Logan Paul has dramatically walked back his viral $1 million boxing challenge to NFL players, claiming WWE management stepped in and forbade him from fighting “bums” because he’s “too valuable of a WWE Superstar.” In a post on X, Paul wrote:
“Welp. The bosses called. Turns out I’m too valuable of a WWE Superstar to be fighting bums. I want to take this opportunity to congratulate Le’Veon Bell and Breiden Fehoko for their 15 minutes of relevancy. Now back to being broke and retired. I’m going back to RAW every Monday on Netflix.”
Logan Paul recording himself taking a phone call - Via Twitter (X)
Logan Paul recording himself taking a phone call – Via Twitter (X)
Logan Paul Claims WWE Blocked $1 Million NFL Boxing Matches – Athletes Call B.S.
The announcement came after weeks of escalating trash talk, sparked by Paul’s feud with Tom Brady and his bold claim that “not a single football player could beat me in a boxing match.” He specifically called out Cleveland Browns star Myles Garrett and offered $1 million to any NFL player willing to step into the ring.
Former All-Pro running back Le’Veon Bell and Chargers nose tackle Breiden Fehoko quickly accepted, with Bell even proposing a fight during NFL Draft weekend in Pittsburgh. Here is the video:
AYE HOLD UP!!!!!!!!!!!! HE HAD SOMEBODY CALL IN AND ACT LIKE HE CANT MAKE THIS HAPPEN ANYMORE?!!!! THIS IS THE BIGGEST 🦆🦆🦆🦆🦆🦆🦆🦆🦆🦆 WE HAVE EVER SEEN BEFORE OUR EYES .. @LoganPaul IS ACTUALLY SCARED!!! THIS IS CRAZY, HE ACTUALLY FAKED A PHONE CALL 😂😂😂😂 https://t.co/WwPXwckkSy
— Le’Veon Bell (@LeVeonBell) March 8, 2026
Athletes and Fans Accuse Logan Paul of Backpedaling
Paul’s WWE excuse has been met with immediate skepticism and ruthless mockery from athletes and fans alike.
Le’Veon Bell fired back with a savage reply—an edited photo of Logan wearing a clown nose and holding a sign that reads: “I literally staged this phone call. That way when I decline I don’t look like a little bitch because I’m scared to fight.”
Other users piled on:
“Literally not one person believes you. Afraid to back up your words because fighting actual athletes is the kryptonite of the ‘Paul Brothers.’ Enjoy the fake fighting you do for work though lmao.”
“Logan Paul: ‘I’ll fight any NFL player for $1M!’ WWE: ‘Nah fam.’ Logan: ‘Never mind, you’re all bums anyway.’ Classic.”
“Bro said ‘too valuable’ like WWE wouldn’t let him fight for clout and money. We see through the cap.”
The backlash intensified as fans pointed out Paul’s 4-2 professional boxing record (including an exhibition win over Floyd Mayweather and a loss to Dillon Danis) and accused him of ducking real competition after initially hyping the challenge.
Oct 1, 2017; Baltimore, MD, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back LeVeon Bell (26) runs for a gain against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images
Oct 1, 2017; Baltimore, MD, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back LeVeon Bell (26) runs for a gain against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-USA TODAY Sports
Logan Paul’s NFL Feud Timeline
Tom Brady calls wrestling “cute” and later labels Paul a “b*tch” in a viral clip.
Paul threatens to “throw hands” with Brady and challenges the entire NFL.
Le’Veon Bell and Breiden Fehoko accept the $1M offer.
Paul initially suggests sparring instead of a full fight.
After heavy trolling, Paul agrees to the bout.
Days later, he claims WWE blocked the fights and insults the players.
Whether WWE actually intervened or Paul used the excuse to save face, the back-and-forth has kept the story trending. For now, no fights appear imminent, and Logan Paul returns to WWE RAW—while the internet continues to roast him for the sudden retreat.
Stay tuned for updates on Logan Paul’s boxing challenges, NFL reactions, WWE developments, and the latest crossover sports drama.
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