Logan Paul denies copying Jey Uso’s “Yeet” catchphrase, claiming he’s been “yeeting” for a long time and dubbing himself “Daddy Yeet” and the “Grandfather of Yeet.”

Jey Uso popularized “Yeet” in WWE, especially since transitioning to a solo career. The catchphrase has become central to his personal brand, strengthening his connection with WWE audiences and boosting merchandise sales.

Amid fan criticism for his use of the phrase, Logan Paul asserts that he has long used “Yeet” independently, even sharing an old video clip to support his claim. He stated on his Instagram stories:

“Clearly you don’t know your internet history. I’m Daddy Yeet. The Grandfather of the Yeet. I began the Yeet, and I will Yeet as I please.”

Paul humorously declared himself the “grandfather of Yeet,” insisting he would continue using it as he liked. Although Logan Paul and Jey Uso have yet to meet in the ring, with this new rivalry brewing, it may only be a matter of time.

Logan Paul and Jey Uso both staking claim to “Yeet” is reminiscent of Becky Lynch and Ric Flair’s public dispute over the nickname, “The Man” several years ago.

Flair applied to trademark the “The Man” shortly after Becky Lynch adopted the persona in WWE. As Lynch’s popularity was skyrocketing, Flair argued that he should be paid royalties, since he’s been calling himself The Man for decades. He said Lynch’s moniker diminished his legacy and damaged his earning potential.

The matter was resolved in early 2023, when Flair announced on his podcast that the conflict got out of hand, and he’d apologized to Lynch.

“I’m not ‘The Man’ anymore,” said Flair. “I don’t know who ‘The Man’ is, but people decide that, and that’s in every sport, in every field, and every phase of life. But I’m realizing, during the body of the show, I’m realizing, I really got stuck on that because I said it for so many years. There was a time, in the 80s, I was the guy. I got no problem saying that at all. Maybe even the early 90s. But it’s like believing your own hype after a while because you just say it so long.”