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Cody Rhodes Says His Next WWE Deal Will Likely Be His Last

He cites a desire to be present for his young children during their school years.

Overview

  • Speaking on the All The Smoke podcast on Nov. 4, the Undisputed WWE Champion said the next WWE contract he signs will probably be his last and that he plans to finish his career with the company.
  • The expiration of Rhodes’s current deal remains undisclosed, though he signed a multi-year contract in 2024 that extended his earlier target to retire at 40.
  • Rhodes described the strain of a top champion’s schedule and said he wants to be home more as his children grow older.
  • He noted WWE’s improved family accommodations, including travel flexibility and tour buses, yet emphasized prioritizing daily moments with his daughters.
  • He recently retained the Undisputed title against Drew McIntyre in a referee-down finish and previously regained the championship from John Cena at SummerSlam 2025.