Jack Swagger wins MITB. What Now??

[GenMe]

Today I was really shocked. Honestly I really thought that Christian was going to win the MITB match, But I guess I was wrong.

Jack Swagger is a great wrestler don't get me wrong, I really love his ring skills. I just hope that they don't give him the Kennedy treatment. Jack Swagger deserves a chance and this is his chance to go to the top of the mountain.
To answer your question, I really don't know when he will cash in his brief case, But when ever he does I really hope he wins, Or else it will just be a waste of time.

 

[Rammsteinerteen]

jack swagger is a talented wrestler that a lot of people fail to see. He is very technical like Kurt Angle, and can pull off huge moves. I can't say what will happen to him after winning the MITB, but I can say he will become big in WWE

 

[Depakote]

My expectations for Swagger winning were so low that I nearly forgot he was in the match. It looked as if he was going to get a push months back but then he got lost in the shuffle. Maybe this is Creative finally figuring out what to do with him. Most people who have won in the past have gone on to big things so this is really Swagger's chance to prove that he has what it takes to play with the big boys.

 

[The Doctor]

Yeah, this was a major shocker for me. I honestly marked HARD when he won, as he was the last person I expected to win, apart from Bourne. I thought for sure it was going to be Kofi or Christian!

Now, the general consensus is that he's going to cash it in and lose. I really hope that doesn't happen, as Swagger really deserves for his career to have a shot in the arm. He has an incredible look, isn't too bad on the mic (disregarding that awful commentary the other week), and is great in the ring. I honestly think he should have been pushed over Sheamus.

I was really expecting him to run in after Edge speared Jericho, but that obviously didn't happen.

I don't care when he cashes it in, though, as long as he's successful. Then again, even if he loses, he'll still gain lots of momentum for being an MITB winner. Just as long as he doesn't get injured or suspended, I see big things in Swagger's future.

 

[Theo Mays]

I felt Swagger had the perfect opportunity to cash it in when Edge speared Jericho through the protection wall. But I understand why, as it keeps the Edge/Jericho feud going. Many probably feel Swagger will cash in and lose, however I see differently. I've always felt Swagger had star power and I hope he waits to cash in and when he does have the chance to cash in, he actually wins the title. I expect him to get drafted to SD and eventually cash in over there sometime around in the summer against Edge. Then lose the title around the end of the year and maybe do something big at Mania.

 

[Stunner242]

I definitely think besides the Jericho vs Edge ending, this was the surprise of the night...if u think about it, he hasn't been used on Raw lately if at all and now he's suddenly shoved into the World title picture? To me, that's a sure sign of a draft to Smackdown where he can cash it on Edge at the most convenient time for him...not the world's best decision, but it would only makes sense to move to Smackdown so he can be pushed there...the title pic on Raw has Cena, Orton, HHH, possibly Chrsitian and other talent, Smackdown can give Swagger a much needed fresh start...

 

[Storm316]

this was about the worst decision the WWE has made in a long time. Swagger gets no reaction from the crowd, no heel heat, no nothing. What now? how about they have him cash it in ASAP so he can lose and fade into the background again. Seriously, nobody wants to see him do pushups in the aisle way and walk around like he's Kurt Angle.

Christian was the obvious choice to be next in line for a title push. WWE flat out effed the fans in this one.

Eff U Swagger. That's "what now."

 

[Tenta]

I think this MiTB bank win is eerily similar to Mr. Kennedy's. I really do feel that the WWE wanted to build up Ken Kennedy with his MiTB win, and begin a slow process to making him an elite main event wrestler. Now, of course, Kennedy stubbed a toe, and was gone for six months, but the WWE seemed interested in bringing the guy up, waiting to see if his skills will reach full development, and then let him run with the title for a little while.

Guys like CM Punk, Edge, and RVD.... They were already Main Event Caliber superstars before they won the MiTB. I think the only exception may have been Punk his first go around, what with his shitty face promo skills. Nevertheless, it seems as though the WWE is intent on developing talent in Swagger. They see alot of green potential in the kid, and are just waiting until his promo skills catch up with him. That, and maybe he gains about ten to fifteen pounds of muscle. I think NorCal said this in an earlier thread, that Jack Swagger would have received Sheamus' push, had he gained some more muscle. The Norcs may have had a point there. Swagger has all the raw talent, but needs a little more refinement. This is clearly a project, where if it succeeds, they'll have a cornerstone wrestler, a la Kurt Angle, to occupy wherever the WWE needs him. And if it fails.... Well, simply have him lose the title shot.

I like the experimental move by the WWE. There's really no loss in the matter, and the long term benefits may be great

 

[King Blitzkonic]

First off, kudos to Jack Swagger...It's sink or swim time, big boy. Now I would much rather see the case lead to a Swagger/Matt Hardy or Swagger/Shelton feud (I prefer the latter given the amateur wrestling exp. of both men!) Swagger just really hasn't faced enough "established" stars and gained enough experience to deserve that title shot. But it appears that once again it's a "push the young bucks" policy that screws over people like Matt Hardy (who's paying for Jeff's sins), Kane (who hasn't been relevant to the title since losing his mask), and Shelton Benjamin (who I personally think is paying for Benoit's "sins").

I've got an open mind though, let's see how Jack Swagger can do (eventual feud with Taker anyone?)

 

[Notorious718]

This was a bit of a shocker but a pleasant one, mind you. I expected Swagger to have a good showing in MITB but I didn't expect him to win. Kudos to WWE for starting what I hope to be a big push for Swagger.

After jobbing to Santino recently, there is NO way I see him cashing in the case and winning the belt any time soon. If WWE plans on having him cash the case in and win the belt, they're gonna have to build him up as a credible threat to the world titles because right now, I don't buy him as a legitimate world champion. At least not yet. So far in his career, I believe he has had two matches with John Cena. While he may not have won those matches, they made him look like gold and for anyone to take him seriously as a world champion, he needs to be booked to fight more matches like that.

Have him main event some Raw shows and have him beat current maineventers CLEANLY. Make the fans take him seriously so that no one remembers him as the guy who jobbed to Santino before the Rumble but as the guy who was a dominant former ECW Champion.

 

[The Con Volt]

this was about the worst decision the WWE has made in a long time. Swagger gets no reaction from the crowd, no heel heat, no nothing. What now? how about they have him cash it in ASAP so he can lose and fade into the background again. Seriously, nobody wants to see him do pushups in the aisle way and walk around like he's Kurt Angle.

Christian was the obvious choice to be next in line for a title push. WWE flat out effed the fans in this one.

Eff U Swagger. That's "what now."

I guess you didn't watch the PPV or else you wouldn't be talking out your ass right now. Swagger OBVIOUSLY had the best heel pop not only in that match, but possibly of the entire night besides punk.

 

[baldjedi]

Swagger? Seriously? He is a talented wrestler, but his mic skills are horrible. They really should have had someone over with the crowd win. I would like to know why Christian can't get a push. I really wish they would give Swagger a manager or something to garner more interest. Move him to Smackdown and pair him with Simply Flawless or something like that. I heard rumor he is being moved to Smackdown anyway so this would be perfect.

I hope they didn't blow the MITB with this choice. I do agree that Swagger should have been in Sheamus' place because he has been around longer and has pretty good ring skill. Guess they are looking for new blood so here is Swagger's chance to take the ball and run with it and for his sake I hope he does.

 

[The Ram]

Come on guys don't count out swagger just yet. You don't know what the future Swagger is going to get out of this. He could be one of the guys in the future you want to see. Like for example CM Punk you people eat him up now and you have to thank Money In The Bank for that. Why do some people say WWE is too predictable but when the unpredictable stuff comes you guys don't like the decision that is made.

 

[Warrior]

is what i said when i saw it.I completely never saw this coming.I'm a little mad because their were a lot of people that deserved it more but what's done is done.I hope someone beats him for the case soon like Edge did to Mr.Kennedy.I don't know who but a lot of people would be better with it.His Mic skills are horrid but he's not bad in ring.Its time to see what Jack really has in him.But i still have a felling of

 

[Edge: Rated R]

Without a doubt Jack Swagger received the JITB--Jobber In The Bank--briefcase. He will be the first person to unsuccessfully cash in money in the bank.

Swagger was below mid-card before this match and he was suddenly pushed. I think this year, WWE will show money in the bank is not always going to guarantee a title. Christian, McIntyre, Benjamin, or Kingston did not win because the WWE wants to preserve their dignity, but Swagger seems useless to the writers so he will be the proverbial sacrificial lamb.

He is a decent wrestler, but has no mic skills. Not only because of his lisp, but his lack of creativity. I remember two weeks ago on SD, while he was on commentary, Grisham asked Swagger if he is fit for MITB. Swagger said "I'm the favorite because I'm the only All-American, American and uhhh...I mean...yeah." Then he said practically nothing throughout the entire match. I also remember the other time he was put on commentary--during SD's 10th anniversary, while in a feud for the US title against Miz and Kofi--Swagger said it's nice to be here and soon after took off the mic and just sat there watching. Seems as if the WWE has an unconfident attitude towards his skills.

Swagger seems limited to saying All-American American. Unless he transforms drastically, he will probably amount to little and will not receive a title.

 

[cena4eva]

Moat likely and hopefully they will make him lose it to another person like Christian hopefully. I think this was just to show that Jack has potential. Either that or in the next month or two they will make Swagger cash it in because MITB ppv is in like 3 months and show i guess thay have to do it before that. Alos if they make a MITB winner lose thatn nobody will care about MITB. Its said to be a aguranteed shot over a champ and so guaranteee win.

 

[Vintage Nick]

I disagree when people say that losing will lose the prestige of the MitB. It's just like the Royal Rumble, you are guaranteed a title shot. When Koolaid said that your career is about to take off, look at when CM Punk won the MitB at WM24. He went on to have a shit first title reign. Kennedy got it too, but ended up injured (correct me if I'm wrong) and it was handed over to Edge, who's career was already hot.

As for Swagger winning it, I am disappointed. How am I supposed to take a guy that gets his ass kicked by Santino seriously? Swagger's slowly progressing into a mini-Angle (Hell, the outfit and robe he came out in was strangely familiar), but I still just can't take him seriously. He's great in the ring, but his mic skills are still something left to be desired. Hopefully WWE knows what they're doing with giving Swagger this guaranteed title shot, because if he wins I shall be paying close attention for a while to see if he's even good Main Event material on the flagship show or Smackdown.

 

[Platypus Palsy]

I like Swagger and I really hope this leads somewhere. He definitely has potential and could go far. He has a decent look to him, but he could gain a lot from gaining a few pounds of muscle. He's gotten better in his promo skills and should continue to work on them to make him an even better choice for a champion. The one thing I hope that doesn't happen is he ends up being the first to lose his match, or he could lose the shot in a match or something.

 

[whatalife1683]

I love Jack Swagger winning. I was surprised that he won. However, he does have that potential to be a star. Before he went to Raw, he was awesome. If he is booked like he was when he first came, then this makes sense for him winning. I was hoping Christian would win, but I do not think he will ever be elevated to main event status. For Kofi and Drew, they both can be built up properly without needing MITB. Kofi is pretty over even though he has been booked horribly. Drew gets some heat, but he has time to grow. I see Swagger going to smackdown in a few months and beating Edge. I don't think he will be the first one to lose it. I would love for him to cash it in at next Wrestlemania, so he can be properly be built up right for a year. However, Wrestlemania is on April 3rd next year. I don't know if WWE will extend the contract a little past the year mark to cash it in.

 

[klunderbunker]

I'm ok with it.

People complain about one major thing in WWE: there are no new stars. WWE has now in the past 4 months given us Sheamus and possibly Swagger. Kofi and Miz have been elevated too and you could argue Morrison and Truth. This is another piece of the youth movement in WWE. With guys either retiring or taking time off, we need some new guys to step in and take their places. Why not Swagger? The guy has a great name and an amateur background. He's a fine pick. Christian and Kofi are going to be over anyway, so why not give it to someone who benefits a lot from it?

 

[X]

Terrible decision by the WWE. No, nevermind how over Christian is, just keep ignoring him and maybe he'll go away. What the fuck do hey have against this guy, seriously? Is Vince really irked because he went to TNA for a few years? Jeez.

I like Swagger, I do. He had some damn fine matches last year as ECW champion against guys like Christian, but he is no way, shape, or form ready for the kind of push that a MITB suitcase comes with, the guy is barely believable competing for the US title, now he's got a World Title shot? This is a guy that lost to Santino Marella not 2 months ago. SANTINO! And even if he does become the first MITB winner to lose his title shot, what was the point of this then? Couldn't they have given it to someone (like Christian, or even Matt Hardy or Kofi Kingston) more believable as a main event threat?

Really stupid decision by the WWE, the crowd wasn't buying the ending to that match at all.

 

[sTyLnK]

The WWE threw everyone another curve ball which is always a good thing. Swagger winning means another push to a younger wrestler.

On the negative, I just wish the WWE would have gone with the predictability factor just once in this type of match. Everyone wanted Christian to win because he is well deserved. Why they couldn't just go with it for once? We all want to see Christan vs Edge down the road right?

 

[Decarow]

Swagger was my second pick to win (behind drew), so I was kinda happy. It was pretty ridiculous how long it took for him to pull the briefcase off though lol.

I think he'll wait a while before he cashes it in. He still needs to develop as a character. Maybe put him in a few more higher feuds and actually have him WIN.

 

[whatalife1683]

WOW some people complain over nothing. I think fans need to give it time, and see what the WWE does with this. I think most people are upset because they believed Christian would win, and then those fans would get their Edge vs Christian match. Christian may be over and so is Matt Hardy, but they are not main event material in the WWE's eyes or even mines. Chrisitan's best chance was before he left for TNA, and Matt Hardy well is Matt Hardy lol. Kofi does not need the briefcase, and I point to the feud with Orton to how to get Kofi over. Jack Swagger is young, and the WWE needs to book him properly. If he continues how he has been, then this was the dumbest decision ever made. However, they can build him back up over the course of the year until he is ready. He lost to Santino Marella big deal. Jericho flipping lost to Chyna and IMO that is worse. Look at where Jericho is at now, and how they have re built his image of the years.I bet you many younger fans do not know Jericho lost to Chyna.

 

[MoneyMack]

I love this move! My wish came true & Swagger won MITB. Lovely!

I thought Swagger shoulda been in Sheamus' position when Sheamus got his little ME push. But now he's got his chance. They could push him to the moon of they really wanted to- I think he can handle it. I dont think he's bad on the mic like alot of you seem to think. He's better then Sheamus IMO- even tho thats not saying much. Too bad there isnt a strong female to pair up with him. But a female with strong mic skills is pretty hard to find IMO.

I know when I first saw Swagger making his run in ECW- my 1st thought was: could this be the guy that they let beat Taker at Mania in a couple year?? Would be quite the rub for a younger superstar like Swagger. Even tho now- after 'retiring' Micheals...Im not so sure Taker ever looses that streak.

Take the ball & run Jack! Dont blow this opportunity you've been given