Kevin Nash Critiques Rising WWE Star Je'Von Evans

The wrestling legend offers controversial takes on the up-and-coming Raw Superstar's character and style.

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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Wrestling veteran Kevin Nash recently shared his thoughts on rising WWE star Je'Von Evans on his Kliq This podcast. While praising Evans' athletic abilities, Nash offered some controversial critiques of the young wrestler's character, saying he's "a little bit too f---ing Mr. Bojangles" and wishes he had "a little bit more of an edge" to his persona.

Why it matters

Nash's comments highlight the ongoing debate around character development and presentation in the wrestling industry, as up-and-coming stars like Evans navigate balancing athletic prowess with a compelling on-screen persona that resonates with fans. The feedback from a veteran like Nash could influence how Evans' character evolves as he continues his push towards a potential world title opportunity.

The details

Evans, who was recently called up to the WWE's main roster after finding success in NXT, is scheduled to compete in a qualifying match for the upcoming Elimination Chamber event, with the winner earning a spot in the world championship match at WrestleMania. Nash praised Evans' in-ring abilities, saying he "throws a good punch" and "sells good," but felt the character needed more of an "urban" edge rather than being "a little bit too f---ing Mr. Bojangles."

  • Evans was recently called up to the WWE's main roster from NXT.
  • Evans is scheduled to compete in an Elimination Chamber qualifying match this week on Raw.
  • The Elimination Chamber PLE is set for February 28, 2026.

The players

Kevin Nash

A veteran wrestler and member of the influential New World Order (nWo) stable, Nash is known for his outspoken opinions on the wrestling industry.

Je'Von Evans

A rising WWE Superstar who was recently called up to the main Raw roster after finding success in NXT, known for his athletic abilities and high-flying offense.

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What they’re saying

“He can strike. He throws a good punch. Something where you tell me if this s--- were real, all this athleticism I have, I can use. Not if this s--- was real, I would cartwheel off your motherf---ing body like you would never see. He sells good. He does everything good. It's just that you have to fight.”

— Kevin Nash (Kliq This podcast)

“He's an incredible athlete. He's a little bit too f---ing Mr. Bojangles for me. I wish he was a little bit more urban. I understand it's Netflix. I understand there's a big f---ing world out there besides the one that f---ing 66-year-old Detroit boy Kevin Nash wants, but I just want him to have a little bit of an edge.”

— Kevin Nash (Kliq This podcast)

What’s next

Evans will compete in an Elimination Chamber qualifying match on Raw this week, with the winner earning a spot in the Elimination Chamber match on February 28. The winner of that match will then go on to challenge for a world championship at WrestleMania.

The takeaway

Nash's critiques of Evans' character highlight the ongoing challenges for rising stars in the wrestling industry to balance athletic ability with a compelling on-screen persona that resonates with fans. As Evans continues his push towards a potential world title opportunity, how he responds to this feedback could shape the evolution of his character and impact his long-term success.