Drew McIntyre Doubles Down On Controversial WWE Statement
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Drew McIntyre is not backing down from his recent, harsh criticism of the WWE locker room. In a new interview, the "Scottish Warrior" has doubled down on his claim that a majority of the roster is not up to standard.
This comes after McIntyre previously claimed that 85% of the roster "don't look like they should be in WWE." While speaking with Wrestling Republic, he slightly adjusted the number but stuck to his original, fiery message.
Drew McIntyre Doubling Down On The "82%"
When asked about his previous controversial comments, McIntyre reinforced his belief. He said that most WWE stars are missing what it takes to truly stand out.
"Yeah, just — I said it recently. I don't know why it was so controversial," McIntyre said. "The 85% — maybe I'm a little off. Maybe it's like 82% of the roster. It's like they don't — they shouldn't be WWE superstars."
McIntyre clarified that his critique is not just about being muscular. He argued it's about presence, looking like a credible athlete, and finding a unique character.
HOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 11: Drew McIntyre talks to the crowd during WWE Monday Night RAW at Toyota Center on March 11, 2024 in Houston, Texas.
HOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 11: Drew McIntyre talks to the crowd during WWE Monday Night RAW at Toyota Center on March 11, 2024 in Houston, Texas.
Alex Bierens"I don't just mean that you have to be big and jacked like me. It would help to look like an athlete, my god," he stated. "To find something that makes you stand out — like something different. What's going to make you different from everybody else?"
He also issued a direct challenge to his peers. "Get in the damn gym. You've got all the free time in the world... You get no freaking excuse — sitting on your couch eating pizza."
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The "Justified" WWE Veteran
McIntyre's brutally honest comments are a perfect extension of his current on-screen character. For the past year, he has portrayed a bitter, "justified" heel who feels he has been screwed over and that the modern locker room has gone soft. These reality-blurring interviews have become a hallmark of his character, making fans question where the real Drew McIntyre ends and the on-screen persona begins.
His perspective is also rooted in his own career journey. After being released from his first WWE contract, McIntyre had to completely reinvent himself on the independent circuit, transforming his body and his character to earn a second chance. He is now speaking from a place of experience about the hard work required to become a top star.
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