The war of words began when, during McDonagh’s match against AJ Styles, commentator corey Graves quipped, “It’s not JD’s fault he was born with the skull of a Minecraft character.” This comment alluded to a recurring joke among WWE personalities and fans regarding McDonagh’s distinctive head shape.

JD McDonagh didn’t let the comment slide without a response. He took to Instagram to retort with a jab at Graves’ professional situation, stating, “It’s also not my fault you get relegated every time Pat McAfee is available on a Monday.” This was a clear reference to the changes in WWE’s commentary teams earlier in the year.

The Commentary Team Shuffle

Earlier this year, following WWE’s deal with Netflix, Pat McAfee rejoined the RAW commentary team alongside Michael Cole. This led to Corey Graves’ reassignment to NXT.Reports at the time suggested that Graves was not entirely pleased with the change, even hinting at his discontent in a since-deleted tweet according to some sources.

It’s not JD’s fault he was born with the skull of a Minecraft character.

While reports indicate that any issues between Graves and WWE have been resolved, JD McDonagh seized the opportunity to use the situation to enhance his on-screen persona, turning the minecraft joke into a reminder of Graves’ shift in roles.

Adding Fuel to the Fire

This exchange, while seemingly lighthearted, injects an additional layer of authenticity into McDonagh’s character. It also demonstrates that the Judgment Day member is willing to engage,even with the commentary team.