Roman Reigns joins WWE Mount Rushmore debate after Jalen Brunson’s Fanatics Fest reveal

Roman Reigns just landed on Jalen Brunson’s WWE Mount Rushmore during a Fanatics Fest video that’s lighting up wrestling circles.

What happened at Fanatics Fest?

On 17 July 2026, Jalen Brunson-NBA star guard for the New York Knicks-filmed a Fanatics Fest segment with Roman Reigns. Brunson used the platform to name his personal WWE Mount Rushmore, and Reigns made the cut. The clip, posted on social media, quickly drew reactions from fans and pundits alike.

Why it matters for Roman Reigns

Reigns now sits alongside Brunson’s chosen quartet of WWE legends. The appearance spotlights Reigns’ mainstream crossover appeal beyond the squared circle. For a top athlete from another sport to include Reigns on a Mount Rushmore-style list signals the WWE Universal Champion’s cultural footprint in 2026.

Brunson’s selection also fuels fresh debates about the greatest WWE performers ever. Reigns’ inclusion suggests he’s still viewed as a marquee name even years into his dominant run. The segment aired just days after Reigns’ latest title defense at WWE Money in the Bank, keeping him in the headlines.

What comes next?

Reigns remains WWE’s undisputed top star. His next major appearance is scheduled for WWE SummerSlam on 23 August 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio. Brunson’s Mount Rushmore comment adds another talking point ahead of the marquee event.

Fans can expect more reactions to Brunson’s list in the coming days. Wrestling analysts are already dissecting who else might crack the four-man lineup. Reigns’ spot, however, looks secure for now.