Ryback issues a clarifying statement.
Kevin Owens joined Cody Rhodes on the latest episode of What Do You Wanna Talk About? when the conversation turned to wrestlers overpricing themselves on the independents because of their name in WWE. Owens and Rhodes brought up one name in particular that was edited out of the podcast.
Ryback thought they were talking about him, and gave his side of the story.
Later, Ryback issued another statement, saying he talked with Owens and was told that Owens and Rhodes weren't talking about him on the podcast.
want to clarify something from my recent post regarding the clip with
@FightOwensFight
and
@CodyRhodes
. After speaking with Kevin, he confirmed the person referenced in that specific comment wasn’t me. My name did come up in another part of the conversation, but not in that clip.I jumped to conclusions based on the name being censored and Cody mentioning working shows with the guy. Since I haven’t been publicly mentioned much in years, I assumed it was about me — and I was wrong.
I appreciate Kevin for the honest conversation. We always got along, and I’ve always respected both him and Cody. This is a reminder to ask before assuming, and I’m grateful the post brought awareness to my story regardless, as a lot has been misunderstood in the past.
Much love to you both.
I want to clarify something from my recent post regarding the clip with @FightOwensFight and @CodyRhodes. After speaking with Kevin, he confirmed the person referenced in that specific comment wasn’t me. My name did come up in another part of the conversation, but not in that…
— RYBACK (@Ryback) June 27, 2025
Ryback's last match took place in 2018, when he defeated Dylan Bostic at a Northeast Wrestling event in August.
