Paul Heyman Fires Back at Tom Brady’s ‘Cute’ WWE Take
This article was originally published on Total Pro Sports.
In what has quickly become one of the most entertaining cross-sports clashes of early 2026, Paul Heyman, WWE Hall of Famer and mastermind behind some of wrestling’s most iconic stories, has delivered a blistering response after Tom Brady labeled professional wrestling as “cute.”
The verbal exchange has ignited reactions across WWE locker rooms and social media, blending sports rivalry with pro wrestling theatrics.
How It All Started: Brady’s ‘Cute’ Comment Goes Viral
During a recent appearance on the Impaulsive podcast co-hosted by WWE personality Logan Paul, seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady weighed in on the athleticism of professional wrestling:
“It’s cute. I love WWE, it’s very cute,” Brady said, referring to wrestling while comparing it to the physical demands of the NFL. “But honestly, this is like real football — real competition.”
Heyman Answers Back: More Than Just ‘Cute’
At the WWE 2K Creator Fest event and across social platforms, Heyman didn’t hold back.
His response was both humorous and pointed:
“What’s Tom Brady done? He’s thrown a football across a field that was caught by Gronkowski. Gronkowski deserves the credit. Belichick and his girlfriend deserve the credit. But Tom Brady? Nuh-uh.”
The Wiseman’s line combined WWE bravado with a jab at Brady’s perceived reliance on his supporting cast, sparking laughter and cheers among wrestling fans.
He didn’t stop there. Heyman also took to social media to challenge Brady to a microphone battle on WWE Raw, suggesting that a live WWE audience would be a whole different intensity level than anything Brady has faced before:
“If Tom Brady thinks Nikki Glaser ripped him up at the Roast, he has no idea what Logan Paul and I would do to him on the mic in front of a live WWE audience on Netflix!”
WWE stars want to see Tom Brady in the ring after calling professional wrestling “cute” 😬 pic.twitter.com/BQLDtHhOnL
— Sports Illustrated (@SInow) February 20, 2026
Locker Room Reactions: WWE Stars Weigh In
Heyman wasn’t the only WWE personality to react.
At the same event, a variety of WWE Superstars had their own responses:
- CM Punk joked back at Brady’s comment:
“What’s wrong with cute? I’m cute, Tom.” - Drew McIntyre, the WWE Champion, took a more measured tone:
“I don’t get annoyed — it just comes from a place of ignorance.” - Tyler Breeze challenged Brady to experience the WWE environment firsthand:
“I would love to see Tom Brady step in and see what it actually is.” - Oba Femi didn’t hold back:
“Those who think it’s cute and fluffy … come lace up some boots. And then let’s watch you puke.”
Conclusion
Paul Heyman’s fiery response to Tom Brady’s “cute” take shows that the WWE universe isn’t afraid to defend itself and do it with flair.
