Drew McIntyre views his challenging path back to the forefront of WWE as the key reason he considers himself one of the final genuine heroes within the company. Speaking recently about his mindset during his current reign as the Undisputed WWE Champion, McIntyre emphasized his refusal to accept a permanent secondary role after years of nearing but not quite seizing the top title. His journey has been marked by setbacks that tested his resolve but ultimately reinforced his belief in his potential.
Refusing to Settle for a Supporting Role
McIntyre acknowledged that there were moments when it seemed he might never reclaim the championship, but he never accepted that as his destiny.
“I know how long my current contract runs for, and I can’t think for a second, ‘Well, this is just my role. I’m going to be happy in this role,’”
he stated, rejecting the idea of settling into mid-card positions that have historically limited many WWE stars. He understands the value of supporting others but insisted his own ambition always pushed him beyond that.
“I’ve seen stars historically get pigeonholed in a certain place,”
McIntyre said.
“It’s a great place. It’s amazing to be in WWE and in that place and elevating everyone around you. But no, not for Drew McIntyre. I know what I’m capable of.”
Playing the Long Game Toward Championship Glory
Despite the challenges, McIntyre maintained faith that his moment was coming, describing his approach as patiently strategizing for success.
“I knew it was just a matter of time before I won the title again,”
he explained, framing his persistence as a “long game” that ultimately paid off. His current status demonstrates the payoff from years of resilience and dedication, even as rival wrestlers continually emerged to challenge him.
Clarifying His Role: Not a Villain but the Final Hero
Although McIntyre has shown a more aggressive edge in recent appearances on WWE SmackDown, he firmly denies being the antagonist in the company’s storylines. Instead, he insists that his fierce behavior stems from the hardships he has endured throughout his career.
“Because I’m not the bad guy. I’m the last good guy in WWE,”
McIntyre declared.
He challenged those who label him a villain to explain their reasoning, confident no valid example exists.
“If you try to argue with me, debate me, you’ll lose,”
he claimed.
“Someone says, ‘You’re the bad guy.’ I’m like, ‘How? Give me an example.’”
Sharing His Struggles to Reveal the Real Drew McIntyre
McIntyre also opened up about the emotional trauma stemming from the repeated near-misses and setbacks that twice placed him on the edge of WWE’s highest success without remaining there. He described suffering PTSD from these experiences and said that when he explains this background, most people come to understand his perspective.
“I explain why I am the way I am, what’s happened to me, the PTSD I’ve suffered. ‘Would you not do the same thing?’ And every single person says yes,”
he revealed.
Looking Ahead to WrestleMania and Beyond
With WrestleMania on the horizon and a growing number of contenders seeking the Undisputed WWE Championship, McIntyre remains convinced that his story is one of continued resilience rather than villainy. His message underscores endurance through adversity, and his belief in being the true hero in WWE’s evolving narrative. As the competition intensifies, it remains to be seen how McIntyre’s legacy will influence the company’s future storylines and championship battles.
