Seth Rollins recently ignited a public exchange with Vince Russo during an interview with comedian Jay Mohr. When asked to choose between Russo and fellow wrestling personality Jim Cornette, Rollins did not hold back, labeling both as “jackasses.” He expressed a preference for Cornette, citing their professional history together in Ring of Honor from 2008 to 2010. Rollins further criticized Russo, calling him a “hanger-on” and an “idiot.”
In a detailed response, Russo took to social media to address Rollins’ comments, expressing his surprise at being criticized by someone he claims to have never met. He stated, “Seth Rollins ‘hates’ a guy that he actually never even met, or even had a conversation with.” Russo suggested that Rollins’ animosity stems from his past remarks about Rollins’ performance in the ring.
Russo acknowledged Rollins as a talented athlete but questioned his abilities as a “worker.” He elaborated on his perspective, stating, “I have always questioned Seth being a great ‘worker’… I have witnessed dozens of Seth’s matches over the years where he fails to sell.” He also noted that Rollins’ interactions with fans, even while playing a villainous character, raised questions about his understanding of wrestling dynamics.
The exchange escalated as Russo pointed to recent viewer statistics for WWE programming, citing a significant drop in audience numbers for SmackDown. “SmackDown just did under a million viewers for the third time. That’s proof enough,” he stated, implying that the current product may not be meeting fan expectations.
In closing, Russo invited Rollins to learn more about character development, storylines, and the art of selling by tuning into his YouTube show, JCW Lunacy, which airs every Thursday night. He also humorously suggested that Rollins and Triple H could benefit from a collaborative learning experience.
Russo, now the head writer and an on-screen character for Juggalo Championship Wrestling, continues to engage with fans and commentators alike, using social media as a platform to share his insights and opinions. He concluded his message with a light-hearted request for Rollins to respond, noting that it could generate traffic for his website.
The ongoing tension between Russo and Rollins highlights the competitive and often contentious nature of professional wrestling, where personal and professional lines frequently blur. As both figures continue to dominate discussions in the wrestling community, fans remain eager to see how this rivalry evolves.