WWE Hall of Famer Mark Henry spoke out strongly regarding the ongoing Angel Reese Robert Griffin feud during a recent broadcast of The Morning Kickoff Show on AM 1300 The Zone. On Wednesday, Henry and co-host Mike Hardge discussed the controversy surrounding the former NFL quarterback’s involvement with Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese.
Henry condemned Griffin’s actions against Reese, describing them as disrespectful and rooted in racism. He expressed disbelief at Griffin’s decision to escalate tensions publicly instead of allowing the women involved to handle their own disagreements.
“For him to go on and do what he did and bring light to something that’s so racist and so hateful and so disrespectful, it made me look at him differently,” Henry said. “If you look at social media right now, all the athletes are going, ‘what are you doing? Why are you doing it?’ you are not a woman.
“If the beef is with the women, let the women have the beef. Why do you have to be in it?”
Henry added that Griffin’s interference is unnecessary and harmful and warned him that continuing this path could damage his reputation among athletes, particularly those of color, who might choose to disassociate from him entirely.
The Root of the Conflict: Reese Denies Griffin’s Accusations
The feud escalated after Robert Griffin III shared a racially insensitive photoshopped image of Angel Reese on X, formerly Twitter, intending to highlight the bigger issue of racism in sports. Despite Griffin’s claim that someone close to Reese informed him that the Chicago Sky forward harbors animosity toward Iowa Fever guard Caitlin Clark, Reese firmly denied the allegation.
Reese took to X to refute Griffin’s statement, bluntly calling out the misinformation and dismissing the claim as a tactic for attention.
“lying on this app when everybody know the first and last name of everybody in my circle for clout is nastyyyy work,” Reese tweeted.
Griffin has not publicly responded to Reese’s rebuttal. Meanwhile, his involvement has drawn criticism from influential voices, including Bernice King, the daughter of Martin Luther King Jr., who publicly urged Griffin to stop targeting the Sky forward.
Implications and Public Backlash Surrounding the Dispute
This public altercation has intensified social media debates about sportsmanship, racism, and respect between athletes. Henry’s comments reflect a broader frustration with Griffin’s behavior, as many athletes and observers question why he chose to intervene in what was initially a rivalry strictly between two female players.
The situation highlights the ongoing tension athletes face regarding race and public perception, especially when external figures enter the fray with racial undertones. Moving forward, the controversy could serve as a reminder about the importance of allowing disputes to remain contained among those directly involved, without introducing divisive or racist elements from outside parties.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. What caused Angel Reese’s injury?
A. Reese explained in a TikTok video that she hurt her hand while playing, causing a small bone crack. Doctors informed her she had the option to have surgery or not.
Q. Does Angel Reese have a 1.6 GPA?
A. In March 2024, Reese finished her studies at LSU, earning a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies. Her focus areas included Communication Studies, Leadership Development, and Psychology. This indicates her GPA was over 2.0, the least needed to graduate.
Q. What did Angel Reese’s parents do?
A. Angel got her basketball skills from her parents, who both played in college and at the professional level.