Chad Gable Addresses Gable Steveson’s WWE Release

Since joining WWE a few years ago, Gable Steveson underwent training and participated in dark matches, but his television debut never materialized. WWE ultimately released him and this didn’t come as a shock to many. Recently, Chad Gable has commented on Gable Steveson’s departure from the company.

Gable Steveson’s release from WWE was a long time coming for many fans, given his difficulty in connecting with audiences. Of course, he is now investing in an entirely different profession.

While speaking in an interview with Peter Rosenberg on Cheap Heat, Chad Gable reflected on his experience working with Gable Steveson at WrestleMania 38. Afterwards, he addressed Gable Steveson’s WWE release as well.

Gable mentioned the contrast between amateur wrestling and WWE, emphasizing the importance of conveying emotion and vulnerability in WWE, which can be a significant adjustment for athletes transitioning from amateur wrestling. Despite Gable Steveson’s brief time in WWE, Chad acknowledged his exceptional athletic potential and expressed optimism about Steveson’s future success in any athletic endeavor he chooses to pursue.

Unfortunately, it didn’t work out for him. Some guys, that’s just how it is. You kind of have to get a taste of it to see if it’s for you. It’s certainly not for everybody. Amateur wrestlers are trained to do the complete opposite of what we do in WWE. Stoneface, no emotion, go do your job and get out. If you did that in WWE, you probably won’t have a job very long. You have to show emotion and vulnerability. It’s not to say he didn’t have that, but sometimes guys just don’t want to do that, or they’re not willing to, or it’s not natural. He’s an athlete through and through. Potentially one of the best heavyweights this country has ever had. He’s going to be fine with whatever he chooses to do athletically. This stuff is not for everybody. It’s a whole different animal.”

Following his WWE release, Gable Steveson made the jump to the NFL by signing with the Buffalo Bills and he will be playing as defensive line and is clearly doing intensive training for it. Regardless, Gable Steveson is busy with his new career and that’s what matters to him.

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