Internal Reaction to Jelly Roll’s SummerSlam Performance

Jelly Roll’s in-ring debut at SummerSlam 2025 might not have ended in victory, but it turns out the music superstar made a serious impression behind the scenes.

According to Fightful Select, the reaction to Jelly Roll’s work leading up to his match with Randy Orton against Logan Paul and Drew McIntyre has been nothing but positive. Sources say the social media reaction hasn’t been an act — Jelly Roll impressed many with his work ethic preparing for his match.

In fact, throughout much of the week leading up to SummerSlam, the plan was for Jelly Roll and Randy Orton to score the win. That finish ultimately changed before showtime, but it doesn’t change the fact that WWE insiders came away impressed with how seriously he took the opportunity.

Jelly Roll dropped significant weight ahead of the match, putting himself in the best shape he’s been in since junior high. While the loss might sting for fans hoping to see him stand tall, the positive backstage response suggests this may not be the last time we see him step inside a WWE ring.