MJF: '99% of the veterans in the locker room don't have your best interests at heart'

'The Devil' claims that the most experienced wrestlers don't want to lose against the younger ones

MJF says he can only trust himself and his instincts

MJF
Photo Credit: AEW
Antonio Rubio
Antonio Rubio
Published 08/28/2026

MJF is known for being one of the best talents of his generation, but also one of the most controversial in front of and behind the cameras. "The Devil" has become a despicable heel in the television programming of All Elite Wrestling, bringing his character to real life, which includes his participation in interviews, where he never holds back.

As part of the promotion for AEW All In London, MJF was interviewed by Bleacher Report, where the self-proclaimed "true World Champion" discussed a number of topics, including the role of more veteran talents in the company's locker room.

"Honestly, I believe one of the biggest mistakes young people make in this industry is that many spend their time trying to find veterans in the locker room. The reality, and the absolute truth, is this: not all, but 99% of the veterans in the locker room do not have your best interests in mind. They don't want you to defeat them, they don't want you to be better than them on the mic or in the ring. Because if you are better than them, you are taking away their livelihood," MJF stated after discussing his past relationship with Adam Cole.

"The only person you can trust in this industry is yourself," he continued. "Now, if you're a young reader with terrible instincts, then I can't help you. It's better for you to be a follower. Believe me, there are many followers in this industry, and they make good money being followers, they just don't make money like MJF, and that's okay. Not everyone is meant to lead. Some people are born to be backup dancers. Others are born to be stars. That's really what I've learned. The only person I can and should trust is myself and my own instincts."

MJF will be part of the Casino Gauntlet Match at All In London, where an opportunity for the AEW World Championship will be at stake. A title, on the other hand, that "The Devil" considers a "toy". Since his return to television programming, MJF has carried his former world championship, Triple B, claiming it to be the true champion's belt.