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Tatanka Issues Bold Challenge to Roman Reigns: A New Native American Bloodline is Rising in WWE
Former WWE star Tatanka recently sat down with veteran wrestling journalist Bill Apter at the 90’s Wrestling Con, and let me tell you, he didn’t hold back. The Native American legend delivered a fiery message to Roman Reigns that’s got people talking. And honestly? It’s about time someone brought some fresh energy to challenge the Samoan dynasty that’s been running roughshod over WWE for years. Triple H Gives Tatanka’s Sons the Green Light Here’s where things get interesting. According to Tatanka, his two sons caught Triple H‘s attention at Saturday Night’s Main Event about three months ago. And when The Game notices you, things happen fast. “Triple H sees both of my boys. He says they’ve got to get in the Performance Center now,” Tatanka revealed. Before Triple H even walked five feet away, Tatanka’s phone was blowing up with calls from WWE executives setting up appointments. That’s the kind of urgency that tells you something special is happening. The boys headed to the Performance Center, and the reception was overwhelming. Matt Bloom, head of the WWE Performance Center, called them “two studs.” Shawn Michaels was there. The Undertaker was there. Yeah, that’s the kind of company you want evaluating your potential. But here’s the kicker—they’re not just training anywhere. They’re at the legendary Hart family Dungeon, learning the craft from some of the best technical wrestling minds in the business. A Direct Warning to the Tribal Chief Tatanka didn’t just share updates about his sons’ training. He went full promo mode, delivering a message that would make any WWE fan’s pulse quicken: “Congratulations on all your success. I mean, you’ve done tremendous things for the Samoan dynasty—your bloodline. Well, let me tell you something: there’s a new bloodline coming into the WWE. It’s the first blood. It’s the native blood. It’s the tribal blood—it’s the tribal ancestors. So, dog, you better hold on to those saddles, because when the Native Americans arrive, it’s going to be one, two, three, and we’re going to have new champions—the Native American bloodline standing at the top.” Now that’s how you cut a promo. Why This Actually Matters for WWE and Roman Reigns Look, we’ve all seen second-generation wrestlers come and go. Some make it, most don’t. But there’s something different brewing here. WWE is clearly investing in the next generation, and having Triple H personally fast-track these guys into the system speaks volumes. Reigns has had an incredible run—no one’s disputing that. His 1,316-day reign as Undisputed WWE Universal Champion cemented his legacy as one of the all-time greats. But even the mightiest empires eventually face challengers, and the idea of a Native American Bloodline rising to challenge the Samoan dynasty? That’s compelling storytelling waiting to happen. The Performance Center Advantage Training at both the WWE Performance Center and the Hart Dungeon gives Tatanka’s sons a unique advantage. They’re getting the modern WWE training regimen while also learning old-school technical wrestling fundamentals. That combination has produced some of the company’s best performers in recent years. Matt Bloom’s endorsement carries weight too. As a former WWE superstar himself (remember Albert? A-Train? Tensai?), Bloom knows what it takes to succeed in WWE. When he calls someone a “stud,” you’d better believe management is paying attention. What’s Next for the Native American Bloodline? Right now, it’s all about the grind. Tatanka’s sons are putting in the work, learning the craft, and building the foundation they’ll need to succeed at WWE’s highest level. But make no mistake—this isn’t just proud papa talk. WWE doesn’t invite people to the Performance Center and have legends like Shawn Michaels and The Undertaker evaluate them unless they see real potential. As for Reigns? He’s got his own problems to worry about. After losing to Bronson Reed at Crown Jewel in an Australian Street Fight (with chaos from Bron Breakker and The Usos thrown in for good measure), the OTC has plenty on his plate. But if Tatanka has his way, a new challenge is coming—one with deep roots and serious hunger. The Bottom Line Wrestling thrives on fresh blood and compelling rivalries. The idea of a Native American Bloodline challenging the established Samoan dynasty writes itself. Will it happen? Who knows. But Tatanka’s warning to Reigns isn’t just promotional bluster—it’s a father’s pride mixed with competitive fire, and that’s a dangerous combination. Keep your eyes on the Performance Center. Something’s cooking, and it might just shake up WWE in ways we haven’t seen in years. The Tribal Chief has been warned. Now we wait to see if the prophecy comes true.
Mike Vrabel responds to accusation that Patriots simulated Falcons' snap on key fourth-quarter play
With under two minutes remaining in regulation of Sunday's game between the Atlanta Falcons and the New England Patriots, Atlanta quarterback Michael Penix Jr. committed a costly and curious intentional grounding penalty after he seemed not ready to receive the snap of the football. Following the 24-23 loss that dropped Atlanta to 3-5 on the season, Falcons head coach Raheem Morris accused Patriots players of "clapping" to simulate Penix asking for the ball to be snapped. During a Monday appearance on Boston sports radio station WEEI, first-year New England head coach Mike Vrabel responded to Morris' comments. Mike Vrabel "didn't see" Patriots players simulating the snap "I mean, I didn't see anything," Vrabel said, per Tom Carroll of Audacy. "Like, is that fake? I don’t know. Quarterbacks, when they want the ball, it’s like [clap] [clap] [clap] [clap]. I mean, I didn’t see anybody doing that. And then, like, we don’t do the clap…I can see, like, when the quarterback, like it’s the silent count, it’s like [softer claps], but I didn’t see anybody do that." The CBS broadcast of Sunday's contest didn't show a single New England player clapping before the ball was snapped for what became the intentional grounding play. As Marc Raimondi of ESPN noted, a team guilty of simulating an offense's snap count or snap is supposed to receive a 15-yard penalty. No flag was thrown before the ball left Penix's hand, and the Falcons eventually had to punt on fourth down of that late drive. From there, New England was able to run the clock out. Mike Vrabel names latest Patriots-related controversy The Patriots were previously part of "Spygate" and "Deflategate" scandals. On Monday, Vrabel named the latest alleged New England controversy. "'Clapgate,'" Vrabel added during the segment. "That was new. I didn't see that. I just know - and maybe that's a testament to our fans. You know what I mean? It got loud, and I could hear the energy, and so thank them for that. But that's a good point. I did not - I didn't see anything, and I’ll let you guys go investigate." The 7-2 Patriots next play at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (6-2) on Nov. 9. Perhaps it's fair to wonder what New England players will and/or won't try to get away with at Raymond James Stadium during that Sunday afternoon matchup.
The 'Most 300-yard, 4 touchdown NFL games' quiz
Since the renaissance of Sam Darnold’s career in Minnesota last season, one of the reputational issues the veteran needed to shake was his play in primetime. Against the Washington Commanders on ‘Sunday Night Football,’ he did what he could to put that narrative to bed by completing 21-of-24 passes for 330 yards, four touchdowns and an interception in a dominant 38-14 win. Darnold was deadly accurate Sunday night, completing every pass he attempted in the first half before throwing just eight times in the second half and giving way to Drew Lock in the fourth quarter with the game out of hand. The Seahawks gave Darnold a three- year, $100.5 million contract after his career-year in Minnesota last season. So far he’s rewarded them with 2,084 passing yards with 16 touchdowns and five interceptions en route to a 6-2 record through eight games. Which brings us to today’s quiz. It was the third time of Darnold’s career – and second already of the 2025 campaign – that he’s thrown for at least 300 yards and four touchdowns in the same game. With that being said, can you name every NFL quarterback in the Super Bowl Era to do that at least three times? Good luck! Did you like this quiz? Are there any quizzes you’d like to see us make in the future? Let us know your thoughts at quizzes@yardbarker.com, and make sure to subscribe to our Quiz of the Day Newsletter for daily quizzes sent right to your email!
Three wild statistics about the 2025 World Series you may not know
The 2025 World Series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays will go down as one of the best seven-game Fall Classics in history. Won in extra innings by the Dodgers on Saturday night, this year's World Series had plenty of wild moments and memorable performances. However, there were also some things that happened during this year's World Series that were historic but also didn't make as many headlines as Yoshinobu Yamamoto's MVP pitching or Will Smith's World Series-winning home run. With that in mind, here are three things that will add this year's World Series to the baseball record books. This 2025 World Series was just like ... 1926? Sure, this year's World Series went seven games. However, the pattern of wins between Toronto and Los Angeles was unlike anything seen in the Fall Classic since the St. Louis Cardinals beat the New York Yankees in seven games in 1926. Per Elias, the 2025 World Series was just the second-ever World Series to follow the path of the home team winning Game 1, road team winning Game 2, home team winning Game 3, and the road team winning Games 4 through 7, joining the Cardinals and Yankees 1926. The Dodgers player made headlines and history Los Angeles outfielder Justin Dean was in the middle of one of the most talked about plays of Game 6 when he signaled to the umpires that Addison Barger's hit to left-center in the ninth inning was wedged under the wall. With that signal, the umpires ruled it to be a dead ball, keeping Barger to a double and preventing Myles Straw from scoring from first base (he was held at third with the dead ball call). That decision kept the Los Angeles lead at 3-1, which would be the final as Tyler Glasnow worked his way out of the jam to record the save. Dean being put into the game for defensive purposes happened more than you might have thought during not only the World Series but the entire postseason as well. The 28-year-old Dean appeared in 12 games this postseason but did not register a plate appearance, entering a defensive replacement in center field 10 times and as a pinch-runner twice. His 12 games played during the postseason are the most ever in a single postseason without any plate appearances (among non-pitchers), surpassing the previous record of 10 games without a plate appearance by Clay Bellinger in 2000. Bellinger appeared in 11 games for the Yankees in 2000, getting a hit in his lone plate appearance. Hitting home runs? It's an international thing. Trailing 4-3 in the ninth inning of Game 7, Miguel Rojas of the Dodgers launched a game-tying home run, marking the 10th home run of the World Series hit by an internationally born player. Also joining Rojas as a player born outside the United States to hit a homer during the Fall Classic were Shohei Ohtani (three homers), Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (two), Alejandro Kirk (two), Enrique Hernandez (one) and Teoscar Hernandez (one). Per Elias, the 10 home runs are the most in a single World Series by internationally born players, breaking a tie with 2017 and 2019, which had nine each.
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