WWE Superstar Seth Rollins "Wants to Hurt" Aaron Rodgers

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Athletes from multiple sports have made their mark on professional wrestling, whether they make brief appearances or even wrestle full matches.

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Recently, these examples include NBA star Tyrese Haliburton and Philadelphia Eagles legends Jason Kelce and Lane Johnson.

Now, WWE Superstar and multi-time world champion Seth Rollins has revealed the NFL players he wants to face in the ring. And with one of them, it's personal.

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SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS - JANUARY 28: Bobby Lashley and Seth Rollins wrestle during the WWE Royal Rumble at the Alamodome on January 28, 2023 in San Antonio, Texas. Alex Bierens de Haan/Getty Images

During his time on "Good Morning Football," Rollins was asked which NFL players he'd like to lock up with.

"Number one for me is Tyreek Hill," Rollins said. "My man. I love a little brother, man. I love a little shifty dude. I love a Rey Mysterio in there, and Tyreek, we know he's got a personality on him, so I'm sure he can her out there and cut some promos when he needs to. He likes to play the sympathetic babyface, but that ain't always him. He's a sneaky cat. So I like Tyreek as number one."

"Then I'm going number two, Myles Garrett. A monster. I love a big boy. I love an Andre the Giant. I love a Braun Strowman. I just love a big, meaty man that's gonna get in there and toss people around. You want a battle royal, he's your guy."

While Rollins' first two options were based on their physical abilities, his final choice was much more personal.

"Last and actually least, in my opinion, this is a personal one, that's right, Aaron Rodgers," Rollins said. "I want him in the ring because I want to hurt him. I need him in there for myself, alright. I want him in the ring. I want that match. Me versus Aaron Rodgers. Get him in the ring. That's a personal request."

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While some members of the internet wrestling community will point to Rodgers' comments and beliefs, there is likely a much simpler reason: Seth Rollins is a die-hard Chicago Bears fan.

The Bears have been fierce rivals with the Green Bay Packers, Rodgers most notable team, since 1921. In recent history, the Packers have had a massive advantage, largely due to Rodgers' excellent play.

Time will tell if fans will get any of these matchups. No matter what happens, there's one thing they can bet on: Rollins will put on one heck of a show.

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Jeremy Hanna is a Newsweek contributor based in Los Angeles. His focus is on professional wrestling, sports, and entertainment. Jeremy has been ... Read more