Behind the Scenes of McAfee’s Unexpected Return and Interaction with The Rock
Former NFL star turned WWE personality Pat McAfee made a splash with his unexpected return to SmackDown last week. Fans were in for a treat as McAfee graced the ring and shared a memorable segment with wrestling legend The Rock. The segment culminated with McAfee delivering a ‘People’s Elbow’ to Austin Theory, much to the delight of the audience.
In a candid revelation on the Pat McAfee Show, the charismatic personality shared insights into how the appearance was a whirlwind affair. Everything was spontaneous, from being informed about his segment with The Rock just hours before the show to the last-minute decisions about his in-ring actions. McAfee expressed his gratitude for being part of such a significant moment, especially sharing the spotlight with The Rock, who made a return after a four-year hiatus.
McAfee’s humility shone through as he repeatedly mentioned that he didn’t need to be in the spotlight, but the WWE team thought otherwise. The energy and spontaneity of the segment were palpable, and it’s clear that McAfee’s presence added a unique flavor to the show.
What an honor to be back with @WWE..
WHAT A POP for @TheRock #PMSLive pic.twitter.com/Wyx9IKTWVP
— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) September 18, 2023
What an honor to be back with @WWE..
WHAT A POP for @TheRock #PMSLive pic.twitter.com/Wyx9IKTWVP
— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) September 18, 2023
