Is This the End of The Judgment Day? JD McDonagh Speaks Out on the Faction’s Collapse

For nearly two years, The Judgment Day has been one of WWE’s most dominant factions. However, recent tensions within the group have led to speculation that its days may be numbered. The cracks in the foundation are growing, and now one of its members, JD McDonagh, has spoken out about what’s happening behind the scenes.

During an interview with Chris Van Vliet on INSIGHT, McDonagh openly addressed the faction’s ongoing struggles and what he believes is needed to save it.

The Judgment Day’s Struggles: What’s Going Wrong?

It’s no secret that The Judgment Day has been going through a rough patch. Internal conflict has been brewing between its members, leading to moments of dysfunction. Damian Priest, Finn Bálor, Rhea Ripley, Dominik Mysterio, and JD McDonagh have all played key roles in the group’s success, but their unity is now in question.

Several key moments have pointed toward the faction’s downfall:

• Damian Priest’s growing frustrations: As Señor Money in the Bank, Priest has repeatedly found himself at odds with Finn Bálor. Tensions peaked when Bálor attempted to take the World Heavyweight Championship from Seth Rollins, only for miscommunication within the group to cost him the match.
• Rhea Ripley’s power struggles: As the de facto leader, Mami has worked to keep the faction together, but even her influence seems to be waning as Priest and Bálor continue their disputes.
• Dominik Mysterio’s struggles: ‘Dirty Dom’ has been a key piece of the faction’s success, but with recent setbacks—including losing the NXT North American Championship—his position within the group appears uncertain.
• JD McDonagh’s uncertain role: Initially an outsider trying to earn his place in the group, McDonagh was eventually accepted into The Judgment Day. However, it seems even he is struggling to keep the faction from imploding.

JD McDonagh’s Take: “They Need Me”

When asked by Chris Van Vliet about the faction’s current state, JD McDonagh didn’t shy away from acknowledging the turmoil within The Judgment Day.

“They need me,” McDonagh confidently stated. He described himself as the glue holding the group together and suggested that without his presence, things have started to unravel.

While some fans have speculated that the group might bring in a new member to help stabilize things, McDonagh shut that idea down, saying that adding someone new isn’t the solution. Instead, he hinted that the faction’s problems stem from within, and they need to fix their existing issues rather than look for an external solution.

Is This the End of The Judgment Day?

With tensions at an all-time high, the question remains—is The Judgment Day done for? WWE factions have a history of imploding once internal conflicts reach a boiling point. The Shield, Evolution, The Undisputed Era, and The Bloodline all eventually fell apart due to in-fighting. Could The Judgment Day be next?

Some fans believe that a major betrayal is looming. With Damian Priest still holding the Money in the Bank contract, there’s speculation that he could turn on Finn Bálor or vice versa. Meanwhile, Rhea Ripley’s control over the group appears to be slipping, and Dominik Mysterio could find himself caught in the middle of a potential power struggle.

JD McDonagh’s comments suggest he sees himself as the one who can hold the group together, but if things continue to deteriorate, even he may not be able to prevent their inevitable downfall.

What’s Next for The Judgment Day?

While their future remains uncertain, one thing is clear—The Judgment Day is at a crossroads. Will they be able to overcome their issues and continue their reign as one of WWE’s top factions, or will their internal conflicts lead to their destruction?

Only time will tell, but with WrestleMania 41 on the horizon, the fate of The Judgment Day could be decided sooner rather than later.