Randy Orton responded to Tom Brady’s recent comment describing WWE as “cute” when comparing NFL athletes to professional wrestlers. The remark was made by Brady, a multiple-time Super Bowl champion, during an appearance on Logan Paul’s podcast Impaulsive, where Paul asserted that he represents the highest level of athleticism. Several WWE performers have since replied to the “cute” remark, with Orton among the most vocal.
During an interview on ESPN’s Get Up, Orton expressed interest in meeting Brady and delivering his signature move, the RKO, to the football legend. The 14-time world champion found Brady’s view on professional wrestling’s physicality especially notable.
I did see a recent podcast Logan Paul put on, he had Tom Brady on, and Tom Brady had a few things to say about pro wrestling. I think he called it quote unquote ‘cute.’ I’ve never met him, but I’d love to meet Tom and hit him with an RKO. I’d say he’d be at the top of the list,
Orton said.
The RKO has become one of wrestling’s most widely recognized finishing moves, frequently featured in viral clips that extend beyond the wrestling community.
Other Reactions and WWE’s Road to WrestleMania 42
Paul Heyman has also shared his perspective on Brady’s comments, indicating what he and Logan Paul would do to the NFL star in front of a live WWE audience. This exchange adds to the growing tension surrounding Brady’s remarks.
Meanwhile, Randy Orton is focused on competing in the upcoming Elimination Chamber match scheduled for February 28 at the United Center in Chicago. Orton earned his spot by defeating Solo Sikoa and Aleister Black in a triple threat match earlier this month. However, his momentum suffered a setback when he lost to Aleister Black on the February 20 episode of SmackDown, following an attack by Undisputed WWE Champion Drew McIntyre. This loss marked Black’s first victory over Orton since returning to the WWE brand.
Orton is entering the Elimination Chamber for a record tenth time, with hopes of securing a championship opportunity this spring as WrestleMania 42 approaches in Las Vegas.
The Growing Interest Between Wrestling and NFL Stars
This exchange highlights the ongoing conversation between the worlds of professional wrestling and football, as top personalities from both arenas interact and challenge each other. Randy Orton’s willingness to confront Tom Brady underscores the competitive spirit that crosses these sports, while bringing added excitement to fans anticipating the Road to WrestleMania.
The buildup to WrestleMania 42 and the Elimination Chamber main event will continue to draw attention to Orton’s career milestones and potential title opportunities, making his call-out of Brady a notable moment in the crossover between wrestling and mainstream sports entertainment.
.@RandyOrton says he'd love to RKO Tom Brady after calling pro wrestling "cute" on Logan Paul's podcast 👀 pic.twitter.com/OmLBReT3NF
— Get Up (@GetUpESPN) February 23, 2026
