10 Best Quotes Of Seth Rollins' WWE Career
Seth Rollins is a terrific in-ring talent who puts together fantastic matches regularly. This has led to him being pushed heavily throughout his WWE career, but he is considered one of the greatest on the roster right now because of the overall package that he provides, which includes great promos.
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His overall character work is fantastic, and it allows him to give fans a reason to invest in him emotionally. His ability on the microphone is a big way he does that, and throughout his career, he has cut some fantastic promos, creating memorable quotes.
10 "You Don't Get To Be The Conquering Hero In My Kingdom"
Seth Rollins and Cody Rhodes had a brilliant feud against each other in WWE, and they truly pushed each other to their limits both inside the ring and on the microphone. That was clear when Rollins took shots at Rhodes for going away and trying to tear down what he had built, referencing AEW.
The line that Rhodes wouldn't be the conquering hero in his kingdom was one of the best that he has ever created. It was a nod to Rhodes' theme song while also playing into what they were doing at the time which worked perfectly.
9 "I Rebuilt The System"
The Performance Center shows during COVID-19 weren't always the most exciting for people to watch due to the lack of atmosphere, but they did create some engaging content in terms of promos. Seth Rollins was working at a high level during this time, and his rivalry against Kevin Owens exemplified that.
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During one promo Rollins claimed that he "rebuilt the system" with his work in NXT, helping to create the PC for talents such as Owens to thrive. It showed his confidence at the time, while also reminding fans of his impact on the business.
8 "You've Done It All, Except Beat Me"
Seth Rollins often calls back to moments from the past during promos to his rivals, which is something that doesn't happen enough in WWE. He treats the fans with respect and showcases that he expects them to remember things, and that worked when he feuded against Roman Reigns in 2022.
He told Reigns that he'd done everything except beat him when it mattered most, and it was true. It was a great line because not only did it put Rollins over as a genuine title threat, but it planted a seed of doubt in Reigns' mind.
7 "I Will Sell My Soul To The Devil"
Seth Rollins has always been at his best when he has been in a rivalry where he could showcase his raw emotions, and he did that well when working against Brock Lesnar. Heading into their WrestleMania 35 encounter, Rollins made it clear to Paul Heyman that he would do anything to get the win.
That included selling his soul to the devil, showcasing that nothing was going to stop him on the journey to becoming the champion, which instantly got fans invested in him.
6 "You Better Be Prepared To Tear My Leg Off My Body And Beat Me With It"
Seth Rollins' rivalry against Triple H heading into WrestleMania 33 brought the best out of him as he was able to tap into a lot of aggression and determination due to speculation about whether or not he would be fully fit to compete at the show.
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He tapped into that during their contract signing as he pushed the idea that he would simply not give up fighting for what he believed in. Rollins told the Game he would have to beat him with his leg to put him down, showcasing just how ready he was for the fight.
5 "I'd Take You Even More Seriously If This Was 2005"
Clever one-liners and zingers toward his opponent is something that Seth Rollins does better than most, and it's one of the reasons he can make fans engage in his storylines so well. This is something he showcased during a quick segment with RVD during his final full-time run with the company.
Rollins mocked the fact that the former ECW star was an old-timer, making it clear he didn't take him seriously in the current climate, but he would have had it been in 2005.
4 "I Created You, And I Can Destroy You"
While The Shield was the brainchild of Vince McMahon and his creative team, in kayfabe Seth Rollins has always pushed the idea that he was the man behind the group. He has claimed to be the creator of the faction consistently, and that continued in 2022.
He made it clear to Roman Reigns that he had created him as a star, and that because of that he could easily destroy him as well. It was a very clever line and one that got a big reaction at the time from the fans.
3 "Your Wife Divorced You And Took Your Kids"
When things can get personal in a promo or backstage segment, that is truly when fans invest because they know it is real, and the emotional value increases. That was the case during an interview with Seth Rollins and Matt Riddle when Rollins took some personal shots at his opponent's real-life problems.
He pointed out that Riddle was recently divorced and that she took the children who don't want anything to do with him, and that instantly took the rivalry to completely new heights, highlighting the power of words.
2 "I Will Redesign Seth Rollins"
The Redesign, Rebuild, and Reclaim catchphrase that Seth Rollins had coming off his serious knee injury in 2015 was a brilliant one that was easy for people to buy into. It was an easy slogan and something for people to connect with, but that all started when he won a Slammy Award.
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Rollins was injured at the time and was collecting the trophy for 'Superstar of the Year' when he decided to cut an excellent promo for the fans. He promised to redesign and rebuild himself to then reclaim the World Title, creating a passionate rallying cry to the wrestling world.
1 "I Will Break His Neck"
Seth Rollins is tremendous as a slimy heel who will stop at nothing to get what he wants, and this particular promo highlights that better than any. This took place when he was wanting to bring The Authority back, so the group got Edge, who was retired with a neck injury at the time, and placed his head on the Money in the Bank briefcase.
Rollins then threatened to break it unless Cena brought the faction back, showcasing just how dastardly he was as a person. It helped to push the desperation of his character, proving that just a few simple words can have a big impact.