AEW Name Heaps Praise On ‘Supreme’ WWE Star

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An AEW name has heaped praise on a “supreme” WWE star, noting how impressed they’ve been with their work thus far.

Pat McAfee’s recent return to WWE on a full-time basis has been a welcome one for many fans, with the former NFL star a popular voice on commentary before moving to ESPN College Game Day in September 2022.

McAfee’s adeptness at the announcing booth hasn’t just impressed viewers at home however, as it has even caught the attention of perhaps the all-time greatest WWE commentator Jim Ross.

Speaking on his Grilling JR podcast, the AEW commentator spoke highly of McAfee’s talent, praising his knowledge and respect for the wrestling business.

JR said:

“I’m impressed. Pat McAfee has impressed me, no doubt about it, with his work. Surprising how good he is already.

“He pays attention, he studies. I even noticed on the show that airs on ESPN at noon Eastern time that he incorporates a lot of wrestling jargon, language, into his show. So he’s living the dream. And he seems to be respectful.

“Again, I appreciate guys that study the game and have product knowledge. And he’s doing that. Good hire for WWE. He’s just a supreme talent.”

As well as his talents, JR also recently called McAfee and Michael Cole’s recent acknowledgment of Sting’s wrestling retirement “classy”, praising WWE for doing so.

JR recently addressed when his likely retirement from AEW commentary will be – click here for full details.

Transcript via 411Mania

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