John Layfield comments on Gable Steveson's challenges in WWE
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 9:35 PM
Last updated Oct 6, 2026
WWE Hall of Famer John "Bradshaw" Layfield criticized Gable Steveson's performance in WWE during an episode of "Something To Wrestle". Layfield noted Steveson, a former amateur wrestling star, struggled to adapt to professional wrestling and lacked charisma. Steveson was released by WWE after a brief stint and has since transitioned to the NFL and then to UFC, where he recently lost his fight against Sean Sharaf at UFC 331. Steveson's brief career highlights his challenges transitioning to different sports.
- •Gable Steveson joined WWE in 2021 but had a short tenure.
- •John Layfield expressed doubts about Steveson's fit in the wrestling business.
- •Steveson transitioned to the NFL, signing with the Buffalo Bills.
- •He was released by the Bills after a few months.
- •Steveson lost to Sean Sharaf by knockout at UFC 331 on September 19.
- 9:35 PMWrestling Inc — WWE HOFer On Gable Steveson: 'I Just Don't Think Our Business Was Made For Him'
"One WWE Hall of Famer weighs in on Gable Steveson's short pro wrestling stint, suggesting that the business just may not have been made for him.
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