Bully Ray Has No Sympathy for Released WWE NXT and LFG Talent: “Get Over or Get Out”

Bully Ray isn’t showing any sympathy when it comes to WWE’s talent releases over the past several months from LFG—and his latest comments make that crystal clear.

Speaking in an interview with WrestleRant, Bully Ray was asked about NXT and LFG talent who have been let go over the past several months. Instead of offering encouragement or guidance, he took a much harsher stance, making it clear he doesn’t believe those released deserve advice after the fact. When asked what message he would give to those talents trying to rebuild or return, Bully didn’t hold back at all.

"I give them no advice—they’re gone. But I really don’t have advice for these other talents. Maybe you should have taken it more seriously. Maybe you shouldn’t have put your feet up on the table. Maybe you should have shook hands. Maybe you should have been more polite. Maybe you should have busted your ass a little more. Maybe you should have cut a better promo."

He didn’t stop there. Bully doubled down on his stance, stressing that WWE is not a place for anyone expecting leniency—and that talent only gets a short window to prove themselves. He noted he’s not there to coddle anybody.

“You got five minutes—get over or get out. This is not a business for boys and girls. It’s a business for men and women. I’m not here to coddle anybody. I’m here to help you sign a contract with WWE, become a millionaire, make something of yourself, and help this business thrive into the future.”

The comments come after multiple waves of NXT and LFG releases dating back to 2025, including names like Jin Tala, BJ Ray, Summer Sorrell, Jamar Hampton, and Drako Knox, along with more recent exits such as Tyson Dupont and Tyriek Igwe.

Now, instead of sympathy, Bully Ray is putting the focus squarely on accountability—and he’s not softening that message at all. In his view, WWE gives opportunities, not guarantees—and if you don’t grab it fast, someone else will.

Do you agree with Bully Ray’s take that released talent only have themselves to blame, or is that too harsh given how WWE operates today? Let us know your thoughts.

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