Off The Script w/JDfromNY

Chris Jericho speaks… and, and brings back THE LIST to AEW. 

After shocking the wrestling world with his return last week, Chris Jericho addresses AEW for the first time in nearly a year, and he is back to wrestle...Ricochet at AEW Dynasty. 

Also, after interviewing with Jonathan Coachman, and Vince Russo yesterday in a highly anticipated sit-down, Tony Khan delivers one of the most boring episodes of his flagship show before a PPV in 7 years of AEW. 

Tonight's AEW Dynamite Review (4/8/26)

🎙️Darby Alli...

On this week’s episode of The Two Count with Jonathan Coachman, we break down the biggest stories across WWE and AEW, including major WrestleMania developments, controversial promos, and fan reactions across the wrestling world.

We start with the fallout from Cody Rhodes’ off-script promo on SmackDown, and whether it added real emotion to the WrestleMania build or exposed cracks in WWE’s creative direction.

We also discuss the reveal of Pat McAfee as the mystery call, and whether WWE delivered on the hype or left fans underwhelmed.

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WWE feels like it’s breaking from the inside… and it’s all happening right before WrestleMania 42.

Pat McAfee’s shocking role in the Cody Rhodes vs Randy Orton feud wasn’t a creative decision. Reports say it came straight from TKO CEO Ari Emanuel, with McAfee originally turning the idea down before eventually agreeing to it. The move was driven by corporate strategy, ESPN synergy, and ticket sales… not storytelling.

That decision has created real tension backstage.

Cody Rhodes’ promo on SmackDown? Not on the run she...

CM Punk unleashed hell, in what fans are claiming is his NEW PIPEBOMB promo in 2026, as he SHOOTS on Ari Emanuel, Pat McAfee being brought in, Roman Reigns, The Rock, and TKO hiking ticket prices to where it's virtually unaffordable. 

After Friday Night SmackDown, and WWE introducing Pat McAfee to the Cody Rhodes, and Randy Orton situation, WWE did some HEAVY damage control on WWE Raw tonight, by sending CM Punk out there to unleash the frustration felt by many regarding several problems plaguing WWE including Pat McAfee himself, Ari Emanuel, TKO, The Rock, T...

Cody Rhodes knew Pat McAfee's segment on Friday Night SmackDown was so terrible he cut a legitimate SHOOT promo later in the show. 

Pat McAfee was revealed as the "mystery caller" to Randy Orton on SmackDown in one of the worst segments all year, and one that was totally uncalled for in the feud between Randy Orton and Cody Rhodes heading into WrestleMania. It was reported that the decision was not Triple H's call but a decision made by TKO and Ari Emanuel. 

Now new reports emerge saying Pat Mc...

WWE SmackDown finally revealed the mystery behind Randy Orton’s phone calls, with Pat McAfee returning as his ally but the payoff fell completely flat.

After weeks of buildup and speculation around names like The Rock, Kevin Owens, and Triple H, WWE went in a very different direction, leaving the Cody Rhodes vs Randy Orton WrestleMania 42 storyline feeling underwhelming at a critical point in the build.

While there’s always a chance this leads to something bigger, the initial reveal felt like a major miss and raises questions about WWE...

AEW Dynamite tonight is headlined by a major contract signing between MJF and Kenny Omega as their AEW World Championship match at Dynasty draws closer. With tensions already building between the two, this segment could set the tone for one of AEW’s biggest matches of the year.

Chris Jericho also returned to AEW television, adding another layer of intrigue to tonight’s show as speculation grows about what he does now that he isn't headed to WWE. 

And, Will Ospreay will battle Jon Moxley at AEW Dynasty but tonig...

WrestleMania 42 is just weeks away, and the final pieces of the card are falling into place. Coming out of WWE Raw at Madison Square Garden, new questions are being raised about Cody Rhodes and the direction of the WWE Championship match with Randy Orton.

Cody’s interaction with Stephanie McMahon has sparked speculation about the mystery surrounding Orton’s recent behavior and the ongoing phone calls he's been receiving. Is WWE planting the seeds for a major reveal heading into WrestleMania?

Elsewhere, Gunther made his return to WWE television by a...

On this week’s episode of The Two Count, we break down the biggest stories in WWE and AEW, including major WrestleMania developments, controversial booking decisions, and the latest headlines shaping the wrestling landscape.

We start with the news that John Cena is set to host WrestleMania 42, and what that means for his future after stepping away from WWE in December. Is this the right role for Cena, or should WWE be doing more with one of the biggest stars in wrestling history?

On the AEW side, we dive in...

WWE Raw comes to Madison Square Garden in New York City for the final show of March, featuring major developments on the road to WrestleMania 42. CM Punk and Roman Reigns continue their heated rivalry following last week’s explosive confrontation, while Brock Lesnar once again collides with Oba Femi after being outmatched in back-to-back weeks.

Also, Penta issues an Open Challenge for the WWE Intercontinental Champion, The Usos defend the WWE Tag Team Championships in a New York City Street Fight against Logan Paul, and Austin Theory, and Finn Bálor will finally address bei...

WWE SmackDown tonight continues the road to WrestleMania 42 with major developments across the roster. Randy Orton’s recent heel turn has put a target on everyone, and all eyes are on who could be his next victim following his attacks on Cody Rhodes and Matt Cardona.

Jelly Roll appears on SmackDown as WWE continues its push toward WrestleMania, adding celebrity crossover to an already stacked show. Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss are also set for a major return, bringing added focus to the women’s division heading into WrestleMania season.

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AEW Dynamite tonight is built around a huge rematch as Kenny Omega faces Swerve Strickland for the second time this year. Swerve puts his AEW World Championship #1 contender spot on the line, while Kenny Omega puts his EVP status, power, and privileges at risk in one of the biggest matches on Dynamite in weeks.

The card also features Thekla defending the AEW Women’s World Championship against Mina Shirakawa, who is coming off momentum from last week. AEW World Champion MJF returns to Dynamite for the first time since defeating Hangman Adam Page at Re...

WrestleMania season is in full swing, but is this year’s build better than WrestleMania 41? Randy Orton has fully turned heel, attacking both Cody Rhodes and Matt Cardona ahead of his WrestleMania main event, while Roman Reigns finally escalates his feud with CM Punk in a violent RAW showdown last night. While, Brock Lesnar, and Oba Femi for a 2nd week in a row injected that spark that seemingly was missing for several weeks. 

Ricochet finds himself at the center of controversy following his now-deleted tweet, with conflicting reports involving AEW, Chris Hero, and mult...

On this week’s episode of The Two Count, we break down the biggest stories across WWE and AEW, including controversy, backstage decisions, and the road to WrestleMania 42.

Coming out of AEW this week, we ask the big question: did AEW completely drop the ball following Revolution? Many are calling it the worst episode of Dynamite in 2026, and we dive into what went wrong, including questionable booking decisions and lack of momentum.

We also discuss Will Ospreay’s return match against Blake Christian, and whether AEW wasted one of its...

WWE Raw delivered a chaotic night with major developments heading into WrestleMania 42. Seth Rollins was arrested after violating a restraining order involving Paul Heyman, while Roman Reigns laid out CM Punk with a spear and powerbomb through the announce table in a shocking closing angle.

Oba Femi once again got the better of Brock Lesnar for the second straight week, continuing his rise with another dominant showing against “The Beast.”

The Women’s Intercontinental Championship picture heated up as Becky Lynch confronted the crowd and AJ Lee, leading to a Wres...

AEW Dynamite delivered a frustrating follow-up to Revolution with little to no meaningful storyline progression. Will Ospreay returned after neck surgery but was immediately placed in a match with Blake Christian, offering no major direction coming out of the pay-per-view.

The main event featured Darby Allin vs Gabe Kidd in an unsanctioned Coffin Match that quickly spiraled into chaos, including a car crash, chloroform, a straitjacket, and excessive blood in what will go down as one of the most controversial and poorly received matches of the year.

Elsewhere, Swerve...

The AEW Revolution Fallout sparked controversy in several different ways. MJF wins a BRUTAL Texas Deathmatch, Ronda Rousey Debuts with AEW. And, WWE Chaos as Randy Orton Betrays Cody Rhodes, Oba Femi answers Brock Lesnar's open challenge for WrestleMania 42. 

The fallout from AEW Revolution has completely shifted the landscape. MJF survives a brutal Texas Deathmatch against Adam Page to retain the AEW World Championship, ending Page’s ability to ever challenge for the title again. Ronda Rousey makes a shocking AEW debut targeting Toni Storm and aligning with the Death Riders, while Adam Copeland and...

Welcome to the debut episode of The Two Count, a fast-paced weekly wrestling debate show breaking down the biggest stories in WWE and AEW.

This week, the wrestling world was shaken coming out of AEW Revolution, and we’re diving into all the major headlines, controversies, and WrestleMania implications.

We kick things off with the shocking AEW debut of Ronda Rousey, and whether her arrival is a game-changer for the company or a move that’s already dividing fans.

From there, we break down the...

Finally! Oba Femi made it official tonight. He answered Brock Lesnar's open challenge, powerbombed The Beast, and pointed at the WrestleMania sign. Despite ALL the rumors and backstage drama about Lesnar refusing to lose, the match is ON. Oba Femi vs. Brock Lesnar is officially going to happen at WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas. 

Also, Randy Orton refused to sit down with Michael Cole tonight but the real story was the phone call. Someone told Randy that "it is time," that "wrestling has more than one royal family," and that he is "a killer." Who w...

JDfromNY is LIVE with the AEW Revolution Post-Show Review! It's a LONG night from the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Ten matches, and eight championships on the line. 

MJF defends the AEW World Championship tonight in a Texas Deathmatch against "Hangman" Adam Page. If Page loses, he can NEVER challenge for the AEW World Title again. These two have been building to this moment since AEW was founded. Does Page walk out of LA as champion, or does MJF end his rival's career aspirations for good? 

Also, The You...

Randy Orton just reminded the entire WWE Universe who he really is, and Cody Rhodes is paying the price in blood.

On tonight's WWE SmackDown in Phoenix, Orton and Rhodes met face to face for what started as one of the most emotional contract signings in recent memory. Rhodes told Orton he was "Randy's boy." He talked about Orton being the one who believed in him when he came back to WWE with no support system. They hugged. They shook hands. And then Orton threw him through the table.

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AEW Dynamite is LIVE from the San Jose Civic Center, and it is the official go-home show for this Sunday's AEW Revolution pay-per-view! JDfromNY is here to break down the final night of action before one of the biggest AEW events of the year.

Tonight's massive episode features the highly anticipated AEW World Championship Press Conference between MJF and "Hangman" Adam Page, setting the final stage for their huge main event clash this weekend. Will things get physical before Sunday? Plus, Dynamite delivers two high-stakes title matches: Kyle Fletcher defends the TNT Championship against...

Cody Rhodes is once again your Undisputed WWE Champion after defeating Drew McIntyre on SmackDown, abruptly ending McIntyre's reign at just two months—and the fans are REVOLTING. The official YouTube upload of Cody's title win has become WWE's most disliked video of 2026, getting absolutely dislike-bombed by an audience sick of the overprotected, "Super Cena" booking. We are breaking down the massive online backlash, the rumors of botted dislikes, and the real truth: Is Triple H making a massive mistake by sacrificing Drew McIntyre just to force Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton at WrestleMania 42?

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Triple H is slowly getting us into WrestleMania, and with a MAJOR angle taking place tonight on WWE Raw. The Judgment Day has officially IMPLODED. After Dominik Mysterio blamed Finn Balor for his World Heavyweight Championship loss, Dom, Liv Morgan, Raquel Rodriguez, and JD McDonagh turned on Balor, viciously attacking him and kicking him out of the group. We are breaking down the massive fallout of this betrayal and what it means for Finn Balor's future in WWE.

If that wasn't enough, CM Punk crossed the line in a nuclear promo targeting Roman Reigns a...

AEW Dynamite rolls into El Paso, Texas, and we need to talk about where Tony Khan is steering this ship. With MJF defending the AEW World Championship against Kevin Knight on free TV, are we getting an unexpected classic, or is this just predictable booking padding the World Champ's stats?

Plus, Thunder Rosa is looking for a massive hometown pop in Texas as she challenges Thekla for the AEW Women's World Championship in her very first official title defense. And after all the hype, The IInspiration (Cassie Lee & Jessie McKay) finally make their in-ring...

Tonight on Tuesday Night Titans #137, with the The Solomonster we are breaking down the Good, The Bad, and The UGLY from the WWE Elimination Chamber, and how it has now shaped WrestleMania with 7 weeks to go. The Road to WrestleMania 42 has hit a massive speed bump on Saturday Night, and we are here to be the honest voice in the room.

Also, Jade Cargill reportedly has major backstage heat in WWE, and it has to do with her attitude backstage. What does this mean for her match with Rhea Ripley, and how does WWE no...

The "Chamber of Horrors" is finally over, but the damage might already be done. We are LIVE with the WWE Raw Review, breaking down the fallout from one of the most lackluster Elimination Chamber events in history. With the Chicago crowd dead and the booking flat, WWE has 24 hours to wake everyone up for WrestleMania 42.

Roman Reigns returns tonight to confront World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk, in the only thing of interest so far on the Road To WrestleMania. Plus, Seth Rollins returned at the Elimination Chamber, and has some explaining to do after...

The Road to WrestleMania 42 didn't just hit a speed bump; it drove off a cliff. We are LIVE reviewing WWE Elimination Chamber 2026, and frankly, this might be one of the most lackluster PLEs of the Triple H era. A dead crowd in Chicago, predictable booking, and a debut that fell completely flat.

Danhausen is finally "freed" from AEW, only to debut in WWE and get booed out of the building. Meanwhile, Seth Rollins makes a shocking return from shoulder surgery to cost Logan Paul his WrestleMania moment. Randy orton wins the Men's Elimination Chamber...

Just 24 hours before Elimination Chamber, WWE turned the entire card upside down. Jey Uso has been mysteriously attacked backstage and deemed medically unable to compete. In a shocking turn of events, SmackDown GM Nick Aldis threw chaos into the mix, booking Logan Paul vs. Jacob Fatu with the winner taking Jey's spot in the Chamber.

We are LIVE reviewing a chaotic WWE SmackDown, breaking down exactly who might have targeted Jey Uso, Logan Paul's massive victory to enter the Chamber, and what this means for the Road to WrestleMania 42. What's with triple H, and...

Last week, Swerve Strickland shocked the world by turning his back on Kenny Omega, costing them the match and driving the "Best Bout Machine" through the announce desk. Tonight, we get an answer. Was this jealousy? Was it strategy? Or is Swerve just looking to watch the world burn on his quest to the AEW World Championship?

We are LIVE for the AEW Dynamite Review for February 25th, 2026, and we are breaking down the fallout of the betrayal. Plus, MJF and "Hangman" Adam Page come face-to-face to decide the stipulation for their World Title...

This has been the WORST week for WWE in a very long time. Following one of the most lifeless, "lazy creative" episodes of WWE Raw in history, we head into an Elimination Chamber that is completely ICE COLD. There is zero momentum, major injuries (Bronson Reed), and a main event scene that feels stuck in neutral. Tonight, we dive into a FULL Preview & Predictions for this Saturday's WWE Elimination Chamber.

Also, in another attempt of "Corporate Greed" taking over WWE. In a desperate move to drive ticket sales for an "Ice Cold" Elimination Chamber...

We are just days away from Elimination Chamber, and WWE Raw felt completely LIFELESS. Instead of heating up the Road to WrestleMania 42, this show killed all momentum.

Bronson Reed suffered a legitimate injury, tearing his bicep, which completely derails plans for The Vision yet again. Meanwhile, Brock Lesnar's massive return was wasted on a lazy "Open Challenge" issued by Paul Heyman. Where is the creativity? Where is the spark?

We are LIVE breaking down a terrible episode of Raw where AJ Styles officially retired and was inducted into the...

Drew McIntyre made his presence felt in the main event between Randy Orton and Aleister Black, potentially forcing WWE's hand for the Title picture. Is Drew McIntyre on the verge of a Fatal 4 Way at WrestleMania 42 against Cody Rhodes, Jacob Fatu, and Randy Orton. On this SmackDown Review, I discuss what I felt all along. Randy Orton wins the Chamber, and gets added to the WWE Championship Title scene on Friday nights. 

The tension between Cody Rhodes and Sami Zayn just reached a boiling point. Backstage on WWE SmackDown, Sami finally unloaded on the "G...

AEW Dynamite was largely a flat, uninspired show filled with filler... until the main event SAVED IT. Tonight, on the AEW Dynamite Review we talk Swerve Strickland shocking the world, using cheap tactics involving Referee Aubrey Edwards to defeat Kenny Omega, before snapping completely. A vicious post-match assault involving a steel chain and the announce table has everyone asking did Swerve just turn HEEL?

Plus, the stakes for AEW Revolution just got massive. "Hangman" Adam Page challenged MJF to a Texas Death Match with a career-altering stipulation: If Page loses, he will NEVER challenge...

Tuesday Night Titans Episode 135 is live! Tonight, The Solomonster and I expose the TRUTH behind the latest "Fake News" controversy. Dave Meltzer reported that Warner Bros. Discovery pulled Brody King from AEW Dynamite over "content concerns," but WBD and AEW have officially SHUT IT DOWN. Is this proof that the "wrestling media" is just guessing?

We also break down the 2025 Wrestling Observer Newsletter Awards. AEW sweeps the positive categories (Promotion of the Year, Best Weekly Show), while WWE is humiliated with "Worst Promotion" and "Most Disgusting Promotional Tactic." Are these awards biased, or do...

WWE Raw was another DULL episode on the Road to WrestleMania. Their ONLY story is a huge mystery crate that can't be opened until the Elimination Chamber. Who is in the crate? 

But outside of that? This show dragged. Dragon Lee returned to exact revenge and SCREW Gunther, allowing Je'Von Evans to pull off a massive upset and advance to the Elimination Chamber. CM Punk has another great night on the microphone, and cooked Finn Balor, exposing him as a "joke" who hides behind a returning JD McDonagh, and The Judgment Day. Is anyone a...

WWE SmackDown was once again massive disappointment on the Road to WrestleMania. In the main event, WWE had the perfect opportunity to do something unexpected with Jacob Fatu or Sami Zayn. Instead, they played it safe. Cody Rhodes is going to the Elimination Chamber but is this really what the fans want?

On this WWE SmackDown Review, I break down why this "safe booking" is killing the excitement for WrestleMania and why WWE needs to pivot and insert Randy Orton into the title picture immediately to save this feud.

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Tonight was the night of crowning new Champions, and the return of a Tag Team we haven't seen in a year. Kyle Fletcher, and Thekla walk away with GOLD, and Private Party return to AEW. On this AEW Dynamite Review for February 11th, 2026 we break down the entire card and tell you if this "Go Home" show actually sold the stadium event or fell flat.

Also, we have a Strap Match for the Women's Title between Kris Statlander and Thekla. Tommaso Ciampa defending the TNT Title against Kyle Fletcher, and a massive face-to-face between...

Tonight on Tuesday Night Titans, we discuss a massive report on the state of WWE Creative ahead of WrestleMania 42, mixed with a a BIG dose of corporate TKO GREED. Triple H is reportedly facing major internal criticism for constantly changing plans for WrestleMania 42, including the revelation that Cody Rhodes vs. CM Punk was the ORIGINAL plan before the recent creative shifts. We break down the alarming reports of "disappointing" ticket sales for Las Vegas, and how WWE is now banning WrestleMania Watch-A-longs in Las Vegas in a desperate, greedy attempt to force fans to buy expensive tickets.

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WWE Raw was a night of news and big match announcements. Finn Balor steps up to challenge CM Punk for the World Heavyweight Championship at Elimination Chamber in Chicago. We analyze Finn's heated promo where he refused to let Roman Reigns "take advantage of his hard work" again, setting the stage for a massive title fight.

Meanwhile, AJ Lee is back, finally. Becky Lynch defends her Intercontinental Championship against AJ Lee at the Elimination Chamber. We also break down the latest on Bron Breakker's reported injury. How bad is it, and will he miss Wr...