Cody Rhodes is seen as a white meat babyface in WWE and many fans want him to turn heel. However, the American Nightmare has now defended his decision to remain a babyface in the company despite fan demands for a heel turn.
While speaking on the Bill Simmons podcast, Cody Rhodes was asked if its more fun to play a heel or babyface. He noted how most people say being a heel is more fun. Cody Rhodes said its because if you mess up a line or fall in the ring, you can still make it part of the show. Heels also usually control how the match goes, which gives them more freedom.
However, Cody Rhodes believes that being a true good guy or good girl is much more rewarding when the fans are genuinely invested. When people show up wearing your merch and holding up signs for you, it means something deeper. That connection is what makes it special.
Theres always been speculation around whether Cody Rhodes will turn heel. He understands that some fans might see him that way already but for him, the connection with those who supported him from the beginning is too important. That bond is not something he wants to change.
The American Nightmare said its very hard to be a good guy in todays wrestling. A while ago, fans stopped liking traditional good guys and preferred cool, edgy anti-heroes. TV and social media made that style popular. These days, bad guys often have the best jokes and strong online presence, which makes it hard for good guys to keep up.
Rhodes mentioned Jey Uso as a rare example of a good guy who truly connects with fans. But even for Jey, keeping that connection isnt easy. Good guys usually get beaten up on TV and it takes a lot of effort to keep the fans interested in you as the underdog.
For Rhodes, being a babyface is a gift. He knows that people have short attention spans now. When fans start booing the good guy, many think its time for a change, but Cody Rhodes doesnt agree. He calls that kind of situation an away game. And just like a sports team on the road, he sees it as a challenge to win them over.
This comes after fans have been constantly telling him to turn heel and even Rhodes made it clear his heel turn would be so extreme it would get him canceled. Regardless, Rhodes is more than happy being a babyface and thats unlikely to change anytime soon.
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