Undertaker Says WWE Lacks Grit: Are Today’s Stars Too Soft? | Coach and Bro w/ JD from NY | Feb. 12, 2026 |

Full Podcast Summary / Show Notes (Timestamped): [00:01:52] – The Coach kicks off Hour 2, announces guest JD from New York stepping in for Vince Russo, and previews hot topics: AEW, TV ratings, Brock Lesnar’s return, and The Undertaker’s controversial comments. [00:03:21] – The Undertaker claims WWE today is “too weak” emotionally and physically; JD from New York and The Coach debate whether he’s right, considering generational differences and current locker room mentality. [00:05:14] – Discussion shifts to house shows, with The Coach arguing their decline is hurting work rate and readiness; JD from New York agrees, supporting Cody Rhodes’ comments about the need for more reps and live matches. [00:08:23] – Both hosts critique the money-focused direction under TKO ownership and lament how creative priorities have shifted away from storytelling and grinder mentality. [00:09:17] – JD from New York reacts to CM Punk's “I don’t care when I go on, my money's the same” attitude, and The Coach explains why this new norm is worrying for WWE’s passion and product. [00:10:14] – Behind-the-scenes tension: Triple H’s leadership and creative “safety,” lack of support from OGs, and what’s going wrong with WWE’s current formula. [00:13:11] – WrestleMania ticket sales are down 18%; analysis of how creative stagnation, loss of star power, and missing emotional investment are impacting the product. [00:14:36] – Gunther, underutilized talent, and what WWE needs to do—The Coach and JD from New York brainstorm real fixes heading into WrestleMania season. [00:19:21] – Is WWE booking Brock Lesnar just to juice ticket sales? Are pay-per-views becoming more about money grabs than compelling stories? [00:22:01] – JD from New York breaks down the risks of booking for moments and pops over week-to-week storytelling—why it’s damaging WWE’s credibility and future. [00:27:40] – Deep dive into roster pay and leverage: the Roman Reigns, Brock Lesnar, and AEW factor; what happens when stars set their price but lower their appearances. [00:29:36] – Why is WWE waiting to build the next megastar? The Coach and JD urge the company to take risks, not just rely on predictable finishes. [00:34:07] – AEW segment: JD from New York gives an honest review of Dynamite, MJF’s stock as AEW’s ace, and the contrast in storytelling philosophy versus WWE. [00:40:01] – The Coach and JD from New York critique Tony Khan’s leadership, his on-camera promo style, and whether AEW’s focus is too niche to ever go mainstream. [00:56:43] – TNA, JCW, and the indies: Are they rising? How better video production, passionate leadership, and creative freedom are making alternatives to WWE and AEW more attractive. [01:00:07] – Fan Q&A: favorite wrestling eras, why storytelling is king, and why both hosts believe criticism is necessary to keep wrestling moving forward. [01:19:20] – Closing thoughts: JD from New York shares a resolution—focus on enjoying the product and cut through online tribalism, while staying honest and critical. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.