and physique continues to be a hot topic in the industry, particularly for AEW talent.

• This criticism comes as AEW prepares for its All Out pay-per-view, where Daniel Garcia will face MJF in a high-profile match.
• The discussion highlights the ongoing tension between traditional wrestling expectations and evolving audience preferences.

By the numbers

• Daniel Garcia is billed at 5’10” and 185 lbs
• MJF, his upcoming opponent, is billed at 5’11” and 216 lbs

The big picture

Konnan’s comments reflect a broader conversation about body types in wrestling:

• WWE Hall of Famer previously criticized Adam Cole for his size
• Eddie Kingston faced widespread body-shaming from fans
• Kevin Nash recently compared WWE and AEW wrestlers’ physiques, favoring WWE’s look

What’s next

Despite the criticism, AEW continues to push these wrestlers in prominent roles. Daniel Garcia will face MJF at All Out on September 9 in Chicago, potentially silencing critics with his in-ring performance.

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