In 2025, WWE quietly altered Logan Paul’s television status, despite making a significant announcement about the star earlier this year. The change became evident when Logan Paul was internally listed as a free agent, signaling a shift in his official designation within the company. This adjustment is part of why his high-profile feud with John Cena happened on SmackDown, not on the exclusive Monday Night RAW platform that WWE had previously tied him to.
This update was discussed on the latest episode of WrestleVotes Radio on WrestleBinge, where hosts JoeyVotes and TC shared insights about this internal change. WWE had earlier declared that Logan Paul would be a Monday Night RAW exclusive ahead of the show’s Netflix debut, making this new free-agent status notable for fans and insiders alike.
Revisiting Past Conflict: Logan Paul and The Rock’s History
Long before Logan Paul rose as a WWE Superstar, he faced a challenging setback involving Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. Following the serious controversy surrounding Logan Paul filming a deceased individual in Japan’s Aokigahara forest, the relationship between the two was strained. During that time, Paul revealed on The True Geordie podcast that his publicist advised him to remove all photos and videos that included The Rock, as the actor’s team wanted to distance themselves to avoid negative associations.
This distancing occurred when The Rock was at the peak of his movie career, backed by a strong public relations team focused on maintaining his positive image. Associating with the social media personality after such a controversy was seen as a reputational risk for The Rock and his management.
The Rock Extends a Gesture of Reconciliation After Years Apart
Recently, Logan Paul shared a private message from The Rock that helped mend their relationship after more than seven years of distance. In the message, The Rock expressed warmth and encouragement toward Paul, highlighting a connection through Benny Safdie, a mutual acquaintance:
“Yo, my brother, I know I look super cool right now. Uh… Bjorn, say hello to Logan Paul. Yo, brother, I know you’re doing Benny Safdie today. Uh… I’m so happy, man, that you’re going to meet him. That is my guy. That’s my brother and and he changed my life, and I just want you to know that. And you guys are going to have an amazing talk. I told Benny how much man I just loved you, and you guys are going to have a great talk.”
The Rock’s message also hinted at the possibility of future reconciliation, something that had been talked about years earlier but could not happen at the time due to The Rock’s image concerns. Now, with Logan Paul’s evolving career as a WWE Superstar and The Rock’s shift toward more serious acting roles, the timing seems right for them to reconnect on more positive terms.
Significance and What Lies Ahead for Logan Paul in WWE
This quiet status change for Logan Paul in WWE’s ranks marks an uncertain but hopeful moment in his career trajectory. Being labeled a free agent suggests WWE is keeping its options open regarding his appearances and storylines across different shows, rather than limiting him to one brand. For fans, this could mean more varied and unpredictable matchups involving the social media megastar.
The evolving relationship between Logan Paul and The Rock adds a layer of redemption and maturity, reflecting how both figures have grown since their earlier conflicts. Wrestling insiders and fans will be watching closely to see how this development affects Logan Paul’s future both inside and outside the WWE ring.
If you wondering why Logan Paul is on team Cody. Here is a reminder on why him and Rock had a falling out. #RealFriends pic.twitter.com/LOG643X7Jo
— Busby 🏁 (@MrBusby4o8) February 4, 2024
