The world of professional wrestling has been buzzing once again after two explosive developments involving former Shield members and one of WWE’s most popular stars. Jon Moxley, currently one of All Elite Wrestling’s biggest names, made a shocking confession during a recent interview that has fans questioning his past decisions and current outlook on the wrestling industry. Meanwhile, Cody Rhodes, fresh off his monumental WrestleMania triumph, has found himself under fire after critics labeled his championship reign as “fake.” Roman Reigns, WWE’s long-reigning Tribal Chief, has now weighed in on both matters—adding fuel to an already fiery conversation.
Moxley’s AEW Revelation
Jon Moxley, formerly Dean Ambrose in WWE, revealed in a candid moment that part of him sometimes wonders if leaving WWE was the wrong move. While he praised AEW for giving him freedom, creative control, and the ability to reinvent himself, he admitted that the grueling AEW schedule and constant physical toll have taken a heavy price on him.
“I gave everything to AEW, and sometimes I don’t even recognize myself anymore,” Moxley said in his statement. “There are nights when I ask if I made the right call walking away from WWE. But at the same time, I know I couldn’t stay there either. It’s a double-edged sword.”
The revelation stunned fans who have long viewed Moxley as one of WWE’s biggest success stories turned AEW icon. His honesty shed light on the struggles of balancing passion and pain in an industry that often hides its hardships.
Cody Rhodes’ Championship Under Fire
While Moxley’s words rocked AEW fans, Cody Rhodes became the subject of controversy in WWE circles. After dethroning Roman Reigns at WrestleMania and completing his “finish the story” journey, Cody was soon confronted with accusations that his newly branded WWE Championship wasn’t “real.” Critics argued that WWE’s decision to retire the Undisputed Universal Title in favor of a new belt cheapened the lineage.
Some fans even labeled Cody’s reign as holding a “fake championship,” claiming it lacked the historical prestige carried by Roman’s 1,300+ day run. The backlash grew online, with divided opinions between those celebrating Cody’s moment and others dismissing it as corporate rebranding.
Roman Reigns Responds
In a rare media appearance, Roman Reigns addressed both stories head-on. When asked about Moxley’s confession, Reigns responded with empathy:
“Mox is my brother. We went through everything together in The Shield. If he’s struggling, I just hope he knows we all respect what he’s done. AEW, WWE—it doesn’t matter. He carved his own path, and nobody can take that away from him.”
On Cody’s controversial championship, however, Reigns was far less forgiving:
“Let’s be real. That title Cody’s carrying doesn’t compare to what I held. The Undisputed Championship was built on dominance, not marketing. If fans think it looks fake, maybe they’re just recognizing the truth.”
The Fallout
Reigns’ comments have sparked intense debate online, with WWE loyalists rallying behind his claims while Cody supporters dismiss Roman as “bitter.” Meanwhile, AEW fans sympathize with Moxley’s confession but remain divided on whether it tarnishes his AEW legacy.
As wrestling enters its next era, one thing is certain—whether it’s Moxley’s struggles, Cody’s disputed title, or Roman’s dominance, the conversation shows no signs of slowing down.
