The AEW media rights situation isn’t calming down — and now Nick LoPiccolo is pushing back hard after the latest update added denials from AEW and Warner Bros. Discovery.
After NFL insider John McMullen reposted his report with an editor’s note stating that both AEW and WBD denied any early heads-up about a potential sale, LoPiccolo quickly responded on Twitter — and he didn’t hold back. His reaction zeroed in on the specific wording used in the denial, calling attention to the phrase “pre-sale information” and questioning why it was addressed so directly.
“wow, they denied the one thing nobody normal says out loud unless a lawyer already got involved.”
“‘pre-sale information.’”
He then doubled down, suggesting the denial itself raised more questions than it answered. LoPiccolo also used a blunt comparison to make his point, implying that the denial may be more about technical wording than the bigger picture.
“beautiful. no notes.”
“denying ‘pre-sale information’ is like asking if the house is on fire and being told the curtains are not technically in flames yet 💀”
That response adds to an already messy situation, where conflicting narratives continue to clash publicly. On one side, AEW and WBD are firmly denying that any early warning was given. On the other, LoPiccolo is now suggesting the denial itself might be carefully worded rather than completely dismissive.
The timing of his reaction only adds fuel to the fire, especially as the updated report continues to circulate and reshape how the story is being viewed. At this point, the situation has turned into a back-and-forth between sources, denials, and interpretations — and it’s not slowing down.
Do you think Nick LoPiccolo has a point about the wording of the denial, or are AEW and WBD shutting this down for good? Drop your thoughts in the comments and let’s hear it.