All The Smoke Cody Rhodes Best Stories: John Cena, Logan Paul & Leaving WWE
Nov 4, 2025
Cody Rhodes, the Undisputed WWE Champion and scion of wrestling royalty, shares riveting tales from his storied career. He reflects on growing up under Dusty Rhodes' legacy and how he carved his path in the wrestling world. Cody opens up about the emotional significance of wrestling John Cena and the lessons learned from him. He discusses the impact of Logan Paul in WWE and shares his journey of leaving and returning to WWE, revealing how fan feedback shaped his evolution as a performer. Plus, he previews WrestleMania 42!
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Winning The Title Was Personal
- Cody explains winning the Undisputed WWE Championship fulfilled a decades‑long goal tied to his father Dusty Rhodes.
- He framed the title as both personal family closure and the industry's top prize that means different things for each holder.
Train Outside The Family Style
- Train with coaches and styles outside your family's tradition to develop a unique identity.
- Cody told his nephews to get different flavors of training so they won't be seen only as family copies.
Business Moves Fueled WWE's Rise
- Cody credits WWE's recent mainstream surge to smart media deals and strong talent who present authentically.
- He also highlights Nick Khan's business perspective and leadership as a key factor in WWE's growth.