The bitter Seth Rollins Vince Russo feud took another turn this week, as Vince Russo issued an emotional response to recent scathing comments made by Rollins. The exchange escalated after Rollins, on Jay Mohr’s podcast, openly criticized both Russo and Jim Cornette in a long-standing WWE dispute.
Seth Rollins Intensifies the Russo-Cornette Rivalry
During his appearance on Mohr Stories with Jay Mohr, WWE Superstar Seth Rollins was asked about the infamous feud between former WWE creative heads Vince Russo and Jim Cornette. Rollins did not hesitate to express his disdain for both, bluntly labeling Russo and Cornette as “jackasses.” Despite this, Rollins admitted that if forced to choose, he would take Cornette’s side over Russo, going so far as to call Russo “an idiot” and dismissing him as a “hanger-on.” These remarks fueled further tensions in a rivalry already marked by harsh opinions and grudges.
Vince Russo Delivers Fiery Rebuttal on Social Media
Unsurprisingly, Vince Russo, a former WWE head writer who has always been outspoken about his critics, opted not to stay silent. In a passionate post on social media, Russo fired back at Seth Rollins’ scathing remarks, accusing Rollins of severe misjudgment and questioning the legitimacy of Rollins’ hate given their lack of any personal interaction.
“In other words he’s never had any contact with me in any way, shape, or form. That equates to—@WWERollins doesn’t know me. So then WHY the hate? I’m assuming that it must have to do with my ‘analysis,’”
Vince Russo commented, pointing to his years of public commentary on Rollins’ career. Russo continued by referencing his ongoing analysis of Rollins’ skills in the wrestling ring, stating,
“While there is no question that Seth is a Great Athlete, I have always questioned Seth being a Great ‘Worker.’”
Russo emphasized his criticisms, arguing that,
“I have witnessed dozens of Seth’s matches over the years where he fails to SELL. In my book, being a Great Worker means you know how to Sell.”
– Vince Russo, Analyst
Russo then shifted focus to Rollins’ character work, particularly during heel turns, saying,
“From there, I questioned why, when Seth turned ‘Heel,’ did he still go out there and literally CONDUCT the fans as they sang along to his song. Is that what a Heel would do? Then there’s this—me saying to NAUSEAM that his Mentor (thus, Seth being his Boy), @TripleH is NOT A WRITER.”
– Vince Russo, Analyst
Vince Russo also defended his own legacy and career longevity within wrestling, redirecting Rollins’ “hanger-on” label with a reference to his departure from WWE decades ago. He dismissed accusations of clinging to the promotion, drawing attention to his continued relevance in the industry despite his age and time away from WWE.
“Guess what? I’m not even going to argue that point. SmackDown just did under a MILLION VIEWERS for the third time. That’s Proof enough. From there ‘Idaho’s Own,’ The Monday Night Messiah, Seth Freakin’ Rollins, The Visionary, and whatever other moniker he’s used over the years, said that I was a Hanger-On-er.”
– Vince Russo, Analyst
Russo concluded his online retort with a sharp jab at Rollins’ popularity and expertise, suggesting that Rollins—and his mentor Triple H—could stand to learn from Russo’s knowledge in crafting compelling wrestling personas and narratives.
“And lastly . . . the obvious . . . ‘NOBODY LIKES HIM.’ Yup—that must explain why I keep getting hired over and over again even at 65 years-old. Seth—it you want to learn anything about being a character, storylines, what exactly a heel is and yes, even SELLING—you can tune into @jcwlunacy every Thursday Night on YouTube.”
– Vince Russo, Analyst
Tension Rises within the WWE Community
The public spat between Rollins and Russo has re-energized debates among wrestling fans regarding wrestling performance, character work, and industry legacy. As both figures double down on their positions, fellow professionals, like Jim Cornette and Triple H, are once again drawn into the conversation, amplifying the already tense atmosphere within WWE circles. This latest war of words highlights the deep divisions and personal grudges that continue to shape the wrestling world, with Seth Rollins Vince Russo feud taking center stage in ongoing discussions about what makes a wrestling star—and who truly shapes the business.
So, @WWERollins "Hates Me" and according to him I'm a "Hanger On-er".
So this is why I love being an analyst. I get to really analyze people's comments."
So, Seth Rollins "hates" a guy that he actually never even met, or even had a conversation with. In other words he's… pic.twitter.com/tbJ9yKxgjX
— Vince Russo (@THEVinceRusso) December 24, 2025
