Michael Hayes is finally addressing the fallout from his controversial comments about Chelsea Green on WWE Unreal and he insists the full story wasnt shown. After Green publicly admitted she was hurt by hearing her perceived ceiling discussed on a Netflix platform, Hayes broke his silence on the February 25, 2026 episode of the Six Feet Under podcast. According to Hayes, the portrayal left out crucial context. He began by claiming that his praise for Green was edited out entirely. Hayes made it clear he doesnt regret what aired but he insists his comments were about her current role, not her ability. He then pointed to past examples where WWE pivoted when fan support forced the companys hand. But Hayes doesnt believe that moment has arrived for Green at least not yet. He also shared his philosophy on organic fan support, suggesting that part of Greens appeal is that she feels underdog and self-made. Hayes didnt deny that Green could be doing more. He closed by reiterating his belief that pushing Green too aggressively could backfire. This definitely reframes the situation. Rather than walking back his stance, Hayes is arguing that context was lost in editing and that his comments were about creative positioning, not talent. Whether fans buy that explanation is another story. Do you think Michael Hayes clarification changes how you view the original comments, or does it raise even more questions about Chelsea Greens spot in WWE? Sound off below. Please credit Ringside News if you use the above transcript in your publication. G Add as a preferred source on Google
