During the August 18, 2025, episode of WWE RAW broadcast from Philadelphia, Paul Heyman delivered a provocative promo mentioning several ECW legends, including Tommy Dreamer. Heyman shockingly stated,
“I know he’s not dead yet, but he should be,”
referring to Dreamer during a segment alongside Seth Rollins, Bron Breakker, and Bronson Reed. This unexpected comment electrified the live crowd and sparked significant debate on social media about its intent and implications.
The provocative remark was seen as both a jab and a nod to Dreamer’s hardcore wrestling reputation, generating curiosity over Heyman’s purpose in using such harsh language on a respected figure from wrestling history.
Tommy Dreamer Responds to Heyman’s Provocative Words with Humor and Grace
Tommy Dreamer addressed the promo on Busted Open Radio, revealing that he took Heyman’s comment in stride and was not offended. He acknowledged the attention the mention brought him, joking about trending at number three alongside WWE RAW and the Cincinnati Bengals. Dreamer described the situation as “just 15 seconds of fame” and expressed appreciation for the spotlight, highlighting his ability to laugh off the harsh remark and its role in generating crowd reaction.
“I know he’s not dead, but I should be. Then Bron Breakker had no clue I was still alive, but that’s okay. If your name is being said—and hey, I was trending #3, it was RAW, Bengals, and me, which was cool—I think that’s awesome. Just 15 more seconds of fame.If a mention of your name is used to get heat from the crowd and they turn, I think it’s great. I have no problem with my name being used like that or in any way. You get it all the time. Someone pulls out a Singapore cane—boom, Tommy Dreamer. I’m okay with all of it.I don’t acknowledge anything. What are you gonna retort with? ‘I’m alive’? You’re welcome that you need to use me—someone who doesn’t work there, hasn’t worked there—to get yourself heat, and that’s awesome. I think it was a great shot to build up, and guess what? Your guy lost.”
—Tommy Dreamer, WWE Legend
Drew McIntyre Calls for Seth Rollins’ Faction to Adopt a New Name
Turning attention to faction dynamics within WWE, Drew McIntyre recently recommended that Seth Rollins rename his group. During an appearance on Huge Pop! Radio, McIntyre praised Rollins’ victory over CM Punk at SummerSlam but criticized the current faction name, The Vision, which he labeled as ineffective. He suggested “The Karma Police” would better suit the group’s storyline role in delivering retribution against Punk.
“We won. Everyone’s happy. Punk got screwed. Karma is a bi**h. Seth should rename his group. I don’t even know what they call themselves. The Visionaries or whatever. It’s something stupid. They should call themselves The Karma Police.”
—Drew McIntyre, WWE Superstar
Other Notable Updates from the WWE and Wrestling World
Cody Rhodes recently acknowledged a misstep related to a controversial tweet posted on July 5, 2025, which caused confusion among his fans. Additionally, a legend claimed a current WWE roster member outshines Charlotte Flair, highlighting her recent performance at AAA Triplemania, where she is a two-time Women’s Champion.
In a somber moment, Triple H shared a surprising comment about Vince McMahon at Hulk Hogan’s funeral, which followed Hogan’s passing on July 24, 2025. Meanwhile, John Cena is set to headline an upcoming WWE event, marking another significant milestone as he approaches retirement.
Elsewhere, Drew McIntyre’s former rival opened up about an unexpected real-life conflict the wrestler had with pop icon Madonna. AEW star Will Ospreay is preparing for surgery after reports confirmed his health concerns. Cody Rhodes also revealed a wild backstage prank played on Kevin Owens, highlighting their on-screen rivalry that perfectly blends with their off-screen antics.
Lastly, AEW’s Mercedes Mone expressed surprise at encountering a British sausage while preparing for her Scotland clash with Toni Storm, injecting some humor ahead of the showdown.
Significance of Heyman’s Promo and Dreamer’s Reaction in WWE Storytelling
Paul Heyman’s provocative comment about Tommy Dreamer on WWE RAW has ignited renewed interest in ECW’s legacy and the seasoned veteran’s influence in professional wrestling. Dreamer’s ability to respond with humor rather than hostility demonstrates his resilience and respect within the industry, emphasizing how such promos can generate compelling storytelling without creating personal animosity.
Heyman’s tactic of leveraging Dreamer’s name to elicit crowd reaction highlights how WWE integrates history into current narratives to build heat and engagement. As Rollins’ faction continues to evolve, with suggestions like McIntyre’s on renaming it, the wrestling world watches how alliances and rivalries adapt. These segments serve not only immediate entertainment but also set the stage for future directions in WWE programming.
