During Super Bowl 60, a heated discussion arose between Logan Paul and Tom Brady surrounding the athleticism of WWE Superstars compared to NFL players. The argument took place on the Fanatics Super Bowl Party red carpet during an episode of the ImPaulsive podcast, where Paul claimed he was athletically on par with NFL star Saquon Barkley. Paul highlighted a springboard top rope moonsault, a wrestling maneuver he asserted Barkley would not be able to execute. Brady, a seven-time Super Bowl champion, dismissed the comparison by calling WWE “cute,” sparking reactions from the wrestling community.
WWE Stars Respond Firmly to Brady’s Comments
The remarks from Tom Brady did not go unanswered by WWE talent present at the WWE 2K Creator Fest. Several wrestlers and personalities, including CM Punk, Paul Heyman, Drew McIntyre, Tyler Breeze, and Oba Femi, voiced their perspectives on Brady’s characterization of professional wrestling.
WWE Champion Drew McIntyre expressed indifference, indicating that Brady’s comments did not bother him. In contrast, CM Punk replied directly, saying,
“What’s wrong with cute? I’m cute, Tom [Brady].”
Paul Heyman offered a more critical viewpoint, stating,
“What’s Tom Brady done? He’s thrown a football across a field that was caught by [Rob] Gronkowski. Gronkowski deserves the credit. Belichick and his girlfriend deserve the credit. But Tom Brady?”
Tyler Breeze urged Brady to try wrestling firsthand, commenting,
“I would love to see Tom Brady step in and see what it actually is. And see how cute he thinks it is. As you know, it is tough.”
Oba Femi added a challenge, saying,
“For those who think it is cute, and it is fluffy, and it’s all sweet and stuff, you can come and try. You can lace up some boots. And then, let’s watch you puke.”
Upcoming Flag Football Match Adds Context to the Rivalry
The tension between Brady and Paul escalates as they prepare to compete against each other in a flag football event scheduled for March 21, 2026, in Saudi Arabia. This upcoming match will test their athletic abilities outside of wrestling and football, adding an extra dimension to their public feud.
Implications for WWE and NFL Relations
The exchange between Tom Brady and WWE talents such as CM Punk and Paul Heyman highlights the ongoing debate about the legitimacy and toughness of wrestling compared to traditional sports. With major figures from both WWE and the NFL involved, the discussion draws attention to the physical demands and athletic skills required in each discipline. The responses from WWE’s top stars emphasize their confidence in the rigor of professional wrestling and suggest a desire to showcase its challenges to skeptics. As Brady and Paul face off in Saudi Arabia, their rivalry is expected to keep fans engaged across sports and entertainment communities alike.
WWE stars want to see Tom Brady in the ring after calling professional wrestling “cute” 😬 pic.twitter.com/BQLDtHhOnL
— Sports Illustrated (@SInow) February 20, 2026
