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Eric Bischoff recalled a recently-released WWE star who Paul Heyman was high on back in 2019 when the two crossed paths. The article does not specify which wrestler Bischoff was referring to in his recollection.
Former WWE star Ridge Holland believes WWE failed to capitalize on the popularity of his faction the Brawling Brutes, which included himself, Sheamus, and Pete Dunne. Holland stated that he doesn't think the group was ever a priority for the company.
Matt Hardy reflected on Kofi Kingston's WWE Championship win at WrestleMania 35 and commented on The New Day's significance to younger fans. This comes following The New Day's release from WWE.
Kit Wilson has revealed he struggled emotionally after being left off the 2026 WWE Royal Rumble card. Wilson received advice from Cody Rhodes and AJ Styles that helped him through the situation.
WWE's Jacob Fatu has clarified his familial relationship with Roman Reigns, noting that while he refers to Reigns as his cousin, they actually have a different relationship within the Anoa'i family.
Ted DiBiase Jr. addressed viral footage from WrestleMania 42 that showed him appearing to be held back by security near the ring during a segment involving his former Legacy partners Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton. DiBiase revealed he bought his own ticket to the show and "went into business for himself" by walking down closer to the ring to get a better look at Rhodes and Orton, creating the spontaneous moment that gained millions of views online. He was in Las Vegas for WrestleCon rather than as an invited WWE guest, and confirmed the moment was not planned by WWE.
Layla has stated she would be open to returning to WWE, but only for a reunion with her former LayCool tag team partner Michelle McCool. She indicated that while she previously had no interest in returning, her stance has changed and she is now open to the possibility.
Matt Hardy revealed the exact financial details of his early WWE contracts on The Extreme Life of Matt Hardy podcast. Hardy disclosed that he and Jeff initially worked as enhancement talent for $150 per night in 1994, then signed their first developmental deal in early 1998 for $500 per week plus $150 per appearance with rental cars and hotels covered. Their first major WWE roster contract in early 1999 was a five-year deal with downside guarantees starting at $75,000 in year one and increasing to $250,000 by year five, though WWE stopped covering travel expenses once they moved from developmental contracts.
Former WWE star AJ Styles explained that it's harder to improvise a match in the modern era of wrestling. Styles claims that choreographing matches is more difficult in today's wrestling compared to previous generations.
Enzo Amore revealed that Vince McMahon once planned a crossover storyline where Enzo would publicly target Conor McGregor on social media, with the angle potentially culminating in McGregor appearing on WWE television to destroy him in what Enzo described as potentially "the next greatest squash match of all time for a title." According to Enzo, while he had concerns about getting real heat with McGregor and possibly getting hurt, he was willing to go along with the idea at the time. The crossover program never materialized.
WWE has filed a trademark application for 'WWE Hard Hitters' with the United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO).
Jacob Fatu stated that he understands Drew McIntyre's hatred toward the Bloodline. Fatu also reflected on his rivalry with McIntyre that took place this year.