Logan Paul, a WWE Superstar, recently issued a bold open challenge to NFL players for a boxing match, even offering a $1 billion bet to anyone who would accept. His challenge sparked significant attention, but in a surprising turn, WWE has prohibited Paul from boxing any NFL players, citing concerns about unnecessary risks and the potential for injury.
During an appearance on the Happy Punch podcast, Paul received a phone call from a WWE representative named Chris, who informed him of the ban. Chris explained that Paul taking part in boxing matches against NFL players posed risks that WWE was unwilling to accept given Paul’s status as a full-time WWE athlete.
Chris stated during the call,
“I know, but it’s just unnecessary risk. Like, you don’t know if you slip, you fall. I mean, we don’t want to risk any injury.”
Paul expressed his frustration, disputing the risk assessment with the comment,
“Bro, these guys cannot box! They’re football players! There’s no risk!”
Despite Paul’s insistence and even offering WWE a share of his potential winnings, Chris firmly replied,
“We’re good. We just prefer you not to be boxing.”
Logan Paul Accepts WWE’s Decision Despite Displeasure
Following the call, Paul made it clear that he would comply with WWE’s directive. He emphasized his loyalty to the wrestling organization, saying,
“At the end of the day, I’m a WWE Superstar, and my loyalty is with the WWE.”
Paul further acknowledged the constraints that come with his full-time WWE status, explaining,
“If I do not have their blessing to do some extracurricular activities that are unrelated to the WWE, like boxing, as much as I would like to do it, I got to honor my job and my commitment to my profession.”
Paul admitted to feeling disappointed about the restriction, stating,
“I understand the perspective. I obviously don’t like it.”
He also revealed he spent $5,000 to $10,000 on drafting the contract for his open boxing challenge, underscoring his seriousness about the endeavor.
This incident sheds light on the tension between WWE’s desire to protect its athletes and Logan Paul’s ambitions outside wrestling, particularly in boxing. The ban essentially curtails Paul’s plans to engage in high-profile boxing matches against NFL players, limiting his crossover appeal in both sports entertainment and boxing arenas.
The WWE’s decision signals a firm stance on athlete safety and brand control, showing that despite the potential hype and publicity surrounding such matches, the promotion prioritizes protecting its talent from unnecessary hazards. Logan Paul’s compliance suggests he will focus primarily on his wrestling career under WWE’s terms for now.
Logan Paul got a call from the WWE saying he’s not allowed to box any NFL players 😅
“I’m not gonna get injured. These guys can’t box, they’re football players. There’s no risk.” pic.twitter.com/DxFItZz1dy
— Happy Punch (@HappyPunch) March 8, 2026
