The wrestling world finally got the confession they’ve been waiting for. WWE’s American Nightmare came clean about one of the most memorable press conferences in recent memory, and it’s exactly what fans suspected all along.
The Big Revelation at Money in the Bank
Following their tag team victory over Logan Paul and Undisputed WWE Champion John Cena at Money in the Bank, Cody Rhodes and World Heavyweight Champion Jey Uso found themselves back in familiar territory. The duo’s chemistry was undeniable, reminding everyone why their partnership works so well both in and out of the ring.
During the Money in the Bank Post-Show, Rhodes decided it was time to set the record straight about their legendary Fastlane 2023 press conference appearance. That post-match media session, which followed their Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship victory, became an instant internet sensation for all the right reasons.
Rhodes Comes Clean About Fastlane Aftermath
The American Nightmare didn’t hold back when addressing the live crowd, finally admitting what many fans had already figured out:
“I got a confession to make. We did a press conference a long time ago; listen, I gotta own up to it, I gotta own up to it. We were drunk, and we had the best times of our lives!”
The crowd erupted as Rhodes shouted his confession, validating what the wrestling community had suspected. The press conference had gone viral precisely because of the genuine chemistry and uninhibited joy both superstars displayed while fielding questions from the media.
Brotherhood Beyond the Ring
When asked about reuniting with Rhodes in the squared circle, Jey Uso’s response highlighted the special bond these two competitors share. The World Heavyweight Champion described Rhodes as his “brother from another mother,” emphasizing how naturally they fall back into their rhythm despite time apart.
However, Uso did point out one crucial missing element: a proper tag team name. The champions acknowledged they need something “dope” to represent their partnership should they continue teaming together in the future.
The Origin Story of “Full Speed Ahead”
Rhodes then transported the audience back to their early WWE days, sharing a story that perfectly encapsulates both wrestlers’ professional philosophy. He recalled a tag match they had against each other in Austria, performing in front of just 700 people.
The venue’s intimate size led to some backstage discussion about dialing back their performance intensity. That’s when Jey Uso’s character truly shined through, delivering a response that Rhodes says he’ll never forget:
“Hell no. They paid their money. Full Speed Ahead.”
This moment birthed their “FSA” motto, representing the respect both men have for their audience regardless of venue size or crowd count.
A Partnership Built on Respect
The Austria story reveals everything fans need to know about why Rhodes and Uso work so well together. Their shared commitment to giving 100% effort, whether performing for 700 people or 70,000, demonstrates the mutual respect that forms the foundation of their friendship.
This philosophy has clearly served both wrestlers well throughout their careers, with each now holding championship gold and representing WWE at the highest level.
With both champions riding high and their chemistry as strong as ever, could we be seeing more of this dynamic duo in the near future? And more importantly, what “dope” tag team name will they eventually settle on to represent their brotherhood?
