On February 27, during an episode of USA Network’s Smackdown, WWE wrestler Jey Uso suffered a surprising backstage attack, disrupting his plans to compete in the men’s Elimination Chamber match. The assailant, whose identity remains unknown, struck Jey multiple times with heavy objects including a ladder, wooden planks, and metal crates, leaving him unconscious behind the scenes.
Details of the Incident and Immediate Response
A video shared on WWE’s TikTok revealed Jey Uso preparing for the upcoming match before the violent assault occurred. Crew members quickly found the 40-year-old wrestler under the debris and promptly called paramedics. As he was loaded into an ambulance with visible bruising near his eye, his cousin, fellow WWE wrestler Jacob Fatu—who himself was injured in a similar mysterious backstage attack last October—joined him. Before departing, Fatu directed a stirring demand at Smackdown’s general manager Nick Aldis, shouting,
“You better find out who did this!”
Impact on the Elimination Chamber Match and WWE’s Response
Following the attack, Jey Uso was replaced in the February 28 Elimination Chamber match by Logan Paul, who ultimately lost to Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins. WWE has yet to publicly disclose any information about the attacker despite Fatu’s call for answers. E! News has contacted WWE for comment but received no response at this time.
Recent Matches Leading Up to the Attack
This incident occurred shortly after Jey competed against Bronson Reed on February 23 to qualify for the same Elimination Chamber contest. Jey won when Reed suffered a torn bicep, forcing Reed out of the competition for surgery. As one half of the World Tag Team Champions alongside his brother Jimmy Uso, Jey has been actively involved in intense bouts recently.
Jey Uso’s Current Condition and Reflections
Currently recuperating, Jey Uso shared a post from his hospital bed on Instagram, expressing cautious optimism despite the circumstances:
“Tomorrow is DAY ONE. The road back.”
Though missing the opportunity to compete further in the chamber, Jey treasures his career highlights, including his recent victory over John Cena at the 2025 Men’s Royal Rumble. He told ESPN,
“Man, I was low-key fangirling. I’m still a big fan of the guys in there,”
and praised Cena,
“John Cena has been around my family since my dad [WWE alum Solofa Fatu Jr.] was in the game, so being the last two in the Royal Rumble? I felt like a kid again. Just fire.”
Significance and What to Watch Next
This unexpected attack on Jey Uso backstage highlights ongoing security concerns within WWE events and raises questions about the motives behind such incidents. With no official updates on the attacker yet, fans and insiders alike remain eager for answers. Jey’s recovery and potential return to WWE action will be closely followed, especially given his prominent role alongside Jimmy Uso and his recent wrestling achievements.
