[Official] Anonymous GM Discussion Thread

[a0161613]

There is no way it is Austin. There has been rumours about Rock doing it for months now but that doesn't seem to be happening either. He wouldn't do it for more than one night anyway.

It's not Shane or Stephanie or Vince, so I assume it's an injured or absent superstar. Using the catchphrases of a future HOFer is a way to give the angle credibility but there's no way it will give it success in the end.

I kinda expect WWE to screw it up in some way. If it was Cole then they will have done so. Michael Cole is only interesting & "talented" when he has Vince screaming lines in his ear.

 

[The Doctor]

Vickie Guerrero level is stretching it Doc.

Is it, though? Every time he gets up to read from the podium, he gets booed like mad. He got Daniel Bryan over just by ranting at him, and Daniel Bryan was cheered heavily when he punched Cole. In all the fan reports you hear of Cole coming out to massive boos. Cole can work a crowd and cut a promo, as evidenced by his rant against Daniel Bryan, and his reading of the GM emails.

I don't think it's stretching it. Cole just needs to capitalize on what's already there.

 

[The Doctor]

Michael Cole is only interesting & "talented" when he has Vince screaming lines in his ear.

WROOOOOOOOOONG. Have you even been paying attention during NXT? Specifically, did you pay attention during last season of NXT? Not only did he become extremely entertaining as a heel commentator, he did an awesome promo against Daniel Bryan, saying he has no heart.

Here's the promo in question:



Listen to that heat, and listen to that promo.

Cole has also done extremely well reading the GM emails. He's interesting when he's playing a heel, and he would be great as the GM.

 

[Ferbian]

Is it, though? Every time he gets up to read from the podium, he gets booed like mad. He got Daniel Bryan over just by ranting at him, and Daniel Bryan was cheered heavily when he punched Cole. In all the fan reports you hear of Cole coming out to massive boos. Cole can work a crowd and cut a promo, as evidenced by his rant against Daniel Bryan, and his reading of the GM emails.

I don't think it's stretching it. Cole just needs to capitalize on what's already there.

Sure he gets heat when he gets up. But Vickie Guerrero gets heat dude. I think Vickie gets it at a level very. And I really mean very few people could truly reach.

But then again. There's nothing revealed yet. It could be Cole, and I could be proved wrong about whether he gets a reaction like, or bigger than Vickie. It is all something that is yet to be revealed. And for the most of it I truly think that the reason Cole gets heat, and Bryan got face reaction was because Bryan has gotten over rather easily. And Cole has always been seen as boring by a lot of people.

So for now I'll leave it at being a stretch. But there's potential, every single person in the world has potential to get as hated as Vickie. It's all about using the potential right.

 

[The People's Peep]

I really would not mind if Cole was the GM. Actually, I think it would be very enjoyable. He is surprisingly good on the mic and he is drawing heat just reading e-mails.

I have to agree with Ferbie though and say the Vickie Guerrero level is stretching it. I dont think I have heard anyone get more heat than I have heard Vickie get. The boos are almost deafening at times. I dont know if Cole can do that. Maybe we shouldnt even be comparing the two. Vickie is one weird exception. If you take out Vickie, Cole would be up there in heat. If he was announced to be the GM next week, it would be a very good move.

But my problem with making him the GM is filling his place at the announcer's table. I'm not too worried about filling his place on RAW, but I would hate to see him leave the table on NXT. I love listening to him and Mathews bicker back and forth. Is making him the GM worth taking him away from the announcer's table?

 

[Notorious718]

After last night's Raw, I think the popular choice would be Stone Cold Steve Austin. However, my gut tells me that it is just a ploy to catch the fans off guard. I personally think Michael Cole is the GM and is merely reading emails that he typed himself. I think he would play a good heel GM and it would be a lot better than listening to his abysmal commentary IMO. Just my two cents.

 

[LitasRevenge79]

I agree. I think all these Stone Cold sayings are just a red herring to throw people off. Depending on how long they will drag out the mystery of who the new GM is, it could be something to where they have different saying each week from past WWE superstars. Do know this WWE where the motto of one of their shows is 'Expect Everything' LOL

 

[closet_fan]

I agree. I think all these Stone Cold sayings are just a red herring to throw people off. Depending on how long they will drag out the mystery of who the new GM is, it could be something to where they have different saying each week from past WWE superstars. Do know this WWE where the motto of one of their shows is 'Expect Everything' LOL

exactly, i expect a "know your role....." comment next week. i'd be very surprised if they continue to use the austin idea.

 

[whatjusthappened]

exactly, i expect a "know your role....." comment next week. i'd be very surprised if they continue to use the austin idea.

signed in to post this.

It's a swerve and I'm thinking within the next few weeks, famous catchphrases like...

1. "...and if you're not down with that..."
2. "...if you smell..."
etc, etc.

...will be said. but they will probably give the Stone Cold ones a week or two more, just to keep the fans hoping and then guessing.

 

[MissCG]

I agree it`s most likely a diversion to throw us off. I don`t think WWE would make it so obvious. I mean, in storyline terms at least, this GM is keeping themselves anonymous. Why would THEY then do something to make it so obvious? Secondly,despite the catchphrases, I really don`t think it`s Stone Cold. He would not hide behind a computer and things like trying to have Cena and Barrett call a "truce" don`t really seem like him either. I would not be shocked if they start using other catchphrases too. What do you think are the odds we`ll hear "smell what the GM is cooking?"

 

[Big Nick Dudley]

There is no way it is Austin.

Agreed.

There has been rumours about Rock doing it for months now but that doesn't seem to be happening either. He wouldn't do it for more than one night anyway.

Actually, from what I have read, he has said he would want it to mean something, and be for more than just one night. Not a match, but a meaningful role.

It's not Shane or Stephanie or Vince, so I assume it's an injured or absent superstar.

Actually, I think it's quite possible that the WWE doesn't know exactly who it is either. I am sure they have someone in place, but they can change it up at the drop of a hat. It's obviously not Vince, not after the beating they gave him and everything else that was said that night. Probably not Shane either, he would probably just show up, and not run things through e-mail (like Austin).

But Stephanie is still possible. I don't think she's likely, but not completely out of the running. She is pregnant, so that leads me to believe the WWE didn't have her in mind when starting this angle. But, if they want to throw us off track, as they have before, they easily explain the whole situation. And her being pregnant (non-kayfabe) is a great reason for her running things via the internet. I don't think it's likely, but always possible.

Using the catchphrases of a future HOFer is a way to give the angle credibility but there's no way it will give it success in the end.

Agreed. I don't really like what they're doing, trying to throw us off. Indirectly teasing us with Steve Austin will only turn it into a letdown when it isn't.

I kinda expect WWE to screw it up in some way. If it was Cole then they will have done so. Michael Cole is only interesting & "talented" when he has Vince screaming lines in his ear.

Really? I think that's when he is at his absolute worst. As a play-by-play guy, for the last ten years, he has sucked major ass. And as time has passed, and Vince is more and more in his ear, Cole has only gotten worse. The things Cole did on NXT were the most entertaining things he has done... ever. Hey, if it gets him off of commentary, I don't care what he does.

 

[Bobby B]

The only person right now I think I'd be happy with would be HBK. Sure he's a face (and I've said before it should be a heel) but you can't force these things.

WWE's main problem is that they don't know. Right now they have absolutely no idea who the GM will be. Abe Washington is the backup, but WWE know that it'd be the lamest reveal ever if it came to that.

Right now, the idea of Cole is growing on me - albeit very slowly.

 

[Super Crazy]

The only person right now I think I'd be happy with would be HBK. Sure he's a face (and I've said before it should be a heel) but you can't force these things.

HBK won't be back in the WWE any time soon for any sort of role. He wants to be at home with family. Although it'd be nice to see HBK come back and we know he can handle the role as he's been the commissioner before, it won't be him.

WWE's main problem is that they don't know. Right now they have absolutely no idea who the GM will be. Abe Washington is the backup, but WWE know that it'd be the lamest reveal ever if it came to that.

I think the WWE do know and have choices in mind, it just all ties in to the storylines to have the GM be anonymous right now. I think if we were to see an authority figure, we'd just see the same consistent bullying of the GM, and I'm enjoying the anonymity of it all.

Right now, the idea of Cole is growing on me - albeit very slowly.

Cole would be great for it. He gets tons of heat from the crowd, and right now it only seems to make sense that it be him. He'd be excellent in the General Manager role, although Abraham Washington would be a good choice too, as it would help him get on tv again and build his character and maybe eventually get him in a ring.

 

[Mitch Henessey]

I just can't believe it's Stone Cold Steve Austin....I just can't. There's no way WWE would give away a big name like Stone Cold so easily. I mean seriously, who couldn't figure out the hints last night? "And that's the bottom line because the GM said SO!" or how about "give me a hell yeah!". Come on, WWE wouldn't give away Austin that easily. Also, I think there's no chance in hell it's HBK. Even if this angle is dragged out a little longer(in order to give HBK a longer break) I still don't believe he will be returning to the WWE. He seems like one of the very few pro wrestlers who is happy with being retired.

I have no clue who the GM is, but I just hope it's not a big let down, because the stakes are constantly being raised as far as intrigue and mystery go.

 

[shattered dreams]

So you guys really think it is a good move if they hype up this GM situation, tease a bunch of big names and then reveal the leader of raw and likely a group of guys struggling for credibility is Cole? WWE standards must have dropped even further then I used to think they had. I think IWC people would love it but if I am average joe raw viewer I would be like this is what they have been building to? Are you kidding me? Then they have to find a new play by play guy which is a much harder job then anyone admits. Sure Cole is not what I would call good at it but he can at least do it which most cannot. Cole could be in on it but to have him be the culmination of this storyline would be a poor choice IMO. There just is not enough to gain by putting Cole in that role to do it. He is already over as a heel and he does not have enough anything else to enhance the story. You really think people are going to tune in to see Michael Cole lead 7 guys that people care about 1.5 of as the biggest story on raw?

 

[LitasRevenge79]

The sad thing is that early rumblings on the rumor mill is that its Abraham Washington. I'm like In all honesty, I really don't see what he can bring to the table creatively on RAW that he didn't on ECW. My only thought is that, if you're going to keep drawing people out with this HUGE conspiracy theory/invasion shtick, you may want to make it someone so huge that everyone would just crap their pants in disbelief when its revealed. The only way I could see it happening to completely throw everyone off, would be to have it be Undertaker. Now I know people are saying "But why..didn't he get beat up and put in a coma?" But if people start just going with it, he could be the one to save Raw/WWE from this band of heathens. The only way to fight hellcats is with a hellcat. I know that is going out on a limb. Even if he isn't physically 100%, his wrath could still be felt by imposing his will on those around. If you consider how he tortured La Familia for banning his Hell's Gate. I almost say that would be my way to end this 'Who Dun It?' mystery with the GM

 

[WWE.IS.AWESOME]

ok well if u watched the most recent monday night raw, you will have noticed that the mystery GM sent in some more e-mails and he was talking a LOT like "Stone Cold" Steve Austin.... and this is exactly why i think it's NOT him.

As much as i would love this, the WWE is smarter than this and wouldn't make it so obvious. This is another case of the WWE toying with us and making us THINK its stone cold but in reality they are just trying to get more viewers.

The WWE is trying to make us believe its stone cold so all the stone cold and wwf fans start watching in hope that one of their favorite wrestlers of all time returns. But of course this is just my opinion and im not looking to fight with anyone.

P.S- PLEASE REMEBER THIS IS MY VERY FIRST POST SO IF I DID SOMETHING WRONG OR VIOLATED ANYTHING THEN PLEASE LET ME KNOW.

Anyways, here are some names that i would either like/think is the GM.

The Rock - This would be amazing IMO. I love the rock and think he could really shake up the WWE.

Triple H - This is a great way for him to return and he could be the new GM and also be revealed as the leader of nexus so he could turn heel in the process. This would also give nexus a giant advantage and a great way to keep the angle rolling.

Stephanie McMahon - This one is a LONG shot but hey i just would love to see her return to the WWE. I think shes great at keeping charge and she could also return along side of Triple H... making Both ppl return to the company.

This is just my opinion

 

[Hazardous]

well, if it is Washington, then the E just blew the biggest storyline of the year, i always changed the channel when watching ECW and he was on, the crowd hated him too, and not like "you're an asshole" type heat, more like "you're boring as hell to watch!" heat. and i almost believed the michael cole one too, but no, i dont think he would be taken out of the announce table right now. HHH? would be pretty cool to watch, but if sheamus took him out, and he's the "top heel" (pains me to say) on RAW, why just drop all that and make hunter one also? would leave too many questions. Steph is a for sure no, she's been running a lot more behind the scene's stuff since her mom left, and is preggers again (whats this the 4th time in like 5 years now??) im still sticking with my pic of J.R. which on it's own is a long shot, and the odds are stacked highly against it, but he does want back on TV, and in the GM spot, doesnt exactly HAAAVE to be there every monday, right now it's emails, next could be "Via Satellite" the occasional appearance here and there. he really never went into detail about his "new role" in the WWE. and god it'd be good to see him back on TV, RAW aint been the same since he left for smackdown.

 

[Bobby B]

Right now there is one thing that WWE need to do. Go to TNA, and make Eric Bischoff an offer he can't refuse. It's been done before, but right now I can't think of anyone in the wrestling business that fits the role of the GM that RAW need.

He eclipses all of the other people suggested, and he fits the role better than any other realistic choice.

God I miss the Bischoff as GM days...

 

[BLACKIELAWLESS]

I just had an epiphany! It's Psycho Sid, Ole Anderson, Macho Man and Jake Roberts behind the NXT revolution!!!!

Haha okay I've said my piece and now I've had my fun. I'll check back tomorrow and see where this conversation goes. My first discussion and I'm posting like crazy.

Go for it WZers!

This is the WWE, the names that you threw out would be too much of a surprise.WWE don't do surprises anymore.

I am really rooting for Austin.It would be fun again with him.And that's the bottom line because the GM said so.They can't put that on Raw last Monday and then disappoint.Can they?

 

[BLACKIELAWLESS]

Right now there is one thing that WWE need to do. Go to TNA, and make Eric Bischoff an offer he can't refuse. It's been done before, but right now I can't think of anyone in the wrestling business that fits the role of the GM that RAW need.

He eclipses all of the other people suggested, and he fits the role better than any other realistic choice.

God I miss the Bischoff as GM days...

Bischoff are you serious.That's your opinion and i respect it but he was terrible from what i remember.I don't enjoy the heels/babyfaces running the show.I like someone who is neutral.jmo

 

[Bobby B]

Bischoff are you serious.That's your opinion and i respect it but he was terrible from what i remember.I don't enjoy the heels/babyfaces running the show.I like someone who is neutral.jmo

Bischoff spearheaded some great moments as Raw General Manager. Now I only started watching WWE properly (when I got the channel in the UK) in 2005. So I only caught the latter end of him as GM, but I've read a lot more and he's been the best manager on Raw.

Face GM's suffer after a while - Teddy Long (ok he's involved in a very good storyline right now with Drew McIntyre) but on the whole they get stale. Heel GM's are brilliant.

One fued I remember was Bischoff as Raw GM in 2005 in Jericho's corner against John Cena - that for me was great television. I want that back, and I can't think of anyone who could come in with his impact and play the heel role:

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And yes - for anyone who's seen my thread on the main page - I've just worked out how to embed Youtube videos!

 

[BLACKIELAWLESS]

ok well if u watched the most recent monday night raw, you will have noticed that the mystery GM sent in some more e-mails and he was talking a LOT like "Stone Cold" Steve Austin.... and this is exactly why i think it's NOT him.

As much as i would love this, the WWE is smarter than this and wouldn't make it so obvious. This is another case of the WWE toying with us and making us THINK its stone cold but in reality they are just trying to get more viewers.

The WWE is trying to make us believe its stone cold so all the stone cold and wwf fans start watching in hope that one of their favorite wrestlers of all time returns. But of course this is just my opinion and im not looking to fight with anyone.

P.S- PLEASE REMEBER THIS IS MY VERY FIRST POST SO IF I DID SOMETHING WRONG OR VIOLATED ANYTHING THEN PLEASE LET ME KNOW.

Anyways, here are some names that i would either like/think is the GM.

The Rock - This would be amazing IMO. I love the rock and think he could really shake up the WWE.

Triple H - This is a great way for him to return and he could be the new GM and also be revealed as the leader of nexus so he could turn heel in the process. This would also give nexus a giant advantage and a great way to keep the angle rolling.

Stephanie McMahon - This one is a LONG shot but hey i just would love to see her return to the WWE. I think shes great at keeping charge and she could also return along side of Triple H... making Both ppl return to the company.

This is just my opinion

Great 1st post.Just 1 mistake the WWE is that obvious.SCSA will probably be Gm because of that fact and the fact that he will sell tickets.I wonder if he will drive the 4 wheeler and have the little sheriff Austin star.I'm getting antsy WWE better not disappoint.

Btw i like your idea about HHH coming back to that role.

 

[The Vintage One]

Great 1st post.Just 1 mistake the WWE is that obvious.SCSA will probably be Gm because of that fact and the fact that he will sell tickets.I wonder if he will drive the 4 wheeler and have the little sheriff Austin star.I'm getting antsy WWE better not disappoint.

Btw i like your idea about HHH coming back to that role.

Stev Austin will not be the general manager of Monday Night Raw, as he already said that his gimmick does not work in the PG era and that he doesn't seem himself entering the WWE ring again for a while.

Also, it is too obvious if they use his lines, and name him the general manager. That would be no point at all, of him being anonymous. Whoever it is, is just playing fun with the WWE Universe, and next week we might hear another legend's catchphrases.

I personally believe it is Abraham Washington, as he was a front runner for the first time the job became available but Bret Hart got it over him. Abraham loves to have fun at the audience's expense, and he is a great talker and fits the role perfectly, as he did something similar in FCW.

 

[Heartbreak_Kid_707]

I dont really remember this Washing ton guy...

And remember this is just my second post, so like he posted above, i dont wanna offend anyone, just join a great crowd...

But i agree WWE is that obvious and if it SCSA, you think we could see the end of the pg era?