WWE's Riddle Tears Into Roman Reigns Over 'Needle Mover' Comments

Roman Reigns raised eyebrows recently when suggesting CM Punk wasn’t a ‘needle mover’ in the same ways as John Cena or The Rock, later doubling down on his comments on social media.

Of all the people to take exception to Reigns’ comments, WWE RAW Tag Team Champion Riddle had some strong words of his own for The Tribal Chief, saying to Bleacher Report:

“No disrespect to Roman, he seems like a swell fella, but at the same time, it’s like when people say they’re a good parent,” Riddle said. “You know what? If you were a good parent, your kids would be telling you you’re a good parent. When he’s saying ‘Acknowledge me’ or ‘I move the needle,’ no, you don’t. You’re related to The Rock. Shut up. Like, I’m not impressed, I can beat you up in a real fight. So, shut your mouth.

“You’re not moving needles. I’m the real stallion, RK-Bro is moving the merch, we’re moving the needle, and that’s it. I don’t want to say too much, I’m not trying to get in trouble,” Riddle added. “Hey, hats off to him. He’s amazing at what he does. I do like what he does, but at the same time, it’s like, get off your high horse. You’re in that spot for a reason. You’re not a bro. You’re second generation. I’m first generation.”