Cody Rhodes calls Tom Brady the GOAT after shock WWE-style entrance

In a moment where sports worlds collided, NFL legend Tom Brady stunned fans with a WWE-style entrance—and Cody Rhodes had the perfect reaction. As WWE shared the viral clip of Brady channeling full wrestling energy, Rhodes responded with a nod only true fans would catch.

He didn’t need words—just three emojis that said it all. The moment lit up social media and sparked speculation about what’s next for both icons.

When Brady wears the belt—and rips a jersey

At Fanatics Fest NYC, Tom Brady made a surprise entrance to Cody Rhodes’ WWE theme song, complete with a championship belt slung over his shoulder. The seven-time Super Bowl champion didn’t stop there—he ripped a New York Giants jersey in half, prompting playful chaos as Eli Manning joined in.

WWE later posted the moment across its social channels, causing a frenzy among both football and wrestling fans. But it was Cody’s silent response that stole attention.

Cody Rhodes, who recently dropped his Undisputed WWE Championship to John Cena at WrestleMania 41, kept his reaction short but impactful. Beneath WWE’s official post, he dropped three goat emojis, a gesture instantly recognized as calling someone the "Greatest of All Time." The post’s comment section quickly filled with reactions. One fan wrote, “Cody recognizing GOATness. Respect!” while another added, “Brady with the belt? Cody just low-key booked WrestleMania 42!”Over on Twitter/X, reactions continued.

Drew McIntyre chimed in with a playful jab: “What a mark,” referencing Brady’s entrance flair and clear enjoyment of the spotlight. Meanwhile, another user quipped, “I guess he never saw the tape…” —mocking Brady’s Hulk Hogan-style theatrics in good fun. Across Reddit, fans speculated whether this could signal a real WWE appearance from the football icon. The energy was wild—and very real.

From ring to rumors: Brady’s WWE future?

Rhodes’ reaction also fueled fresh buzz around Tom Brady’s rumored WWE crossover, especially with WrestleMania 41 heading to Las Vegas—where Brady is a minority stakeholder in the Raiders.

With WWE increasingly leaning into celebrity moments and Cody’s public approval, fans are wondering if Brady might be next in line for a cameo. The goat emojis might have been a tribute—but they also feel like a subtle invitation.Also read: Tom Brady’s muscles spark buzz, Erin Andrews responds with one-word roarSometimes, three emojis say more than a whole promo. With just a silent salute, Cody Rhodes showed respect, admiration, and maybe even planted the seed for something bigger. It wasn’t just a reaction—it was a moment shared between two legends from different worlds.