Drake Maverick Issues Statement On EC3 After Concerning Video

A video from an independent wrestling event has sparked concern among fans about EC3’s well-being, prompting his longtime friend and former WWE colleague Drake Maverick — best known to fans as Rockstar Spud — to speak out on social media.

The clip in question showed EC3 making his entrance at the indie show appearing to limp, with several fans and observers noting he seemed not entirely himself. As is often the case when footage like this spreads online, speculation quickly followed, prompting Maverick to step in and address the situation directly through a statement posted to his own social media accounts.

Details of exactly what Maverick said in his statement have not been made public in full, but the gesture itself speaks to the tight-knit relationships that persist among wrestlers who have shared locker rooms over the years. Maverick and EC3 have crossed paths repeatedly throughout their careers, including stints together in WWE, and it’s not unusual for wrestlers to step up and publicly reassure fans when a colleague becomes the subject of unverified online chatter.

EC3, real name Michael Hutter, has long been one of the more scrutinized names in the independent scene given his high-profile runs in TNA/Impact Wrestling and WWE, where he was pushed as a top singles star before an underwhelming call-up to the main roster. Since departing WWE, he’s bounced between various independent promotions and brief looks with other companies, remaining a recognizable name even as his in-ring schedule has become less predictable.

Moments like this are a reminder of how quickly a few seconds of shaky phone footage can spiral into widespread concern in the wrestling community, especially for a performer whose career has already seen its share of ups and downs. Fans understandably react strongly when a wrestler appears to be struggling physically during an entrance, and it’s a credit to Maverick that he chose to get ahead of the narrative rather than let speculation fester unchecked.

As of now, no further specifics have been confirmed about EC3’s condition beyond what circulated in the original clip and Maverick’s subsequent response. PW Exclusive will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates if more information becomes available. For now, the wrestling world will simply be hoping for good news on one of the sport’s more well-traveled and recognizable performers.