Cody Rhodes made it clear he wasn’t impressed when Pat McAfee’s involvement in the WrestleMania storyline was revealed — and he didn’t hold back when describing how he really felt about it.
During his conversation with Joe Tessitore, Rhodes addressed the moment when it became clear that McAfee was tied to Randy Orton’s plans. Instead of treating it like a shocking twist, Rhodes compared it to one of WWE’s most infamous gimmicks — sending a message that he viewed the reveal as a major letdown. When breaking down his reaction, Rhodes delivered a statement that immediately stood out.
“Pat McAfee being the guy that Randy Orton was talking to on the phone, is the most disappointing reveal in the history of pro wrestling. More than even The Gobbledy Gooker, which I don’t know if fans today would know that reference. That’s how deep this goes.”
That comparison alone shows just how strongly Rhodes feels about McAfee stepping into the WrestleMania spotlight. Referencing the Gobbledy Gooker — widely remembered as one of the strangest reveals in WWE history — sends a clear message that Rhodes sees this as an unnecessary distraction heading into one of the biggest matches of his career.
McAfee’s involvement has already sparked reactions across WWE programming and among fans, but Rhodes’ comments add even more fuel to the fire. Instead of focusing solely on Randy Orton, he now has another personality tied into the story — something he clearly doesn’t believe belongs in a WrestleMania main event.
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