Logan Paul, a WWE star and celebrity boxer, has been embroiled in a heated dispute with NFL legend Tom Brady for several weeks, sparked by Paul claiming superiority over NFL athletes. Brady responded with a sharp remark targeting WWE, which sparked reactions from various WWE wrestlers. The conflict intensified when Brady publicly insulted Paul.
Paul then raised the stakes by offering a $1 million boxing challenge to all current NFL players. Several players engaged with the challenge, but the most notable response came from former NFL athlete and professional boxer Le’Veon Bell. Nevertheless, Logan Paul refused to fight Bell, citing Bell’s boxing expertise and professionalism as factors.
WWE Intervenes to Protect Logan Paul
Amid the rising tensions, WWE stepped in during a live broadcast, instructing Logan Paul to cancel any forthcoming boxing matches, highlighting concerns about potential injuries. Paul later addressed the situation on social media, confirming WWE’s directive to avoid these fights.
Reacting to Paul’s withdrawal, Le’Veon Bell accused him of evading the bout and unleashed a furious social media tirade. Bell targeted several WWE icons, including Roman Reigns, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Seth Rollins, and Stone Cold Steve Austin, threatening severe physical confrontations. He notably declared, “I would THROTTLE [Roman Reigns].”
Logan Paul Explains WWE’s Position on His Boxing Challenges
Following the live call from WWE management to halt his boxing engagements, Paul posted on social media to elaborate on the company’s stance. He explained that WWE considers him a valuable asset and wants to prevent him from risking injury in bouts outside wrestling.
Welp. The bosses called Turns out I’m too valuable of a WWE Superstar to be fighting bums. I want to take this opportunity to congratulate [Le’Veon Bell] and [Breiden Fehoko] for their 15 minutes of relevancy. Now back to being broke and retired.
— Logan Paul, WWE Superstar
Implications for Logan Paul’s Boxing Aspirations
This development significantly impacts the ongoing Logan Paul boxing challenge, as WWE’s intervention places limits on Paul’s ability to engage opponents from other sports, including prominent NFL players like Le’Veon Bell. Bell’s aggressive reactions toward WWE stars further fuel tension between the wrestling and football communities.
As Logan Paul navigates WWE’s protection policies while maintaining his competitive image, the rivalry illustrates the complexities athletes face when crossing between boxing, professional wrestling, and other sports. The situation remains volatile, with the potential for future confrontations or reconciliations depending on forthcoming engagements.
I would THROTTLE @WWERomanReigns
— Le'Veon Bell (@LeVeonBell) March 8, 2026
I don’t care .. he gets THROTTLED, ain’t nobody say nothing when Jake was fighting Mike Tyson .. THROTTLE
— Le'Veon Bell (@LeVeonBell) March 8, 2026
