During a candid conversation on the
“What Do You Wanna Talk About?”
podcast, Kevin Owens reflected on The Miz underrated WWE career, highlighting the veteran wrestler’s adaptability and staying power after years in the business. Owens expressed a shift in perspective following their time together in WWE, crediting The Miz for achievements that are frequently overlooked.
Owens Recalls Initial Doubts About The Miz’s Success
Initially, Kevin Owens admitted to questioning The Miz’s place in WWE during his early years watching from the independent scene. Confessing his earlier skepticism, Owens described how his opinion changed once he was able to share the ring with The Miz.
“If there is one guy that doesn’t get enough credit, it’s him. Even me. I’ll fully admit this, and I think I told Mike before,”
—Kevin Owens, WWE Superstar
“I watched WWE from the outside looking in as an independent wrestler, hoping to get to WWE. I’d see Miz and I’d go, ‘How the f*** is this guy main eventing WrestleMania? How the f*** is this guy always in the top angles?’ I know why once I worked with him once. That’s why.”
—Kevin Owens, WWE Superstar
The Miz’s Reputation for Reliability and Versatility
Owens went on to describe The Miz as the embodiment of reliability in WWE, able to deliver in any situation and adapt to whatever storyline or role he is given. The two-time WWE Champion was praised for consistently turning even the most challenging circumstances into compelling matches and entertainment.
“We talk about making everything work. He is the epitome of that. He’ll say yes to anything, he’ll make it work, he’ll do it good. He has amazing matches.”
—Kevin Owens, WWE Superstar
A Standout Match That Changed Perceptions
Highlighting a recent match against GUNTHER in Chicago, Owens drew attention to how expectations were surpassed, with The Miz holding his own in a bout that many did not anticipate would steal the spotlight. This performance was singled out as evidence of The Miz’s ability to elevate the quality of any match and opponent, despite often being undervalued in discussions of top talent.

“You look at Gunther and you look at Miz… Miz is probably bottom of the list [of expected dream opponents]. They killed it. Killed it. That’s true with almost everyone. Miz can do that with anybody. He does not get enough credit.”
—Kevin Owens, WWE Superstar
A Legacy of Endurance in WWE
Owens’ recognition of The Miz underrated WWE career adds to a growing acknowledgment within the company and among fans, spotlighting nearly two decades of consistent contribution. With names like Cody Rhodes and others now echoing this respect, The Miz’s tenure stands as a testament to persistence and versatility in the WWE landscape, ensuring his role as a mainstay in major events and bouts for years to come.