Joe's Gonna Kill You
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Kurt Angle posted the following on his twitter page:
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Kurt Angle Announces He's Re-Signing with TNA
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Angle is one of TNA's absolute staples, but more than just being one of their most recognizable faces/names, he's also a workhorse and is capable of working a program with absolutely anyone and making it work.
Just like with Sting, this is what loyalty looks like. I'm sure this thread will flood with jaded WWE fanboys whining about how they don't get their way again because a wrestler actually chooses to work elsewhere, so enjoy it while it lasts, TNA fans.
Angle is one of TNA's absolute staples, but more than just being one of their most recognizable faces/names, he's also a workhorse and is capable of working a program with absolutely anyone and making it work.
Just like with Sting, this is what loyalty looks like. I'm sure this thread will flood with jaded WWE fanboys whining about how they don't get their way again because a wrestler actually chooses to work elsewhere, so enjoy it while it lasts, TNA fans.
It's funny because Kurt makes it seem like he actually had a choice to go back to the WWE or something. The WWE wouldn't touch him after his most recent arrest and some of his Twitter comments, so I'm not sure why he's acting like this is some big news or something. TNA is the only company he could work in and get paid the money he's used to without having to do silly things like stop using drugs, driving drunk, or getting help for his obvious drug problems. Of course he's staying there, they don't give a shit if Angle starts shooting smack into his dick every weekend so long as he shows up to work and destroys his body for them.
Good news for Kurt I guess. Couldn't really care though, he's faced EVERYONE in TNA, more than once, and there's absolutely nothing new or exciting for him left to do in that company. About the only match he has left that they haven't overdone a thousand times would be a program with Daniels maybe, which would be good, but besides that, who's left? Jarrett for the 400th time? Joe for the 500th time? Sting for the 600th time? He's already feuded with RVD, Anderson, and Jeff Hardy. Maybe a Matt Hardy feud? Can't imagine that would exactly light the world on fire.
Good for Kurt I guess if it makes him happy. He's not really doing anything in TNA though. He's not putting over young talent or having the frequent Match of the Year candidates he was only a year ago, so the idea of him staying in TNA doesn't exactly fill me with my excitement, even as a fan of Angle the wrestler.
Good news for Kurt I guess. Couldn't really care though, he's faced EVERYONE in TNA, more than once, and there's absolutely nothing new or exciting for him left to do in that company. About the only match he has left that they haven't overdone a thousand times would be a program with Daniels maybe, which would be good, but besides that, who's left? Jarrett for the 400th time? Joe for the 500th time? Sting for the 600th time? He's already feuded with RVD, Anderson, and Jeff Hardy. Maybe a Matt Hardy feud? Can't imagine that would exactly light the world on fire.
Good for Kurt I guess if it makes him happy. He's not really doing anything in TNA though. He's not putting over young talent or having the frequent Match of the Year candidates he was only a year ago, so the idea of him staying in TNA doesn't exactly fill me with my excitement, even as a fan of Angle the wrestler.
Good for Kurt. However, I am quite puzzled by something. He basically admitted to another companys existence and acknowledged them as being superior to TNA. I would think that'd be a big no no in the business world. Especially when you are the Underdog. I believe TNA does good for what it is. A small region based promotion.
I am NOT bashing TNA I am simply stating that they are doing very well at that Impact Zone from when I check up on Mr. Anderson. It's just that they are not competing on a national level with Mcmahon but still. I believe WCW was making that same mistake. There should be no WWE to them in opinion just TNA.
But I digress. Good for you Kurt. He's had my respect in WWF/E and he was one of the greatest champions. I respect you and the Stinger for your choices but I hope one day to see you both in that WWE ring.
I am NOT bashing TNA I am simply stating that they are doing very well at that Impact Zone from when I check up on Mr. Anderson. It's just that they are not competing on a national level with Mcmahon but still. I believe WCW was making that same mistake. There should be no WWE to them in opinion just TNA.
But I digress. Good for you Kurt. He's had my respect in WWF/E and he was one of the greatest champions. I respect you and the Stinger for your choices but I hope one day to see you both in that WWE ring.
I'm not in his shoes so I really cant judge but if I were him I wouldnt sign with TNA again. After the whole Jarrett/Karen angle and his recent personal problems, I think Kurt needs a break before something serious happens. Hes getting himself into an uncolfortable possition and I think his desire to stay in the ring and see TNA succeed is not allowing him to see things as they really are. Hopefully everything works out for Kurt, and hopefullly he weighs out all the possibilities before putting pen to paper.
JJYanks121
The Mouth of the South Shore
I find it ironic that Angle announces this the day after Edge retires due to injuries that could possibly have left him in a wheelchair if he kept going. The way Kurt is going, the thing Edge is avoiding may become his reality.
I know I'm in the minority as a wrestling fan with a conscience, but I saw Kurt last summer after a show at MCU park and he can barely walk. I had hoped that TNA would let him win the title at BFG last year and then surrender the title and retire (obviously the scenario that Edge just had happen except Edge's was unexpected) but clearly that was not the case. The dude is not in good shape as his body can't take many more bumps and he doesn't help matters by continuing to pump it with drugs, alcohol, and bad decisions.
I may enjoy Kurt as a performer, but this is a guy that needs to walk away before it's too late. I agree with X in that no feud he's going to have is going to be new or meaningful, so what does he have to prove? He's just going for the sake of going and so that fans can continue to praise his skills. He's left his legacy, but if he keeps going, we may have to hear about that legacy in a special Impact tribute broadcast. I really do mean that as I fear for the guy. He is not doing himself a service by continuing to work, and on top of that, to work for a company that values his name over his well being. I'm sure fans will be happy about this, but understand that this guy needs help and TNA is being an enabler more than an employer for him.
All I'm saying, and this comes from purely a human perspective, is that this guy needs to get away for his own well being. Take away how you feel about him as a performer, this guy needs help and I'm just not sure he's ever going to get it.
I know I'm in the minority as a wrestling fan with a conscience, but I saw Kurt last summer after a show at MCU park and he can barely walk. I had hoped that TNA would let him win the title at BFG last year and then surrender the title and retire (obviously the scenario that Edge just had happen except Edge's was unexpected) but clearly that was not the case. The dude is not in good shape as his body can't take many more bumps and he doesn't help matters by continuing to pump it with drugs, alcohol, and bad decisions.
I may enjoy Kurt as a performer, but this is a guy that needs to walk away before it's too late. I agree with X in that no feud he's going to have is going to be new or meaningful, so what does he have to prove? He's just going for the sake of going and so that fans can continue to praise his skills. He's left his legacy, but if he keeps going, we may have to hear about that legacy in a special Impact tribute broadcast. I really do mean that as I fear for the guy. He is not doing himself a service by continuing to work, and on top of that, to work for a company that values his name over his well being. I'm sure fans will be happy about this, but understand that this guy needs help and TNA is being an enabler more than an employer for him.
All I'm saying, and this comes from purely a human perspective, is that this guy needs to get away for his own well being. Take away how you feel about him as a performer, this guy needs help and I'm just not sure he's ever going to get it.
superstitionstx
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This is not the same Kurt Angle from his prime in WWE. No use on him coming back to WWE even if he was given the chance. Not with the youth movement in place, not with his need for a lighter work schedule, and not with the current roster over there. It would be like going back to high school after you graduate, where its familiar territory, but you don't have any reason to be there, and all the faces are different now. The only time a return to WWE in my opinion is warranted is A) You are part of the framework for the company (Hogan, Flair, Rock) or B) You were never gone that long to begin with (Christian, Jericho)
Angle is way better served at TNA. He is a big fish in a small pond there. Plain and simple.
Angle is way better served at TNA. He is a big fish in a small pond there. Plain and simple.
This doesn't surprise me too much. Dixie Carter loves Angle, and he does have a lot flexibility in TNA, so I guess this is the right move for Kurt. Angle has wrestled every top star in TNA, and he's had big time feuds with just about everybody. Kurt can still go in the ring, and he can give us a good/great match every now and then, but as far as feuds go, I don't think Angle can give us anything fresh. Again, he's already faced off against the bulk TNA's bigger stars, so it's not like we're going to see anything different.
Kurt staying in TNA doesn't excite me at all, but if staying in TNA makes Angle happy, then you can't be mad at the guy. He's loyal to TNA and Dixie Carter, and I do think he will finish his career with TNA.
Kurt staying in TNA doesn't excite me at all, but if staying in TNA makes Angle happy, then you can't be mad at the guy. He's loyal to TNA and Dixie Carter, and I do think he will finish his career with TNA.
rondiesel2005
Getting Noticed By Management
I thought of the exact same thing about who he going to feud with this time because he feud with just about everybody in the company. The best feud so far i seen is with Mr Anderson. Kurt Angle is on of my favorite wrestlers to watch on TNA but then again there comes a time like who is the next person he going to feud with and am sure we going to see Angle vs The Pope after he done with jarrett. He shows he very loyal to TNA which i have no problem with, Dixie Carter treats him good obviously he trust her and Hogan. He going to feud with the same people alll over again.
pepentorresHHH
Getting Noticed By Management
He didn't tell us anything we already didn't know or he hasn't said before, as far. As to how I feel about this, we'll.... Kurt can't handle the WWE schedule and he is actually happy in TNA, has a schedule he likes and CAN follow, he is doing great money and is helping TNA grow..... Now I personally don't watch TNA because I don't like it but Kurt gas been there for 5 years now and if he likes it there, then as a fan of his I can only respect his decision.
Well Kurt is older and the schedule is much lighter so he can spend more time with his family which is always a good thing, but I think another reason he re-signed was he has a safety net being in TNA. The company really doesn't seem to care either way what he does and he knows this. If he kept screwing up in the WWE like he has since joining TNA he would be gone so fast. I think deep down he knows this, but for obvious reasons won't admit it.
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He's said for a while now he wants to push the young guys like Amazing Red who he's asked for months to work a program with directly.
He could slot down in the card (or the others slot up, depending how you look at it) and work with the X Division stars the way Nash did back in the day.
Shelley, for one, could go benefit GREATLY from the Angle rub.
Rammsteinerteen
Getting Noticed By Management
Not great news, but this is KIND OF good for TNA, which has flushed down the toilet from the mansion to the sewer. (Spanning 2002 to 2011).
Kurt Angle is one of the many amazing talent in TNA. But the problem is, TNA can't use any of them right. Kurt Angle is loyal to TNA and Dixie Bitch,(Just kidding) And Kurt Angle truly wants to make the best of TNA. But if you ask me, TNA has WAY surpassed the point from where it is. Kurt Angle in TNA will involve him in TASTELESS feuds with Jeff Jarrett and his family. Kurt Angle deserves better, but that's not going to happen, because TNA is desperate for ratings.
So anyways, this news is not "Fantastic" by any means. His storyline angles have been shit after a HEEL Mr. Anderson awhile back. And he's not fighting anybody interesting anymore.
One more run in WWE, Kurt Angle has a load of people to fight and make great matches with. But even if Kurt wanted to go to WWE, WWE won't let him, because he was arrested for driving under the influence. And the only reason why Alex Riley got away with it, was because he was with The Miz, the biggest star during that time.
I really hope something comes out of this, but my hopes aren't high...
Kurt Angle is one of the many amazing talent in TNA. But the problem is, TNA can't use any of them right. Kurt Angle is loyal to TNA and Dixie Bitch,(Just kidding) And Kurt Angle truly wants to make the best of TNA. But if you ask me, TNA has WAY surpassed the point from where it is. Kurt Angle in TNA will involve him in TASTELESS feuds with Jeff Jarrett and his family. Kurt Angle deserves better, but that's not going to happen, because TNA is desperate for ratings.
So anyways, this news is not "Fantastic" by any means. His storyline angles have been shit after a HEEL Mr. Anderson awhile back. And he's not fighting anybody interesting anymore.
One more run in WWE, Kurt Angle has a load of people to fight and make great matches with. But even if Kurt wanted to go to WWE, WWE won't let him, because he was arrested for driving under the influence. And the only reason why Alex Riley got away with it, was because he was with The Miz, the biggest star during that time.
I really hope something comes out of this, but my hopes aren't high...
Rammsteinerteen
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I definitely agree with your comment, Kurt Angle does respect the young guys. But TNA is only pushing one young guy, and that is Mr. Anderson. Everybody else who is young is getting shoved to the ground in behalf of Jeff Hardy, Sting, RVD and of course Mr. Anderson.
I would love to see an Amazing Red feud with Kurt Angle, but that was awhile ago he mentioned it. I don't expect it anymore, but hey, heres to HOPE.
Joe's Gonna Kill You
The Hunt is On
VERY happy that Kurt has re-signed with TNA and I look forward to seeing more Great Matches from Kurt. Kurt is getting up there in age and his Body is wearing so I would like to see him get a bit of an easier schedule kind of like what the Undertaker has in WWE. Kurt could also be pretty helpful backstage helping the younger guys. As for who Kurt could still feud with as IDR mentioned he has pitched ideas to creative about working with Amazing Red, other feuds I would like to see are Kurt/Sabin Kurt/Shelley Kurt/Rhoode Kurt/Storm Kurt/Pope I think all this Feuds could be really good and a RUB could help all those out Alot.
SinCityBlitz
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I believe he's been saying for a while he was staying in TNA. Vince wouldn't touch him so he really doesn't have much of a choice.
As long as he can stay out of trouble this is good for TNA.
TNA really needs to start getting the younger guys over guys like Sting and Kurt. Both are breaking/broken down and will be gone soon. The need the next generation to be ready.
As long as he can stay out of trouble this is good for TNA.
TNA really needs to start getting the younger guys over guys like Sting and Kurt. Both are breaking/broken down and will be gone soon. The need the next generation to be ready.
I could be wrong, but it seems like Angle has a lot going on with TNA that has to do with more than just wrestling. I do agree that he's pretty much done everything not only in TNA, but in the wrestling business in general, but I still enjoy his presence within the company.
I remember reading something along the lines that Kurt knows he's not in the condition that he used to be and that TNA is willing to work with him such that when he does in fact wrestle he can put on top notch shows. Redundancy alert; he also has a lot going on outside of wrestling which includes something about health foods and movies. I'm not sure on the details, but I think that Angle signing with TNA is about more than just wrestling.
I'm glad for him. I like the resigning and I'm happy that he's happy. I do like the concern for his health in this thread and I do understand the risk, but I think he'll be fine and I think he'll know when he wants to retire.
I remember reading something along the lines that Kurt knows he's not in the condition that he used to be and that TNA is willing to work with him such that when he does in fact wrestle he can put on top notch shows. Redundancy alert; he also has a lot going on outside of wrestling which includes something about health foods and movies. I'm not sure on the details, but I think that Angle signing with TNA is about more than just wrestling.
I'm glad for him. I like the resigning and I'm happy that he's happy. I do like the concern for his health in this thread and I do understand the risk, but I think he'll be fine and I think he'll know when he wants to retire.
TWJC: The Beginning
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TNA is a bumbling clusterfuck. Angle is kind of a microcosm of TNA.
He used to have a TON of talent but now his matches have no coherency and he doesn't sell. He doesn't have a legit finish because he's raped them all into meaninglessness. He's borderline bad. Sure some people can be sucked into his matches but to me it's like "wow, same shit, different day". Angle's millions of ankle lock counters we've all seen before is worse than anyone's 5 moves of doom because the 5 moves of doom aren't typically sold as "TEH EPICZZZZZ".
I guess it's good that he's resigning, but he really should retire before he Benoits himself.
He used to have a TON of talent but now his matches have no coherency and he doesn't sell. He doesn't have a legit finish because he's raped them all into meaninglessness. He's borderline bad. Sure some people can be sucked into his matches but to me it's like "wow, same shit, different day". Angle's millions of ankle lock counters we've all seen before is worse than anyone's 5 moves of doom because the 5 moves of doom aren't typically sold as "TEH EPICZZZZZ".
I guess it's good that he's resigning, but he really should retire before he Benoits himself.
Think he's drunk or the pain meds are affecting his brain 
as was evident by his comments of recent, baggign WWE while at the same time saying it's the superior company and post WrestleMania complaining that guys were using "his" finishers, (moves that were used by others well b4 Angle came along i might add) then after sais, oh no that wasn't me my account was hacked supposedly by a family member while i was asleep. Yeah Right LOL
and he's kissed and made up with those he's bagged ROFL.
TNA needs all the help it can get, Kurt contributes in his own way but what he's been in with Jarret is not helpfull and Amazing Red, no way he should be a main eventer if that's what he's pushing at, he's no Rey Mysterio..
Good luck to Kurt whatever he's aiming at.
as was evident by his comments of recent, baggign WWE while at the same time saying it's the superior company and post WrestleMania complaining that guys were using "his" finishers, (moves that were used by others well b4 Angle came along i might add) then after sais, oh no that wasn't me my account was hacked supposedly by a family member while i was asleep. Yeah Right LOLand he's kissed and made up with those he's bagged ROFL.
TNA needs all the help it can get, Kurt contributes in his own way but what he's been in with Jarret is not helpfull and Amazing Red, no way he should be a main eventer if that's what he's pushing at, he's no Rey Mysterio..
Good luck to Kurt whatever he's aiming at.
Dom Nom Nom
Dark Match Jobber
While this is, to be honest, less shocking than Cena resigning with WWE, I have to say that I think this was the best decision for Kurt. He is getting old now, and the reduced schedule will be the difference- especially with the same injury that just forced Edge to retire- between him wrestling himself to a serious injury, or being able to continue his career for longer.
However, as much as I want to see him to continue to wrestle, I feel that he doesn't have long left as an in-ring talent anyway, so I think he does need to branch out into his other fields and props to TNA for helping him with that.
However, as much as I want to see him to continue to wrestle, I feel that he doesn't have long left as an in-ring talent anyway, so I think he does need to branch out into his other fields and props to TNA for helping him with that.
Arsenal 4 life
Frankie <3
So he signs a new deal with TNA ,, then he double crosses and says their the second company , WWE is better. But then crosses again by saying he can make it better and he belives in them? Hmm... i like tna but this like a step back as he got no one else too have a program with , if he went to wwe (which i don't think wwe would even think about) he would programs with jack swagger , del rio , miz he could really put over some talent but no he continues too stay with tna where he has nothing else to do? Oh well.Mustang Sally
Sells seashells by the seashore
You're right, and it could have remained that way had TNA not publicly debased themselves by trying (and failing) to take over the #1 spot with their aborted effort in January, 2010. Without that, TNA would have been representing themselves as you suggested; a small, regional promotion that is a viable alternative to WWE. Instead, their failure was displayed on such a grand scale that it seems to have given the promotion an inferiority complex that it may never overcome.
As for Kurt Angle, I'm with Xfear; he makes it sound as if WWE was willing to take him back. But nothing has changed since the days WWE granted his release; if anything, they've gotten worse, with his arrest a year ago (which he called a "misunderstanding") and his arrest last month (another misunderstanding).
Because of his troubles and his preferences, he'll remain a big-time wrestler working for a small-time promotion. Get 'em, Kurt.
I knew he wasn't going anywhere when he stated that TNA was joining him in a movie deal that he would resign with them. I do believe regardless of what he has done outside of the ring that WWE would bring him in on say a HBK or UT type of Schedule. He could have gone back but felt loyal to TNA because they are backing him in his movie company and food program. I am glad he is happy and I will be happy when this feud with JJ is done and he can get back to actually doing decent programs with the better stars in the co.
Kurt Angle is one of the people who Hogan said would work through injuries, blah blah blah. That is true, but that's because Angle like Hogan and Flair have nothing else and can't hang them up. Kurt Angle is not going to have a long enjoyable life, he is going to be in pain the rest of his life, and if he doesn't give it up soon he will end up in a wheelchair.
TNA has to be the worst enabler of wrestlers addictions, Angle when he first left the WWE should never have been hired by TNA because of his addiction to pain killers, and now with this most recent DUI charge it just makes it look worse
TNA has to be the worst enabler of wrestlers addictions, Angle when he first left the WWE should never have been hired by TNA because of his addiction to pain killers, and now with this most recent DUI charge it just makes it look worse
cant really say im surprised by this. Kurt has said in the past that he wants to retire in TNA and i think that he will. I have always been a fan of his so if this is what he wants, then im happy for him.
Though like already said, he has done pretty much everything in TNA. at this point he should be putting over the younger talent. Maybe a feud with Crimson, or someone else. Not sure who but still, he could really help elevate some of these younger guys
Though like already said, he has done pretty much everything in TNA. at this point he should be putting over the younger talent. Maybe a feud with Crimson, or someone else. Not sure who but still, he could really help elevate some of these younger guys
