Daniel Bryan Released *GIVE OPINIONS*

[WCWMondayNitroOnYT]

If this ends up being true and not a work, I'm done with the E and I'll just stick to my WCW. It's better than the shit on tv now anyways. Danielson is one of the few reasons I'm still watching this horrible wrestling product.

 

[CM Pulsar]

I hope to God that this isn't true. For them to fire arguably one of the few hot commodities they have right now over some Standards and Practices BS would be ridiculous.

If this IS legit, then TNA had better be making some phone calls.

 

[Ferbian]

With all the speculations of it being a work, I could see that, even considering the fact that he still has a page on WWE.com, something that they make sure to remove rather quickly when they do release someone.

On the other hand, if it's legitimate, I can only see it as a backstage problem, because he was pretty over with the crowd, he was a decent overall guy (microphone skills were decent, and in-ring style was great)

WWE releasing him for any other reason than backstage problems and politics would be a waste, because of his popularity, even with the WWE crowd who probably didn't know anything of his independent tenure with the exception of what Cole have been telling them which of course is vastly underrating Bryan.

I guess time will show where this leads, something tells me that if it's a work, he will most definitely appear through the so called NXTWO.

 

[Wullief23]

Personally i'm not a fan of him. I'm not denying his in ring ability, but i just can't take to the guy. However if he is genuinely released it completley puzzles me why they put him in the Michael Cole angle, put himin his match with Miz and included him in the Cena attack. But then again we are talking about the WWE so nothing puzzles me.

 

[Dysfunctional]

Word has been sent out within WWE that the release of Daniel Bryan is legit.
Higher-ups, including execs Donna Goldsmith and Michelle Wilson, in the company were informed of his departure before the news item was posted on WWE’s website tonight.
It’s still possible that this is all a part of WWE “going out of the norm” and it’s a big storyline but it’s hard to believe that they would work the storyline on higher-ups in the company. and it would be the first time WWE used WWE.com for a work but ITS being said the reason that Daniel Bryan (Bryan Danielson) was fired for choking ring announcer Justin Roberts with his own tie during the NXT invasion angle on RAW this past Monday.
The shot was edited from replays of the angle and was described as being too violent for what WWE allows on it’s programming. SOURCE cramthis.com
now if thats the reason he was thats BULLSHIT

I read somewhere that most of the wwe emplyees didnt even know about the NXT RAW ending last week, so i think it might be possible this is just the wwe being sneaky about the storyline.

 

[Rick_PT]

I believe it's a work... ...I remember Bryan saiying that Daniel Bryan would be no more after being eliminated from NXT...
Probably a way for Bryan Danielson to "break in" in the WWE...

 

[The footy fanatic]

OMG! One of the only times I've ever been genuinely shocked at a WWE release. The other time was when Kennedy/Anderson got fired. I can only imagine he done something to upset WWE management as he was over with the crowd, more than any other NXT rookie.
It''ll be interesting to see if any other rookies get released. As for Bryan Danielson/Daniel Bryan I guess he might as well go back to ROH.

 

[Random_Dude]

Any1 see the replay on Universal, did they edit out the choking.....this would be a good way to really determine if the "firing" is legit or not

 

[boywithatoy]

i agree but Word is that someone very important complained to WWE officials about the angle with the idea that kids who were watching may think it’s fun to choke people with their ties. It’s unknown who actually complained but it had to be someone with a lot of power.

Apparently it's Mattel that complained about it. If it's a choice between sacking a wrestler only really known by the IWC or losing one their biggest sponsors (and millions.....millions of $$$$$$) then it's not really a tough choice for them is it? Like Vince would say....it's all about eh monnnaaayyyy!

 

[Random_Dude]

Any1 see the replay on Universal, did they edit out the choking.....this would be a good way to really determine if the "firing" is legit or not

just checked and apparently they did edit out the choking, seems like this is legit what a god damn shame....no way in hell is the E going to such extreme measures to push this

The shot was edited from replays of the angle and was described as being too violent for what WWE allows on it's programming.

Source: F4Wonline.com

 

[Ytoojae]

It is entirely possible that it is indeed a work.

I have a tendency to believe that the WWE has been working the internet crowd for a while now.

This may be very loose and off-topic (sort of), but it'll link together.

1. Jericho in an interview states that the reason he is wrestling now is to help the younger wrestlers.

2. Daniel Bryan cuts a promo on NXT where he says Daniel Bryan is DONE. That Daniel Bryan was a WWE creation that had never fought anywhere else in the world. Then he mentioned Bryan Danielson....

3. Wade Barrett wins NXT Season 1.

4. Chris Jericho in a WZ exclusive is reportedly in trouble with the WWE over his new television game show hosting duties. If there is a company that understands what sort of responsibility it would take to do fulfill Jericho's responsibility then it would be the WWE (and any other company who commits to television).

5. The NXT guys invade RAW and wreak havoc.

6. Daniel Bryan is released from the WWE. Bryan Danielson changes his twitter name and has a "winds of change" post on twitter.

It would not surprise me in the least if on RAW this coming Monday it is revealed that Chris Jericho is the mastermind behind this NXT invasion and that while Daniel Bryan was released from RAW that he is now going to wrestle under Bryan Danielson as a renegade wrestler (sort of like the Radicalz when they came to the WWE)

Bear in mind that of all of the NXT "losers" that Daniel was the only one who had been signed to a WWE contract (albeit a 'one day contract') on the previous week's RAW so that he could fight the Miz.

It would make no sense for Barrett to be released as it is common place for a #1 contender to attack the champion and aside from the Fatal Fourway title match Barrett has a guaranteed title shot as a result of winning NXT.

 

[Rabzilla]

wwe have really done it this time. What a waste. I really really hope this is a work, I mean, he must of done something really bad to get fired legit. The nxt faction will be lacking in actual wrestling ability without him. It appears that sometimes the "E" really does not know what wrestling fans really want, and with it being PG, vinnie is just doin things to please the children. Long live the attitude era.

 

[Undying777]

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOW!!!! If Bryan Danielson release is real then it is going to be WWE's major lose. This guy has all the potential in the world to be as good as Chris Benoit was, maybe better.

So I guess they are saying the reasoning behind his release is because he chocked out Roberts with his own tie. Chocking a person with anything in the WWE is way to violent for pg t.v? Are you kidding me? Cena just FU'ed Batista on his butt from a hight of 15 feet. IMO, that was 10x more violent then what Bryan did to Roberts. If Bryan was fried over this then add my name onto that potation.

With that thought, I can only believe that this is indeed a work. Its all part of a storyline playing into the fact that Bryan has been pushing his limits as a WWE rookie. He attacked Cole twice, assaulted Miz, and now he was part of the malay that took place last Monday night. That final act was the straw that broke the camels back. I think that "kayfade" they are trying to send a massage to the other rookies. "Don't get to big for you rookie britches because we will fire you like we did Bryan". i will not be surprised if we see more rookie " releases" in the next couple of days. I think in the next coming weeks we will see a "fired" Danielson and company attacking WWE superstars backstage or in the parking lot.

So again, IMO, its all a storyline. but if it is real then TNA is going to have a major new talent. And I like TNA so I still win. lol

 

[wwe fan2009]

so they released him for making the chocking look to real?? lame. so what if it did, it was a great start to a storyline and wwe had to go and ruin it by firing a top star in nxt for no good reason. Vince and the wwe are idiots if this is real.

 

[Vega]

That is obviously a work and couls lead to a great storyline. If not, this is one of the biggest mistakes the WWE ever did. If Triple H or someone else came to my bureau and told me I should fire Bryan, I would fire him - I would fire Triple H. Okay, this may be a bit exaggerated, but Bryan obviously has the talent to be one of the biggest stars ever. But it's almost impossible he is released, so I won't go into this one.
This could lead into Bryan interfering in NXT rookies matches and even feuding with (face) McMahon. He would get over as a face nevertheless. Hell, we had no RAW since the wreckage, on monday we'll se what's going on.

 

[Dr. Stinger A. Zoidberg]

Guys, it's legit.

As noted before, the reason being told for Daniel Bryan’s release is because of him choking Justin Roberts with his own tie during the NXT invasion angle on RAW.

Word is that someone very important complained to WWE officials about the angle with the idea that kids who were watching may think it’s fun to choke people with their ties. It’s unknown who actually complained but it had to be someone with a lot of power.

Bryan is being described as a scapegoat. WWE does want to bring him back to the roster once the whole thing blows over.

There you have it, he's gone. Its not a work, not a storyline. Its because he choked out Justin Roberts with his tie last Monday on RAW. I guess the good part is that the WWE is looking to bring him back, because he is a great superstar. But, was firing him really necessary? Couldn't the WWE just suspend him instead of firing him? The WWE is screwed because if he goes to TNA now, all of the internet Bryan Danielson fans are going to watch TNA to see him and the WWE will have competition, and realize their loss.

 

[HBK-aholic]

The people worrying about him going to TNA and it causing the WWE problems is laughable. 'Daniel Bryan' is a huge star on the internet, but reactions from the crowd overly amazing. I mean, it's not bad, but to even think him going to TNA would hurt the WWE is stupid - he's not a big star anywhere other than ROH.

I can't really see why the WWE would release him though, leaading me to think they have something planned. He may be gone now, but short of doing something horrible, I'm sure he'll be back.

 

[Deexter Jorgan]

This is ridiculous, why the hell release one of the most over guys in the NXT feud, it looks like this thing is gonna fall apart, they need to bring him back quickly and stop this stupid situation from developing even further.

Bryan only did what he was told to do and that was go out and do his job, WWE needs to get him back in under new terms before his no compete clause is over otherwise this may all blow up in their face, damn sculding the guy or even suspending him would have been a better idea then this.

Damn WWE

 

[steveom07]

Oh noooo. I really hope its a work, I love him sooo much.

Get a grip of yourselfs. (Sounds like you already have, While looking at videos of bryan)

Hell he may be one of the best wrestlers in the world, but he's no where near the most entertaining wrestlers in the world.

As someone who only watches WWE and doesnt youtube other promotions. I find it very difficult to see what the hell all the fuss is about.

Personaly, I hope he goes to TNA or ROH because then all this crap about him being the best will well and truely be over.

 

[nbkush]

First of all, this is NOT a work. When was the last time WWE wished a talent well on "their future endevours" and incorporated it into a storyline. NEVER. It is also common for the WWE to make note of the talent's actual name in such press releases. Ive heard various rumors as to the reason, but it is 100% legit regardless of why he was released. Maybe Dixie can use him as her NXT big surpise in 90 days when his no-compete clause expires.

 

[25andIstillpeethebed!!!]

So Michalel Tarver comes out looking thugged out like New Jack,They(cant remember who) dump the anouncer's table on Jerry Lawler,with an audiable child's voice in the back ground saying Mr.King Mr King,The NXT collective destroy the ring in violent fashion and beat John Cena even after he appears lifeless and The American Dragon gets fired for doing his job in trying to help create one of the most memorable story lines of the past decade!!

GOD WWE has gotten way too big for its own good! He was one of the very few reasons i started watching WWE programming again!

 

[TheOneBigWill]

The people worrying about him going to TNA and it causing the WWE problems is laughable. 'Daniel Bryan' is a huge star on the internet, but reactions from the crowd overly amazing. I mean, it's not bad, but to even think him going to TNA would hurt the WWE is stupid - he's not a big star anywhere other than ROH.

I can't really see why the WWE would release him though, leaading me to think they have something planned. He may be gone now, but short of doing something horrible, I'm sure he'll be back.

I'm one of those "people" who made comment about it being a mistake, and could backfire on the WWE.

Would it kill them? Or put them out of business? Absolutely not. YOU, would be idiotic to think I meant that. By my understanding of it hurting them, would be for him to jump to TNA and become a Heavyweight Champion that turns out to be the next "AJ Styles", which by TNA standards is a big deal that WWE missed an opportunity on.

Or even a Matt Morgan, by lesser standards. WWE had their chance with him, missed it - TNA got him, and turned him into a huge star that the fans enjoy 10x more there.

"Daniel Bryan" was a huge internet star. (Which just so happens to make up over half of the wrestling audience.) And he was also huge in ROH. So was C.M. Punk. So was Desmond Wolfe. And thus far, both of them seem to be on the right path. Punk is a former multi-time Heavyweight Champion - still in the hunt as I type this. Wolfe is a mid-carder, looking up in TNA, that has solid fan ovation backing him.

No reason to think Danielson wouldn't be a huge star in the making, and a big mistake to release and risk him going to the rival promotion.

Now, in closing as I said - do I know if its a work or not? No. I'm intrigued and interested to find out. But I can only look at this as a stupid move, if its legit because of the higher risk than reward by cutting someone who's popular.

WWE can't continue to lean on the likes of Triple H, Cena & The Undertaker forever. Danielson just turned 29, he isn't super young but he has a solid 4-5 year distance between himself & the youngest of those 3.

 

[HBK-aholic]

I'm one of those "people" who made comment about it being a mistake, and could backfire on the WWE.

Would it kill them? Or put them out of business? Absolutely not. YOU, would be idiotic to think I meant that.

I didn't read YOUR post, and therefore was not replying to you. I don't even know what you said about it.

By my understanding of it hurting them, would be for him to jump to TNA and become a Heavyweight Champion that turns out to be the next "AJ Styles", which by TNA standards is a big deal that WWE missed an opportunity on.

I think missing out on an opportunity and hurting the WWE are two different things. Even if Danielson DOES go to TNA and become a star - something I doubt - it won't hurt the WWE in any way. Their ratings won't take a hit. Sure, they could have had Danielson as THEIR champion, but so far, while there's no denying Danielsons talent, those I've spoken to who don't spend time on internet wrestling sites don't think he's the best thing ever, or take note of him on a much bigger scale than the other NXT rookies. If this is legit, the WWE aren't losing anything, because Danielson isn't a big star yet.

 

[c.ochoa312]

I agree the news of the release is crazy. I recently saw Bryan Danielson in Dragon Gate USA and I think WWE would be out of thier minds to release him. Another sign that this may be a storyline is that WWE recently filed a trademark of Daniel Bryan. If this is not a storyline, I hope he returns to ROH, Dragon Gate USA or even Chikara Pro. He could team with Mike Quakenbush to fued with the BDK.

 

[TheOneBigWill]

I didn't read YOUR post, and therefore was not replying to you. I don't even know what you said about it.

Just tossing that general opening out there incase you had read my post. No harm, no foul. Afterall, what you said was in reference to me, even if it wasn't directed at me.

I think missing out on an opportunity and hurting the WWE are two different things. Even if Danielson DOES go to TNA and become a star - something I doubt - it won't hurt the WWE in any way.

I think we should first establish what YOU determine as "hurting the WWE". Because I'm assuming you mean crippling them to the point of putting them out of business. If thats the case, then no. I doubt anything, or any other alternative Wrestling promotion is going to accomplish that. McMahon is a billionaire. And unlike Ted Turner, he knows how to manage a Wrestling show - even if he makes bad decisions from time to time.

However, as far as I'm concerned when I say its something that could hurt. I mean in the future as far as talent is concerned. Like I said, they can't continue to ride on Triple H, John Cena and the Undertaker forever. Within the next 5 years, I would be shocked to see anyone besides Cena still with the Company on a full-time schedule.

Danielson has all the right 'stuff' to become a great future star for the Company. He may not have as much charisma as Shawn Michaels, or John Cena, but the fans have still shown tremendous love and ovation for him - which indicates he'd do better than the current future of Ted Dibiase Jr, or Cody Rhodes.

but so far, while there's no denying Danielsons talent, those I've spoken to who don't spend time on internet wrestling sites don't think he's the best thing ever, or take note of him on a much bigger scale than the other NXT rookies.

Wait, whoa, stop the presses.. People, YOU'VE spoken too, who don't spend time on the internet (or just internet wrestling sites) don't view an internet darling, as something special and nothing more than an unknown rookie.

Well shit damn, call me stupid. I guess that means your friends know everything and can predict the entire outcome of the WWE - because they don't spend time on the interwebs.

Becca, I'm all fine and dandy that you have friends. They make the world go round. But you just bypassed everything with the world's worst reply. So your friends don't think too highly of him, but on the flip side thats because they haven't seen who he truly is.

They've seen who the WWE made him look like, by way of the NXT show. Not who millions have come to love, via ROH and the internet. Hey, if I just viewed him from the NXT show then I'd probably hold him in low regard as well. But thankfully, I'm capable enough to look further into situations and not just judge books by their cover.

If this is legit, the WWE aren't losing anything, because Danielson isn't a big star yet.

If its legit, WWE is losing something. A lot of money, from millions of internet fans, in the future event of a John Cena v. Bryan Danielson showdown. And if you can't see that, then I don't know what else to say because you simply have your eyes shut.