Glenn Jacobs expresses openness to Senate appointment if Marsha Blackburn wins governorship

<p>Former Knox County Mayor and WWE legend Glenn Jacobs confirmed on October 5, 2026, that he is open to being appointed to Senator Marsha Blackburn’s seat if she wins the Tennessee governor’s race. Jacobs made this statement during an appearance on the "Fox News Rundown" podcast.</p><p>When asked if he would accept the role if Blackburn appointed him, Jacobs did not confirm his interest in the position but emphasized his focus on helping Blackburn win the governorship. "Your name is floating around as a possible replacement in the Senate for Senator Marsha Blackburn if she were to win the governor's race in Tennessee. The idea being she would appoint you to her old seat," Fox News’s Bill Melugin stated during the interview.</p><p>Jacobs, who is known for his wrestling career as WWE Hall of Famer