Damian Priest isnt hiding how he feels about Pat McAfee being inserted into the storyline with Randy Orton and Cody Rhodesand he made it clear hes not a fan of how it played out. The situation stems from the April 3, 2026 episode of WWE SmackDown, when McAfee was revealed as Ortons mystery phone caller following Ortons attack on Rhodes. While speaking to Gabby LaSpisa, Priest gave an honest reaction to the angle and didnt hold back. Priest admitted he personally didnt like the direction and felt it didnt help the product. He also said younger talent came to him asking what he thought about the segment, and he made it clear he wasnt impressed with how things were handled. Priest pointed to what he sees as a double standard, noting that regular roster members dont always get the same freedom or spotlight opportunities. He closed by making it clear the situation didnt sit well with him personally, especially since he feels McAfee didnt need the added spotlight in the first place. Priests comments add to the ongoing conversation around McAfees role in the storyline, especially with reports already suggesting mixed reactions behind the scenes. With the feud continuing to build toward WrestleMania fallout, the reaction from inside the locker room could become just as important as what fans see on screen. Do you agree with Damian Priests take on Pat McAfee being involved in the storyline, or do you think celebrity involvement helps WWE in the long run? Drop your thoughts and feedback below. G Add as a preferred source on Google
