The Miz made a veiled comment about his longstanding feud with Bryan Danielson during the Road to Wrestlepalooza broadcast on September 20, 2025. The remark came amidst discussions about his career longevity and addressed the ongoing narrative between the two wrestling figures.
Background of Their Heated Exchanges Dating Back to 2016
The tension between The Miz and Bryan Danielson dates back to 2016, notably when Danielson, then known as Daniel Bryan, criticized Miz’s in-ring style on the Talking Smack show for being overly cautious and dull. In response, Miz fired back with a memorable promo blaming Danielson’s reckless wrestling approach for causing injuries that led to his early retirement.
Recent Comments Reinforce Their Complex History
During the two-hour Road to Wrestlepalooza episode hosted by O’Shea Jackson Jr. and T.J. Jefferson of the No Contest Wrestling podcast, The Miz mentioned having heard critiques about his “safe” style. Although he avoided naming Danielson directly, his remark hinted at Danielson’s current status, implying that the critic is “no longer here.”
I’ve had people tell me I have a ‘safe’ way of wrestling. But that person is no longer here anymore,
The Miz said.
So, we don’t need to talk about him.
Career Milestones of Both Wrestlers and Current Roles
The Miz has been a constant presence in WWE since 2006, missing only a handful of months in 2021 due to his first significant injury—a torn ACL. Bryan Danielson returned from retirement to WWE competition in 2018 before leaving in 2021 to join AEW. Since then, Danielson captured the AEW World Championship in 2024, subsequently losing it to Jon Moxley in his last full-time wrestling match.
Following his in-ring career, Danielson has taken on a color commentator role, making appearances on AEW Dynamite, including a recent stint on August 20, 2025. Tony Khan later appointed him as a full-time commentator for the show.
Implications for the Ongoing Rivalry and Wrestling Landscape
The Miz’s cryptic comments continue to fuel speculation about the unresolved tension between him and Bryan Danielson, keeping their feud relevant ahead of Wrestlepalooza. With Danielson’s shift to commentary and The Miz’s persistent career in WWE, the rivalry remains a notable storyline that adds depth to ongoing wrestling narratives. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see if this animosity leads to further confrontations in the future.
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