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“It’s Not My Place to Criticize” – Former WWE Head Writer Reflects on Logan Paul’s Contrasting WWE Performances and Life Choices

Published Aug 13, 2023 | 8:15 PM EDT

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Logan Paul has once again captured the spotlight, leaving fans and critics abuzz with his performance against Ricochet at WWE SummerSlam. Among those intrigued by his ring prowess is former WWE head writer Freddie Prinze Jr., who offered a unique perspective on Paul’s presence inside and outside the ring.

In a candid conversation with Jeff Dye on his podcast ‘Wrestling With Freddie’, Prinze Jr. shared his thoughts on the recent SummerSlam event and Logan Paul’s victory. His take on Logan Paul’s WWE journey and life choices adds a new layer of intrigue.

Freddie Prinze Jr. shares his opinion of Logan Paul

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Although well-known for the many Hollywood projects he has been a part of, WWE fans know Prinze Jr. for being a wrestling enthusiast. Over the years, he has taken up miscellaneous roles in the WWE, be it ringside or behind the curtain. His recent remarks about Logan Paul find a delicate balance between the wrestler’s in-ring prowess and controversial past.

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“It was a good match, man, and I’ve got to give it up to him,” Prinze Jr. acknowledged, balancing praise and candid observation. He addressed the divergence between Paul’s on-screen wrestling contributions and off-screen decisions. “I’m not the biggest fan of all his life choices, but they’re his choices, and they’re not mine,” he stated.

Paul has succeeded in gaining the respect of Prinze Jr. for his performance inside the ring. “His work in WWE in the ring has been really, really good, and his promo work has been okay. Not good, not bad, just in the middle,” Prinze Jr. assessed. Despite the differences in opinion, Prinze Jr. maintained respect for Paul’s contributions, emphasizing his skills in the WWE domain.

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Prinze Jr. further talked about whether he thinks Logan Paul can be a good heel in the promotion. “I don’t think he’s as good as a heel when he’s trying to be a heel as he is when he’s just trying to be himself and be a babyface and get over. He leaned into it too much. It feels a little bit forced,” Prinze Jr. remarked, shedding light on Paul’s journey to find his wrestling persona.

Logan Paul is making headlines with PRIME’s new partnership

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Beyond the ring, Logan Paul’s journey takes yet another unexpected turn. The success story of his energy drink PRIME mirrors the rapid ascent of his YouTube stardom. Recent news reveals that Paul has inked another partnership with the esteemed German Bundesliga Club, FC Bayern Munich.

PRIME’s Hydration is now the official drink partner for the European Champions. This strategic alliance expands PRIME’s marketing reach, offering a lucrative entryway into the German market.

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In a refreshing move, PRIME products will be exclusively available on Bayern Munich’s home turf on match days. This partnership amplifies the brand’s reach and resonates with Paul’s aspiration to venture into retail operations in the near future. This recent achievement is an example of how the star crafts a narrative that merges the excitement of the squared circle with his entrepreneurial endeavors.

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Sheron Singh

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Sheron Singh is a WWE writer at Essentially Sports. She started watching and following the WWE when her father introduced it to her at the age of 6. Sheron has since been an avid fan and devotedly follows the sport.
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Stefan Thomas