Cody Rhodes Reveals Wrestlers' Bizarre Social Media Habit

The American Nightmare says performers obsess over negative fan reactions after their segments air.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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In a recent interview, WWE star Cody Rhodes revealed that nearly every wrestler in the locker room immediately checks social media after their segments air, focusing on negative comments rather than positive feedback. Rhodes compared this behavior to the tendency of Yelp users to leave bad reviews rather than praise.

Why it matters

This insight into the psychology of modern wrestlers highlights the pressure they face to constantly monitor their public reception, even at the expense of enjoying their accomplishments. It also reflects the challenges performers face in the era of instant online feedback.

The details

According to Rhodes, wrestlers are far more motivated to seek out the "one negative review" among the positive comments than they are to celebrate the praise they receive. He noted that this tendency is "universal" among his peers, with performers immediately checking their phones after their segments air to see what the audience didn't like, rather than focusing on what they enjoyed.

  • Cody Rhodes discussed this behavior in a recent interview with Brandon Walker on the Mostly Sports podcast.

The players

Cody Rhodes

A professional wrestler currently signed to WWE, known by his ring name "The American Nightmare."

Brandon Walker

The host of the Mostly Sports podcast, where Cody Rhodes revealed the wrestlers' social media habit.

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What they’re saying

“Here's what every wrestler does. Their segment airs. They go check their phone. Please every wrestler, every wrestler does it. They see the things that people didn't like. They don't see the six that were like 'oh, that was great. That was awesome.' It's like Yelp. I ain't going on there to write a good review.”

— Cody Rhodes (Mostly Sports)

What’s next

Cody Rhodes is set to compete in the Elimination Chamber match on February 28, 2026, with the winner earning a shot at the Undisputed WWE Championship at WrestleMania 42.

The takeaway

This insight into the wrestlers' social media habits highlights the intense pressure and scrutiny they face in the modern era of instant online feedback. While performers may project confidence, they are often deeply affected by negative comments, underscoring the psychological challenges of being a professional wrestler today.