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Logan Paul Claims WWE Stopped Him From Boxing NFL Players After $1M Challenge

Logan Paul says he’s ready to step into the ring with NFL players — but according to the WWE star, his employer has other plans.

The influencer-turned-wrestler recently revealed that WWE officials told him he cannot participate in boxing matches against professional football players, despite his public challenge offering $1 million to anyone willing to fight him.

Paul had stirred up the sports world after claiming he could defeat NFL athletes in a boxing match and inviting them to prove him wrong for a massive cash prize. Several players quickly responded to the bold callout, including former Le'Veon Bell, who showed interest in stepping into the ring.

However, Paul says those potential matchups are now off the table.

WWE Steps In

According to Paul, WWE officials contacted him directly and told him he’s not allowed to box NFL players while under contract. He suggested the company believes the risk of injury is too high and doesn’t want to jeopardize his role on their programming.

Paul pushed back on the reasoning, insisting he doesn’t believe fighting football players would be dangerous.

He argued that NFL athletes are not trained boxers and that the matchup wouldn’t pose much of a threat to him inside the ring.

The $1 Million Challenge

The drama began after Paul publicly offered $1 million to any NFL player who could beat him in a boxing match. He even claimed he would defeat some of the league’s biggest names, including Myles Garrett, sparking widespread reactions across the sports world.

Some athletes appeared open to the idea, while others mocked the challenge online.

Still, Paul made it clear he wasn’t looking to organize a large promotional event. Instead, he envisioned a straightforward fight at his gym with professional judges and a referee overseeing the bout.

Wrestling Career Comes First

Ultimately, Paul acknowledged that his wrestling career may take priority. As a featured performer for WWE, the company likely wants to protect one of its biggest crossover stars from unnecessary risks.

With WWE heading toward major events like WrestleMania season, Paul seems unlikely to get approval for outside boxing matches anytime soon.

For now, the potential showdown between Paul and NFL players appears to be on hold — unless WWE changes its stance.