The Kittle Things – Episode 4 Summary

George Kittle & The Miz Squash Their Beef & Talk George's Potential WWE Career

Released October 14, 2025

Episode Overview

In this lively and humorous installment of "The Kittle Things," NFL star George Kittle and his wife Claire are joined by WWE superstar The Miz. The trio dives into their playful rivalry, swap behind-the-scenes stories of their crossovers between sports entertainment and football, and explore the resonance between WWE and the NFL. Highlight moments include mulling over George’s potential WWE future, advice for relationships, reflections on football culture, and a cameo call from Pat McAfee. Throughout, friendly jabs, laughter, and genuine respect shine as “beef” is squashed and new dream matchups are proposed.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Squashing the Beef: WWE Meets NFL

• The show opens with George and The Miz comically reigniting their lighthearted “feud,” recalling past in-ring run-ins and even a golf course dropkick.
  • The Miz, channeling his heel persona:

    “If we ever wrestle, you will lose. Cause I will make sure that you will not win. You will be hit with a skull crushing finale. You will be pinned. 1, 2, 3. And everyone will celebrate me.” (00:00)

• The trio quickly moves on to discuss mutual respect and their shared passion for sports entertainment.
  • George reminisces about introducing Claire to WrestleMania and the thrill of seeing it live.
  • Claire describes her nerves watching George in the ring:

    “I was nervous for two reasons. I didn’t want you to get hurt, and I didn’t want you to get hurt, and I wanted you to do good. So the world liked it, and it was, like, accepted.” (03:08)

  • The Miz emphasizes the craft and choreography involved in both football and wrestling:

    “You learn the art of professional wrestling. It’s like you learn the art of football… But I would need to teach you how to do it the way we do it so we can make the impact look the best it can possibly look, as real as you do every single time.” (02:51)

2. Pat McAfee Phone Call: A Running Gag

• In a recurring comedic bit, George and The Miz attempt to FaceTime Pat McAfee to settle who would win in a wrestling match.
  • After some missed calls, Pat finally responds but votes George would win against The Miz:

    “The Miz is gonna die.” – Pat McAfee (06:01) The Miz feigns outrage and vows:
    “If we ever wrestle, you will lose… You will be hit with a skull crushing finale.” (07:30)

• Banter ensues over allegiances, finishing moves, and the idea of a mixed match challenge involving Claire and Miz’s wife, Maryse.

3. Viewer Relationship Questions

• Claire introduces a relationship advice segment:
  1. Binge-Watching Without Your Partner – The group debates whether finishing a show is a major transgression.
     • Miz is flexible:

       “If you want to go watch it, watch it. All right. And I’ll go watch it, and we can talk about it later. So it’s okay? In my mind.” (09:08)

     • George’s stance is more sentimental:

       “That’s what bugs. I’m just like, ah, come on, sweetie. Don't do that to me.” (10:03)

  2. Dishwasher Wars – Who obsesses over how it’s loaded?
     • The Miz argues it’s not a red flag but “you can’t just throw things in.” (10:54)
     • Claire and George share their own lighthearted domestic stories.
  3. 10-Year Relationship with No Proposal
     • Miz and Claire agree: communication and clarity are key.
     • Claire, always direct:

       “Just ask what you want. Just say the answer, and if it’s not what you want. Okay, move on. If it’s what you want, stay.” (13:52)

     • George underscores how Claire’s directness has rubbed off on him.

4. Behind the Curtain: WWE Storylines & Life on the Road

• The group talks about legendary WWE storylines (e.g., Jericho’s List), what makes wrestling storytelling so compelling, and the reality of injuries and making stories work.

  • The Miz:

    “You have to scrape and claw to get back… that storyline that'll get you back there, that people will be like… I have to see this.” (15:42)

  • George on wrestling’s realism:

    “You can't fake jumping off the top rope. No, there’s nothing fake about that. Like, you are sending it.” (15:42)

  • The Miz on why fans ask if it's fake:

    “It’s a compliment because they don’t know.” (16:10)

• The Miz details his journey from reality TV to WWE, investing his “Real World” winnings to train, study promos, and hustle merchandise to prove his worth.

  • On training:

    “I would cut promos on everything... trying to learn how to do what they’re doing… The most I’ve ever advanced, I think, is when I got in the ring with these legends like Shawn Michaels. Cena taught me the most.” (20:14–21:10)

5. George Kittle’s Potential WWE Future

• The Miz and George brainstorm how George could fit in the WWE, from being a babyface to handling promos and learning ring psychology.
  • The Miz:

    “You have the look… you have the character… your personality, you’re very… you have the star power.” (23:44)

  • George lights up at the idea:

    “If my body can handle it, I would love to give it a shot.” (22:20)

  • The Miz, analytically:

    “There’s a lot of… bullet points. But then when you get out there, they’re just rambling… I have to literally do something to where it’s not rambling anymore to get you back on track.” (24:47)

  • Both reflect on savoring the moments of their respective careers.

6. Football Culture & Tight End U

• Discussion moves to how Kittle and his team maintain a physically demanding, united culture under Kyle Shanahan.
  • George:

    “If that's the team standard and all the best players are doing that, everybody starts to play like that… just have that intention to be violent on every single play.” (28:00)

  • Claire mentions the camaraderie in the 49ers' locker room versus elsewhere.
  • They discuss the origins of “Tight End U,” its community-building aspect, and the evolution of the position.
    • “You made being a tight end cool.” – The Miz (29:15)
    • “Nowadays, you have 7-year-olds who are like, I’m going to play tight end in the NFL.” – George (29:32)
    • “Why would you not take notes? The only way you’re not getting something out of Tight End U is if you choose not to do it.” – George (30:35)
• The episode highlights how fantasy football and personalities like Gronk, Travis Kelce, and George have transformed the position’s public image.

7. What’s Next: Dream Scenarios and Curling

• George hints at career plans post-NFL—possibly trying his hand at Olympic curling!
  • George:

    “I want to get into curling… me and three buddies finished fourth out of nine teams in Nashville.” (33:34)

  • The Miz is alternately amused and skeptical about the ease of Olympic curling.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On the crossover appeal of wrestling and football:

  "There's an art of what you do. For sure, you can tackle a dude, you can spear a guy. But I would need to teach you how to do it the way we would do it so we can make the impact look the best it can possibly look, as real as you do every single time." – The Miz (02:51)

• On handling storylines in WWE:

  “You have to scrape and claw to get back… that storyline that'll get you back there, that people will be like, 'I have to see this.'” – The Miz (15:42)

• On career transitions and savoring the moment:

  “Every time I'm in that ring, I'll always make sure I kind of just look around and be like, wow, like, how many people get to do that? Like, not many. So you have to cherish the time.” – The Miz (25:33) “We have to just like pause and take a moment a lot…” – Claire (25:45)

• Potential WWE tag-team plotting:

  “Would you be my Paul bearer?” – George
  “I'll be your tag team partner.” – The Miz (22:38)

• Relationship advice clarity:

  “Just ask what you want. Just say the answer, and if it’s not what you want. Okay, move on. If it’s what you want, stay.” – Claire (13:52)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Riffing on Wrestling Rivalry & Friendship: 00:00–07:45
• Pat McAfee Phone Call & Match Speculation: 05:11–08:15
• Relationship Q&A: 08:45–13:58
• WWE Storylines & Realness: 14:01–16:37
• Miz’s Journey from Real World to WWE & Lessons: 18:56–21:10
• Debate on George Becoming a Pro Wrestler: 22:16–25:45
• Football Team Culture & Tight End U Origins: 26:40–32:55
• Life After Football: Curling Dreams: 33:05–35:49

Tone & Style

The entire episode maintains a playful, joking, and candid tone, mixing jock storytelling with behind-the-scenes sincerity. The chemistry between George, Claire, and The Miz is genuine, resulting in both comedic jabs and heartfelt insights into the world of sports and entertainment.

This episode is a must-listen for fans of NFL, WWE, or anyone who enjoys quick-witted sports banter and a peek into the “little things” behind athletic stardom.