Andy Leavine, who won last year's edition of WWE Tough Enough, has reportedly been released by the company.
http://www.wrestlezone.com/news/253553-breaking-news-wwe-releases-tough-enough-winner
This comes as little surprise to many, as Andy had already been suspended 30 days as per the wellness policy, and did not appear to be making much noise in FCW.
Many believed that Luke, Jeremiah, Martin, A.J., or several others should have been victorious throughout the series, but Leavine surprised many by winning (and subsequently not selling the Stunner). I myself have interviewed A.J. before, and he stated all of them were shocked Andy won in the first place.
Now while it is understandable that not every signed prospect makes the big leagues, to me it feels like this particular Tough Enough was more of a failure than some in the past. There was some good talent in the other guys (and some gals) passed on in favor of Andy, who was extremely green from the start and failed to follow through.
What are your thoughts?
http://www.wrestlezone.com/news/253553-breaking-news-wwe-releases-tough-enough-winner
This comes as little surprise to many, as Andy had already been suspended 30 days as per the wellness policy, and did not appear to be making much noise in FCW.
Many believed that Luke, Jeremiah, Martin, A.J., or several others should have been victorious throughout the series, but Leavine surprised many by winning (and subsequently not selling the Stunner). I myself have interviewed A.J. before, and he stated all of them were shocked Andy won in the first place.
Now while it is understandable that not every signed prospect makes the big leagues, to me it feels like this particular Tough Enough was more of a failure than some in the past. There was some good talent in the other guys (and some gals) passed on in favor of Andy, who was extremely green from the start and failed to follow through.
What are your thoughts?