So much talent, so few spots

[L@RISANO]

Dolph Ziggler,
Bad News Barrett,
Kofi Kingston,
Alberto Del Rio,
Cody Rhodes,
Goldust,
Ryback,
Damien Sandow,
Curtis Axel,
Big Show,
Mark Henry,
Rey Mysterio,
Sheamus,
Christian.

The above WWE Superstars are currently in some form of limbo or in programmes that are just not the least bit interesting. With Wrestlemania coming up, it is quite possible, that they might well be left with nothing at all to do. It is clear that there is a lot of talent on the Current WWE roster, more than it has been in quite a while.

How would you guys use these Superstars in the lead-up to Wrestlemania and beyond??
Should a Battle Royal of some sort be done, or is it time for the Money in the Bank match to return to Wrestlemania??

 

[HeymanHustler]

With Bad News Barrett, I wouldn't mind if they had him do his "I've got some bad news!" throughout the night like the last ppv and I'm about 90% sure that's what they'll have him do. Since it seems like WWE is more interested in Barrett as a personality than as a wrestler. I say make him the GM of Raw so he can fully cash in on the Bad News gimmick, but that's just me. For WrestleMania, he could show up at least once or twice. Then a legend could come out (maybe Austin or Piper) and say Barrett's being annoying and then kick his ass. It's not a match, but it definitely puts the spotlight on Barrett in a bigger way than putting him in a pre show battle royale.

With Mark Henry, I think he might get inserted in an Intercontinental Title match with Big E and the Real Americans. Henry has no reason to be in the match other than his loose connection with Big E, but I doubt WWE wants three triple threat matches (if we even get the rumored two) so I think these guys could do well in a fatal four way.

Christian and Sheamus are bound to be in some kind of program. They're feud has been showcased for the last few weeks so either they have some tag match (maybe Christian works with Del Rio; Sheamus with Ziggler) or they have some kind of special contest.

If you asked me where Cody and Goldust will be on the card 6 months ago, I would easily have said a one on one contest, but it's not as clear if that's the route they'll go now. They've basically been fizzled out of the spotlight and recent tv outings. No tension has been built between them. But then again, you never know. There's still 5 weeks left til the big show. A lot can happen to build these two up.

As for everyone else, I'm pretty sure they'll have some 30 man Battle Royal. Maybe during the pre show. If I had it my way, I'd have a 10 man Money in the Bank. I know we already have a Money in the Bank ppv, but we also have a Hell in a Cell ppv and that didn't stop Taker and HHH from having that match at WM28. If you need an excuse to why there's need for one, then the Authority can come out and say they want WM XXX to celebrate the best things that make WrestleMania a great event and one of the highlights/ money-makers (considering the Authority's "best for business mentality") of WrestleMania's 21-26 was the Money in the Bank, they decide to bring it back for the night.

 

[rge2010]

I still want Cody vs Goldust. That could still happen but looking less likely.

Sheamus/Ziggler vs Christian/Del Rio may also happen. Although this means absolutely nothing and smacks of desperation.

Maybe have Big Show in Daniel Bryans corner against Triple H - in order to keep Kane at bay.

I would also hold an over the top battle royal to start off with where the last two men get a tag title match against The Usos. Have two very unlikely winners like Ryback and Rey Mysterio tagging.

 

[Softcore Holly]

I would definitely make a over the top battle royal for the IC title, that would cross off most of your list right there. Heck the only people I wouldn't put in there is Cody and Goldust since I would put them in a Fatal 4 Way for the tag titles, although I would probably change that if there really is going to be 2 triple threat matches. I would love a MITB at WM but I don't see it happening, too many big matches and not enough time. A battle royal can be short enough to not eat up a ton of time yet still fun.

 

[LoudClearVoice]

Dolph Ziggler,
Bad News Barrett,
Kofi Kingston,
Alberto Del Rio,
Cody Rhodes,
Goldust,
Ryback,
Damien Sandow,
Curtis Axel,
Big Show,
Mark Henry,
Rey Mysterio,
Sheamus,
Christian.

The above WWE Superstars are currently in some form of limbo or in programmes that are just not the least bit interesting. With Wrestlemania coming up, it is quite possible, that they might well be left with nothing at all to do. It is clear that there is a lot of talent on the Current WWE roster, more than it has been in quite a while.

How would you guys use these Superstars in the lead-up to Wrestlemania and beyond??
Should a Battle Royal of some sort be done, or is it time for the Money in the Bank match to return to Wrestlemania??

In looking at this list, I have to agree with the question you posed. I think they should do some sort of Battle Royal for a title shot down the road OR a MITB match. Hell, it could even be a MITB match for an IC/US title shot. That would mix things up a little and wouldn't impose on the MITB PPV.

 

[Jack-Hammer]

Generally speaking, as far as problems go, having "too much talent" isn't a bad one to have. But, that's simply how it is. The fact that everyone can't be pushed with the result of some talented guys being left out in the cold, so to speak, is an unfortunate fact. I'll also always lead to complaints of some wrestlers not being "used right" or being "held back" by management but, again, that's just how it is.

Dolph Ziggler - The last I heard anything on Ziggler, reportedly, WWE plans to put him into the tag team picture with The Miz since both of them are becoming "frustrated" with their lack of acknowledgement and recognition. At this point, I think it's a good move for them because neither of them are gonna be in the WWE WHC picture anytime soon and neither of them has anything to gain from another mid-card title run right now.

Bad News Barrett - Given that Barrett hasn't wrestled in months, apart from some occasional matches at house shows, it wouldn't surprise me if they put Barrett on commentary. Personally, I think WWE has dropped the ball with Barrett. I think if he hadn't gotten injured prior to WrestleMania a few years ago, he'd be in a different spot altogether. Like Ziggler & Miz, I don't see Barrett in the title scene anytime soon and, frankly, the IC title has been the kiss of death to Barrett's career. If he had a fourth run with the title, I'd expect a meteor to crash through an arena one night and slam right into the poor guy. Personally, I wouldn't mind seeing him & Sheamus form a tag team. I don't know how well Barrett would be as a babyface, but I don't think he'd outright suck at it. A couple of big, burly, babyface brawlers like them could be a nice counter to Harper & Rowan.

Kofi Kingston - A few months back, I read a report saying that WWE planned on changing Kofi's character and that it'd most likely be as a heel. Obviously, that hasn't come to pass though, if accurate, it could mean they've simply decided to wait until sometime after WrestleMania. Kofi needs character change, in my opinion, as he's gone as far as he's going as the happy, smiling babyface guy. I've always thought kofi has untapped potential, we've seen glimpses of it here & there, and a character change MIGHT be what's needed. Otherwise, I suggest teaming him with another high flyer as WWE doesn't really have a team of agile speedsters.

Alberto Del Rio - Del Rio's had his time and it just hasn't worked out nearly to the degree WWE was hoping. Del Rio's damn good inside the ring, something he doesn't get nearly enough credit for among internet fans, but he just hasn't connected with fans in a way that a guy who's been a four time World Champion in WWE should. There are reports of Del Rio returning to Mexico once his current deal with WWE is up. I could honestly see Del Rio as a contender for the IC title, but I think his time of being a dominant guy in the company is over.

Cody Rhodes - Cody Rhodes looks to have been put on the backburner during WrestleMania season. WWE usually puts most of its effort into guys they view as being THE top guys during WrestelMania season. As a result, I think things will pick back up for Cody in the post WM season. Cody's only 28 years and I think the company could use the rest of this year to build Cody up to where he's a title contender sometime next year.

Goldust - Goldust has been great in the ring since his return. He's probably in the best physical shape of his career, he's crisp inside the ring and he & Cody have been an entertaining tag team. Ultimately, however, Goldust's in his mid 40s and I think the best use of him in the long run will be to feud with Cody at some point, put him over and then be given a backstage role. Personally, I think he'd be an excellent trainer in NXT.

Ryback - Ryback was given a strong push but, ultimately, it just didn't happen for several reasons. I think one of those reasons is, allegedly, Ryback's constantly been accused of being reckless and clumsy in the ring. Another is, again reportedly, him acting like a shithead when interacting with fans and with the media. I think that Ryback is another example of Vince not only being interested in big, muscular guys.

Damien Sandow - I honestly don't know what's happened with Sandow. He's been MIA for a while now and it's just difficult to say or even guess what the future holds for him. I've been a fan since his debut and it's a shame to see how far he's fallen.

Curtis Axel - Axel had the misfortune of playing second banana to Paul Heyman during his feud with CM Punk. I knew it'd happen and that's why I was hoping he wouldn't be a part of it. At the same time, however, Axel just doesn't have that elusive it factor. He's solid in the ring, but he has very little in the way of charisma and he's not much to speak of on the mic. His father is someone, in my opinion, that should have been and could have been a main eventer in WWE, but he isn't. I see him firmly as a mid-carder or tag team guy for his entire career in WWE.

Big Show - Big Show's in his 40s and while he's still healthy, there's just no interest in him being a top level guy among fans. His feud with Randy Orton was lousy and while I ultimately enjoyed some elements of his feud with The Authority, it was a good example of schizophrenic booking that Vince sometimes employs. You know, going down one path before suddenly changing his mind halfway through things that can result in chaotic miscasting of wrestlers. At this point in his career, I think that Big Show's better off playing the foil for younger talent on their way up.

Mark Henry - Henry was one of the best acts in wrestling during the second half of 2011. He's very, very believable as an intimidating, monster heel. He gave great interviews and had some of the best matches of his career. I couldn't help but wonder why WWE didn't go down this road with him a decade earlier. Henry's "retirement speech" last year was phenomenal. I don't care what some smarks say, he fooled EVERYBODY and gave one of the most believable promos I've ever seen. Unfortunately for Henry, I think WWE waited too late to utilize him to his full potential because he's been sidelined off & on for the past few years with injury issues. Henry's in his 40s, he's genuinely around 400 pounds, he's been big all his life and has been engaged in serious powerlifting since he was around 10 years old. Factor in his age with his weight and the strain of the wear & tear on his body that lifting those gargantuan weights puts on the muscles, joints & connective tissues over the last 30+ years and you have a guy that's just no longer in his prime. I ultimately see Henry being used to elevate younger and healthier guys.

Rey Mysterio - Nobody's had more issues with injuries over the past 4 or 5 years than Rey Mysterio. Every report I've read suggests that his knees are shot to shit, that's one reason why he's been put into tag matches since his latest return. Mysterio's been wrestling since he was 14 and the lucha libre style has worn out his knees. It's a very fast paced, high impact style after all and that's taken its toll. There was a report out, last month I believe, suggesting that Mysterio may be heading to AAA once his current deal with WWE is out to be part of AAA's new TV show.

Sheamus - I could see Sheamus being part of a tag team or going after one of the mid-card titles before long. I don't see Sheamus being back in the WWE WHC picture anytime soon unless he turns heel.

Christian - Christian's had injury issues for over a year now and, all in all, I think the best role for him is to also ultimately put over younger guys or to return to the tag team picture. I don't see Christian in the WWE WHC picture soon, he has nothing to gain from another run as IC champion, but we haven't seen him in the tag team picture for a while. I think it'd be a cool way for him to ultimately end his run in WWE by coming full circle; going back to where he really first established himself.

 

[JJV]

Including as many talents as possible, here's a match card for Wrestlemania XXX

Christian vs Sheamus (Belfast Brawl)
Christian wins. Sadly, this is the potential match for Sheamus. Dolph Ziggler vs Sheamus could have been a great match, but no time for a good build up.

The Usos vs New Age Outlaws vs Luke Harper & Eric Rowan vs Cody Rhodes & Goldust
Usos pick up the victory pinning the outlaws. Cody vs Goldust should have been on the card, unfortunately there isn't much time for a good build up.

Rey Mysterio vs Alberto Del Rio
Rey wins. This is not necessary, unless WWE decides to give Rey one last WM victory.

Cesaro vs Jack Swagger vs Big E for the IC title
Cesaro wins and later feuds with Big E until Swagger turns on him. Or Big E retains.

Aj Lee vs Tamina Snuka for the Divas title
Aj retains.

Bray Wyatt vs John Cena
Bray wins clean. Cena could talk about his injury as an excuse, but no outside interference should take place during or before the match.

Shield's triple threat for US title
Ambrose or Rollins wins, preferably Ambrose. Reigns should NOT win at WM.

The Undertaker vs Brock Lesnar
Taker wins.

Triple H vs Randy Orton vs Batista vs Daniel Bryan (Fatal 4 way elimination)
Either Orton or Bryan eliminates Batista, then Bryan eliminates Orton and finally eliminates Triple H via submission. This is the only way they can avoid the Orton-Batista match, also Bryan can walk out as champion after beating Triple H and Orton.

What do you guys think?

 

[Ap3x_Pr3dator13]

Triple Threat Match for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship:
Randy Orton (c) vs. Batista vs. Daniel Bryan

Undertaker vs. Brock Lesnar

Daniel Bryan vs. Triple H
(if Bryan wins, he's added to the WWE World Title Match; if Triple H wins, Bryan will NEVER receive another WWE World Title Match)

John Cena vs. Bray Wyatt

Triple Threat Match for the United States Championship:
Dean Ambrose (c) vs. Roman Reigns vs. Seth Rollins

Eight-Man Ladder Match for the Intercontinental Championship OR The Return of the Money in the Bank Ladder Match:
Big E vs. Cesaro vs. Jack Swagger vs. Dolph Ziggler vs. Alberto Del Rio vs. Sheamus vs. Christian vs. Kofi Kingston

Fatal 4-Way Match for the WWE Tag Team Championship:
The Uso's (c) vs. New Age Outlaws vs. Cody Rhodes & Goldust vs. Luke Harper & Erick Rowan

that would be an awesome card and a PERFECT way to fit EVERYONE on the card but I have no idea what Kane, Big Show, Mysterio, Henry, Miz, Axel, Sandow, Fandango, Ryback, Santino will do on the card.

Thoughts?

 

[Pedigree1]

Bad News Barrett, I love Barrett especially I Got Some Bad News! Its classic and Barrett finally is connecting with the audience.. But he hasn't been seen in a ring in months,I can't help but wonder why? Had he not been injured some two years ago,he be in a different spot.. The WWE quite frankly,has dropped the ball big time with this guy!!! Nothing Barrett has done is his fault in this situation!

Kofi Kingston, I read reports that the WWE was planning a sorta character overhaul with him.. Turning him heel i wonder what happened to that. Kofi is an excellent performer,but he needs an character turn! I just think the WWE isn't quite sure on how to make Kofi a true superstar..

Alberto Del Rio, ADR is probably one of the top three performers in the ring the WWE has.. ADR is awesome,and that alone should be enough to warrant multiple WWE WHC title reigns. But he just hasn't connected with the audience like we wanted him too.. He should go back to the aristocrat that smug bastard who drove all those flashy cars,something more of a MDM type character might work with this guy... That wink he does,works.. Since Ricardo left, ADR push has been seriously derailed!

Cody Rhodes, Cody is the gem in the making.. He has the look,the proper size,the in ring ability. But he really hasn't been able to show he has the mic skills. True enough the WWE,does push guys who they feel,are big time around this time of year. Cody has been sorta been put on the back burner,but i suspect that will change post WM season! I look for cody to really breakout this year.

Goldust, Goldie,has been doing his best work ever.. The man is what 45 or so? he is in amazing shape,credit to DDP Yoga im sure... The only thing left for Goldie is to face his brother at WM.. Although it appears less likely to happen,there is still a couple of weeks to go it might happen. Goldie,deserves one last WM appearance.


Ryback,The big guy.. Ryback was given a monster push,a huge one.. Problem with Ryback is he is too reckless in the ring. Next to batista,he really doesn't have any wrestling ability.. Ryback has gone as far as he is going to go.

Damien Sandow, Where the hell did this guy go? He hasn't been seen in quite some time. Is he injured? Did he fail a wellness policy? Damien is awesome a former MITB winner,clearly the WWE feels or felt,they could have pushed this guy to the moon.. He has the mic skills,the in ring ability,but where is he?

Curtis Axel, I like him,but being the late great Curt Hennig's son has hurt his career IMO. Us or some old timers,are expecting him to be at least as good as his dad was. With him,he just isn't that good.. Im sorry but its true. I like the guy,but truth is truth! Had he not been related to Mr Perfect,he could very well be in a different spot.

Big Show, Big Show,has done it all in the wrestling business. He is where he is right now. He wont win anymore titles,He is a HOF!

Mark Henry, WSM,is like the big show.. Although not as accomplished as him,mark henry has done it all.. He is a HOFer,and is quite the ambassador. IMO the unsung hero of the WWE. Injured time and time again,but he keeps getting back up! I hate for him to be sacrificed to mega part-timers,his run as a heel a person who would induct people to the Hall of Pain.. That was his best work.

Rey Mysterio, Rey Rey,needs to retire and or have the WWE force retirement on him.. He clearly cant do it anymore,the man is going to wanna think about this before he cant walk anymore.. Rey Rey is the greatest little man ever,and one of the best of all-time. Continually defied the odds,a two time WHC multiple IC reigns,cruiser weight reigns,tag team reigns.. He just isn't worth the investment IMO.. Rework the deal,sign him to a legends deal,an occassional 619 here and there,if his knees can handle it and a spot on that next HOF WM

Sheamus, All is not lost on Sheamus,but the clock is ticking on him. He is 36 not old but not young anymore.. King Sheamus his run in 2010,was the best ever.. I have never liked this jolly good ol irish man! That is not his character. He is a brute,can really move for someone his size,and is just strong as all hell.. They need to make him a Heel IMO,he shines better that way.

Christian.[/U][/B] Christian,is someone who is weird. One could argue that his reigns were due to Edge.. Christians days of being a champion are over,but a last run with the IC title that is something is not out of the question. Christian has always worked better as a heel,i remember some years ago,when DDP was trying to calm him down. Christian would throw a hissy fit like a toddler every time he lost.. That shit was entertaining.. A last run with the IC title for christian is something not out of the realm IMO! Had christian earlier in his career beefed up a little bit,maybe his body wouldn't have broken down like it has..

Its not a bad thing to have too much of a good thing!

 

[FistoftheMFK]

I like that very much, Ap3x_Pr3dator13. It's funny to me, because I was thinking about an IC ladder match and Fatal Four Way tag title match as a means to get a bunch of guys on the card as well.

The stip for Daniel Bryan vs HHH needs to happen. That match is happening period, but people want Daniel Bryan in the world title match instead. That's how you satisfy everyone. I imagine Kane will be involved in that match so that takes care of him.

I'd take Rowan and Harper out of the tag match. They'll be involved in the Wyatt vs Cena match anyways. I'd put The Real Americans in their spot. One(probably Swagger) causes the team to lose. They split and Cesaro completes face turn at Mania.

I don't expect Punk to come back before Mania. Monday was the best and most likely last chance to do it. I'm assuming Rey Mysterio is injured again.

Shield 3-way looks great. Since Orton and Batista would still be promoted as a singles match, having two 3-way matches isn't bad. I wouldn't complain.

You could put either Mark Henry, Ryback, Curtis Axel, The Miz, Fandango, or Wade Barrett into to the IC title match at Mania. Maybe Henry and Ryback to bring in some power? Maybe have a pre-show 30-man battle royal for a spot in that match as the prize.

I'm not ruling out Christian and Sheamus as a singles match. I could see WWE wanting Sheamus to get a big win at Mania and being above the IC title.

So here we go, a Mania card that should satisfy both the fans and the guys in charge, while getting a bunch of people on the card:

Triple Threat Match for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship:
Randy Orton (c) vs. Batista vs. Daniel Bryan

Undertaker vs. Brock Lesnar

Daniel Bryan vs. Triple H
(if Bryan wins, he's added to the WWE World Title Match; if Triple H wins, Bryan will NEVER receive another WWE World Title Match) [Note: Kane expected to interfere]

John Cena vs. Bray Wyatt [Rowan and Harper expected to interfere]

Triple Threat Match for the United States Championship:
Dean Ambrose (c) vs. Roman Reigns vs. Seth Rollins

Eight-Man Ladder Match for the Intercontinental Championship
Big E vs. Mark Henry vs. Ryback vs. Dolph Ziggler vs. Alberto Del Rio vs. Damien Sandow(or Fandango) vs. The Miz vs. Kofi Kingston

Fatal 4-Way Match for the WWE Tag Team Championship:
The Uso's (c) vs. New Age Outlaws vs. Cody Rhodes & Goldust vs. The Real Americans

Sheamus vs Christian

Divas Championship Match
A.J. Lee (c) vs Natalya(though more likely one of the Bella twins)

Segment
Wade Barrett has some BAD NEWS for Hulk Hogan. Then Hogan feel-good moment ensues

Pre-Show 30 Man Battle Royal (optional: Winner gets into IC Ladder match)
Mix of WWE/NXT guys not announced on the card.

I don't have anything for Big Show, who is probably a priority. Maybe put him on the panel? Loses to the Super Athlete Rusev in his debut match?

 

[beckyh]

I would have the WWE revitalize the tag team division in a strong manner. If a couple of guys are not working a program regularly, get some of them together.

Then come back with a lightweight division. Perfect for guys like Mysterio, Christian, Kofi, etc. Highlight the high flyers.

I would like to see more themed matches as well. Someone mentioned a Belfast Brawl. That's good with Christian and Seamus. There should be a 3 stages of Hell match (like the one Cena and Orton had a couple of years ago), an Iron Man, etc.

Just a few thoughts.

 

[Mongoose McQueen]

Unlike everyone else, I am not going list what I think all of those names should be doing, rather I am going to tell how it is. Of the guys you mentioned, the only guy who deserves a spot on the WrestleMania card is Sheamus. Sheamus is one of the hardest working men in the WWE today and he earns everything or has earned everything he has achieved in the WWE.

Not the everyone is going to get a spot on the grandest stage of 'em all. Certainly, only the ones who have EARNED and proved that they have what it takes to get over and deliver a good match at WrestleMania card. When I think of guys who have earned that right I think about John Cena, Randy Orton, Triple H, Daniel Bryan, Bray Wyatt, all three members of The Shield, Sheamus, Brock Lesnar and The Undertaker.

This is the reality of sports entertainment and unfortunately, only the BEST of the best of the best will ever get a spot on the WrestleMania card.

 

[L@RISANO]

I have made threads about it before;
And I think that Bad News Barrett's character is one that could have been an "I want to punch him in his Stupid Mouth" type heel character, if he was used in the numerous chances they had.
It is no secret that Barrett is good on the mic, he has proven from the time he came onto the scene with the Nexus, thus, this role has been good for his skills, even if he doesn't get into the ring.

Earlier, I said that he could be a great alternative to Kane with the Authority, maybe as the GM type of RAW, with his bad news role, it would have been great at establishing him as a heel.


However, there have been numerous other opportunities which would not have required him to move from his current BNB segments, such as trolling fans by coming out at no.30 in the Royal Rumble, trolling fans on the RAW the night after Royal Rumble, or being used to troll fans with regards to CM Punk.
In the couple of times, he has not been speaking on Random current stuff or insulting people about being stupid/fat, e.g. when he trolled AJ Lee, or the Miz and Brodus...it has been hilarious...doing that with the High-profile guys would have established him Big-Time...


Let's say it had been done and he had become that kind of heel that everyone wanted a piece of, BNB could then have been doing a segment at Mania, with someone like a Big Show/Mark Henry...finally getting tired of him and his podium, and they go and crash one of his segments and bring him down. No need for a match, just the cheers for one of those big guys, who might also not have anything to do at Mania would have been enough to setup a mid-card programme for post-Mania.

Too bad WWE doesn't have time for it,however.

 

[Logisticalbooker86]

Not to change the subject matter of the thread, but this is the exact reason I had reservations about WWE unifying the world titles. I realize with the brand extension being over, two world titles no longer made sense. Still, it kind of leaves a lot of talent swimming against the tide.

As much as I like Kofi Kingston, WWE has made it clear he will not be a consistent main eventer anytime soon. But, if there were still a secondary world title, Kofi would be perfect for a feel good run.

I realize that one world title increases the significance of that title, but with so many mid-card talents flourishing, are there going to be enough accolades to keep egos in check? The main event picture is going to be jam packed following WM 30, so creative will have to be cognizant of allowing talent to maximize potential without offering the same matches every week. Christian and Sheamus are a prime example. WWE has relied a lot on tried and true main eventers in the past several years, that needs to change if this roster is to reach its full potential.

OP, I hope I did not stray too far from the original discussion.

 

[L@RISANO]

Not to change the subject matter of the thread, but this is the exact reason I had reservations about WWE unifying the world titles. I realize with the brand extension being over, two world titles no longer made sense. Still, it kind of leaves a lot of talent swimming against the tide.

As much as I like Kofi Kingston, WWE has made it clear he will not be a consistent main eventer anytime soon. But, if there were still a secondary world title, Kofi would be perfect for a feel good run.

I realize that one world title increases the significance of that title, but with so many mid-card talents flourishing, are there going to be enough accolades to keep egos in check? The main event picture is going to be jam packed following WM 30, so creative will have to be cognizant of allowing talent to maximize potential without offering the same matches every week. Christian and Sheamus are a prime example. WWE has relied a lot on tried and true main eventers in the past several years, that needs to change if this roster is to reach its full potential.

OP, I hope I did not stray too far from the original discussion.

I understand your point with regards to having less titles...but...

Look at it this way; Currently:

The WWE WHC(Randy Orton) is the 4th most important guy in an overlapping feud between Daniel Bryan, HHH and Batista. What exactly is Orton's role, basically the current World champ is playing a minor support role in the Main Event scene.

The IC Champion(Big E) is being used repetitively in the Real American dissension. Again another champion being used in a minor support role in a storyline feud that has nothing much to do with him.

The US Champion(Dean Ambrose)....other than the Open challenge issued a few RAWs ago...when is this title even mentioned?? I wouldn't even be surprised if a Shield Triple Threat is announced, and the US title isn't on the line, that is how unimportant it has become,tbh.

So, as you can see, having more titles would not change anything with regards to some WWE Superstars having something to do. I think that having fresh feuds is the way to go. Maybe teaming guys up who have been significant but have lost their way, as has been reported with Ziggler and the Miz. Fans seem to embrace fresh pairings more readily from everything I have observed.

 

[kadroan]

Not everybody is meant to be on the PPV card. Wrestling at Wrestlemania is a highlight of a career.

I'm sure Barrett will get a segment but its unfortunate that Cody and Sandow may not have a match at Wrestlemania. They both worked hard in 2013 to establish themselves in being more than midcarders