In an interview with The Detroit News to hype tonight’s WWE Night of Champions pay-per-view, WWE Champion Randy Orton commented on John Cena’s injury, becoming the top heel in the company again and much more.

Highlights of the interview are below:

On the decision to make him a heel character once again: “It feels really good. I’m glad I can get another shot. Not to harp on the past or anything, but I’ve made a few bad decisions here and there, and this is my chance to prove not only to the fans, but to the company that I can carry the ball and represent the company.”

On John Cena’s injury and how it has opened doors for others to step up and for him to be a top contender: “I’m not saying that’s the sole reason, but it doesn’t hurt. They needed somebody, and they looked around and they go “There’s our guy”. It’s not like I said, “Hey guys, I got an idea. Help out.”

The interview is available in full at this link.