Fans Called Him “”Overrated”—But What Jey Uso Did Next Is Turning Heads Across Wrestling
In a result that stunned many fans, Wrestling Observer Newsletter readers voted Jey Uso as the Most Overrated Wrestler of 2025 in their latest fan awards—but the top star isn’t letting the criticism shake his confidence.
The poll result surprised some observers, especially considering Jey’s massive year inside WWE. Throughout 2025, he captured major career milestones, including winning the Men’s Royal Rumble and later becoming World Heavyweight Champion at WrestleMania 41. He also secured tag team gold alongside his brother Jimmy Uso, further cementing his place at the top of the company.
The Fan Voting Results That Sparked Debate
Jey led the voting with 322 votes, finishing ahead of several high-profile names:
- CM Punk – 177 votes
- Jade Cargill – 89 votes
- EVIL – 44 votes
- Seth Rollins – 42 votes
The results quickly became a talking point across the wrestling world, with fans split between those who agreed with the voting and those who felt Jey’s achievements proved otherwise.
Jey Uso Fires Back With Confidence
Taking to Instagram, Jey made it clear he isn’t losing sleep over the label. Instead, he emphasized that fan reactions inside arenas tell the real story—and by his view, the crowd support hasn’t slowed down at all.
His reaction has only fueled more discussion online, with many fans praising his mindset and others debating whether popularity and in-ring performance should be judged separately.
Another Legend Also Landed On The List
The awards didn’t stop with current stars. WWE Hall of Famer Booker T also received one of the more unfortunate distinctions in the fan voting, sparking reactions across the wrestling community.
Despite the criticism, Jey Uso’s career momentum doesn’t appear to be slowing. If anything, the controversy has only added more spotlight to one of WWE’s most talked-about performers heading into 2026.
