Which TNA Guys Could Possibly Make It In The WWE?

[BeastFromTheEast]

I can only see a handful of TNA guys being successful in WWE. I feel TNA roster is very bland and consists of performers that seem to be second rate or washed up. My picks would be Crimson, Aries, Morgan, Gunner and knockout Taryn Terell (spelling?) IMO these 5 all have the look and in ring ability to be up to par with WWE talent.

 

[bxbigshow]

Bobby Roode is an obvious choice, he has all the tools already. Mic skills, in ring work, I think if he was introduced as Paul Heyman's new "guy"...instant money.

I feel Matt Morgan is the only guy that Vince would take a "mulligan" on. Bring him over with the Blueprint gimmick...I think it can work.

Angle can return for the short schedule, Hall of Fame, Legends contract stuff. I don't think the "E" sees WWE Titles from him anymore.

Sting only for the Undertaker program. Then see Kurt Angle...

My sleeper pick? Xema Ion, if WWE established a lightweight/crusier division...he has the heelish personality to soar there.

While I love AJ Styles....I think his window has closed, same thing for Samoa Joe.

 

[Dagger Dias]

Several names come to mind from TNA who have a chance at making it if they jumped to WWE whether that be success in a tag team, as a midcard champion, receiving world title pushes, or even making it all the way to the top as WWE or World Heavyweight Champion. A couple of Knockouts could see success as divas too.



Abyss
WWE is always looking for bigger guys to give monster pushes to. The Joseph Park character likely wouldn't do well, he would have to come in as Abyss and Janice should return too.

AJ Styles
He has it all. WWE/World Championship material if given the chance he deserves.

Austin Aries
Like Styles, he too has it all. I don't see him making it as far though. Probably a successful run with either midcard title and then a couple of world title shots that he might ultimately end up losing. I'd love to see him make it to the top, just don't know if the odds would be in his favor.

Bobby Roode
Another TNA wrestler who has all of the needed skills. He'd do great and I can see him winning a world title in WWE if he ever joined.

Christopher Daniels
If he can't even win TNA's World Championship then he certainly won't win WWE's. However, he would fit in great as the king of the midcard or a run with the giant pennies if he brings Kazarian with him in their tag team.

Crimson
Like I said with Abyss, they are always looking for guys to give monster pushes to. They could try Ryback's push from last year again with Crimson, minus pushing him to the world title scene way too soon. I'd want to see that happen and I could see him at the very least getting world title shots.

James Storm
Storm is someone I can see making it all the way to the very top if he joined WWE. He has all of the needed skills and to me is World/WWE Championship material. He might not see as much success as Roode or even Styles, we would just have to see what happens. He has the potential though and more than most from TNA's roster.

Joey Ryan
Probably wouldn't make it any further than the midcard titles, but seeing him in WWE would be highly entertaining just to see his promos with some of WWE's guys alone.

Kazarian
On his own I doubt he'd make it, but he and Daniels could do well in the Tag Team Division. Maybe some midcard title shots if he was by himself.

Madison Rayne
She'd fit in well with the divas and I'd like to see her feuding with either AJ or Natalya. A reign as Divas Champion is not out of the question considering she's better than every diva except for Natalya.

Magnus
Midcard title contender for sure. I'd like to see him get further but I doubt he would in WWE. He'd be a good Intercontinental Champion or US Champion. Those belts need all the help they can get.

Matt Morgan
He's worth another try, although given his previous WWE run, I don't quite like his odds. It would only work if they realized his potential so if that were the case then he could make it in WWE. Another monster push candidate.

Samoa Joe
One of the better candidates for a monster push. I can see him possibly winning the World Heavyweight Championship. A push similar to Mark Henry's Hall of Pain would be wonderful and Joe can pull it off.

Sting
Ok, we all know this is never happening but you can't ignore the appeal of a Wrestlemania match against Undertaker.

Suicide
He could be good for the midcard belts, but they would have to change his name. It's not very PG-friendly. Also, a feud with Sin Cara could be fun.

Velvet Sky
Divas Championship run if she ever joined. She's better than most of the divas roster.




Then we have all of the WWE alumni who have already had lengthy WWE runs that I would not be against seeing return to the federation someday.


Bully Ray
The Bully Ray character would be cool to see in WWE, although the real reason to bring him back is with Devon in the return of a legendary tag team. A run with the giant pennies is all but guaranteed if they came back.

Chavo
A feud with Del Rio could be fun. Maybe an Intercontinental/US Championship run?

Devon
Only if he returns with Ray in their legendary tag team. I have no desire to ever see Devon by himself in WWE.

Hulk Hogan
Say what you want about what he can do in the ring today or lack thereof, but just about anyone would want to see Hogan making a return to WWE for the nostalgia factor alone. Promos only though please, and JUST Hulk himself. NO BROOKE!!!!

Jeff Hardy
He would immediately return to the WWE/World Championship scene. A sequel to the CM Punk feud would be worth looking into, as well as a feud with Cena.

Kurt Angle
Do I even need to explain this choice? Angle would likely be welcomed back with world title pushes. There's plenty of wrestlers in WWE he could have good matches with and it would be a good experience for them to work with him.

Mickie James
A return to the divas division would be good. A lot of today's divas would get a good experience if they got to work with her.

Tara
See Mickie James. Nearly identical reasons to bring Tara/Victoria back.

Taz
A return to announcing, obviously. He's better than what Lawler has turned into over the years.

 

[hardy8778]

I believe that it could be 2 guys Either Magnus or Sting.
Magnus could be repackaged into a monster heel and have him feud with guys like The Miz Wade Barrett as a face Triple H John Cena Randy Orton amd the list goes on and on he cuts very decent to great promos and doesn't dissapoint but like evry one says he could wind up getting wcw treatment.
And theres Sting and that alone stands on its merit i believe that before next years wrestlemaina trips will convince sting to jump ship and face undertaker not only the promos would be amazing but the match itself they say stings past his prime alot but when it matters most he sure as heck delivers and he will on the worlds biggest stage indeed deliver again

 

[hatehabsforever]

I think it pretty much comes down to what you mean when you say "making it" in WWE. Because if expectations are kept realistic and "making it" includes tag team success, mid card titles, and filler feuds devoid of title involvement or main event status , I would think pretty much any wrestler not named Bischoff could make it just fine in WWE and have a lengthy career with considerable success. There's plenty of guys, whether they be former WWE guys or TNA originals, that could do quite well for themselves in the IC or US hunt, the tag team scene, various non title scenarios, or as enhancement talent. There are very few men or women there who could not enjoy considerable success in WWE despite the nonsensical assertion of some that Vince would automatically bury them because they came from elsewhere (a prevalent and unfounded IWC myth).

However, if "making it" means success in the main event or holding one of the major titles in WWE, the list is clearly much shorter. Sting, Kurt Angle, Jeff Hardy, and maybe Bobby Roode (unlikely) are the only guys I could see come to WWE and contend for the major hardware or main event a significant PPV. As good as some of the other guys listed are, I just don't see many of them being at the top of the mountain in WWE. Guys like Styles or Aries or Storm could definitely make it in the mid card program, but they're not even getting a look in in the main event picture of WWE. Lets face it, some of them are struggling to main event in TNA, so I think it is unrealistic to think they are going to come over to WWE and leap frog over so many guys who are ahead of them in the hierarchy of WWE. It would be an interesting development to see some of them come over and try, but outside of the above handful of guys, I simply don't see anyone else from TNA ever being a major player in WWE. And frankly, I think the window is closing and closing quickly for these guys as well.

 

[CanadianDeviant]

With an improved development system, mentors and experience I could see Rob Terry, Crimson and Magnus becoming stars. Velvet Sky would definitely be a solid addition to the women's division.
Backflips won't be enough to get most of the X division stars past the midcard, just look at Sin Cara.

 

[Jack-Hammer]

Off the top of my head, in no particular order, I'd have to say:

Magnus - To me, Magnus is someone who has a damn near infinite upside. At only 26 years of age, Magnus is already a 10 year veteran. That's an aspect Triple H especially likes in guys right now; guys that are still young but who also have accumulated a lot of experience in the business. Magnus also has a great look and has demonstrated, in my eyes, a very solid overall game. Magnus is also one of the very few young guys in TNA that strikes me as someone who can potentially be a long term player.

Bobby Roode - Bobby Roode is someone that's got everything necessary to be a major star in any pro wrestling promotion that's worth working for. He's got the look, the charisma, the mic skills and the in-ring ability. Bobby Roode is someone that I've consistently heard people talk about and wonder why he hasn't gone to WWE. If I had to guess, I'd say that Roode is just simply happy where he is and must make a comfortable living; so there's a lot to be said about that. However, a real downside to Bobby Roode is the fact that he's 36.5 years old, still a young man in life, but not so much in pro wrestling. I'm not sure that WWE would be all that interested in him now because of his age as they're generally all about the long term and one has to realistically imagine that Roode only has a couple of years left in which he's a prime player. That is, if that time hasn't already passed by.

You can also pretty much apply everything said about Roode to James Storm, AJ Styles and Austin Aries in both terms of their overall ability and the potentially negative aspect that all of them are very well into their 30s.

 

[Wrestlefan27]

I truly believe that anyone could make it as long as they put the work in and the creative team doesn't give them total garbage to work with.

What is your definition of "making it"? Is it not getting fired right away? Getting the world title? Getting any title?

There are plenty of guys who never touched gold and had solid and important careers. There's a place for all types. Finding it is the hard part.

 

[thebarber]

Crimson: I have suggested many time before that WWE should sign him whenever the opportunity arises. He could be repackaged and called Calaway, the Undertaker's son. With his look, size and ability, he could be kayfabe believable as being his long lost son. Ted DiBiase could be brought into the storyline, hell the night he debutted on Survivor Series 1990, he could have impregnated somebody, whatever they wanted to do there they could, buit he could be brought out, and slowly be built up to face his father in his final match at Wrestlemania, and the biggest push he could be given is to end the streak. He would be over more in one night then most heels ever got. This would also preserve the Undertakers legacy in WWE, and have a perfect storyoine reasion for him to come back and make appearances here and there to spike interest.

Bobby Roode would be a hit in WWE iof guys like Cena and HHH were not worried about their spots and this guy was booked solidly. He would be a great cocky heel and would match up well agaisnt alot of the top tier babyfaces.

Magnus is huge, has the look. Vince could repackage him and do wonders with him.

Sting obviously for that money match with Undertaker, but this would need to happen sooner than later. I dont realistically see it ever happening, but if the MEM storyline dies out like its last incarnation, a short run in WWE could work well.

 

[d_henderson1810]

Kurt Angle & Jeff Hardy:- These guys could certainly make it, since they have been in the 'E before. When Jeff left, he was white-hot following his feud with C.M. Punk, and, even though Angle has proved to be bat-shit crazy, he would still produce a world-class match. I think, if Angle, came back, he would be on a "Brock-Lesnar" type part-time contract, to keep him from injury.

Robert Roode:- Cert. He looks a heel and carries himself like a superstar. Roode would almost be guaranteed to be picked up by WWE if available, and would even be in the main-event picture at some point.

James Storm:- I could see him being in. He would probably be more a mid-carder, and compete for the IC and/or U.S. Title. He would have to tone down the beer swilling, but the cowboy hat and gimmick could stay.

Bully Ray Dudley-I could see him being a main-eventer, if they use the current BR Dudley in TNA. He has improved his ringwork and stickwork in TNA, and has been a breakout star. Bully Ray v John Cena feud (including Tables Match) -here we come!

AJ Styles-would have to change his name (since WWE already have an AJ). I could see them changing it to "Styles" and a nice touch would be to have Joey Styles manage him. Might be given a run in the mid-card, but I can see WWE running out of ideas for him.

Bad Influence-Could be in as a tag-team, then Kaz will get buried, while they put Daniels in a feud with Daniel Bryan. Daniels may be buried eventually, but would be kept around, due to stickwork and being able to generate heeel heat, as a manager or commentator.

Sting-Won't join, but would love WWE to offer one-night deal to Sting, for massive money, to headline Wrestlemania against the Undertaker, especially if it is Taker's last match.

Austin Aries-Too much on the mike like heel C.M. Punk. Maybe WWE could have him do a feud between Aries and C.M. Punk, now that Punk is face again.

Mr Anderson (KEEEEENNNNNEDDDDY)- Limited value, but could come back by taking out Randy Orton, who he blames for getting him fired from WWE. Also, never had a feud with Cena, so there would be some freshness there.


The Knockouts

Mickie James:- Could come back and be a hit. "Hardcore Country" could be her new gimmick in WWE. Would give cred to an ailing Divas Division.

Tara (Victoria)- Has been in WWE before and had success. She, too, could get a push, since she was over in her previous stint. Works better as a heel IMO.

Velvet Skye- I am surprised that she has never been given a contract, as she is hot, popular with the crowd, and can actually put together a match.

 

[Spack]

I, honestly, can't think of anyone in TNA that I could see getting over in WWE. I would say just about any of them could fill the mid to lower card, but I don't see any of them really having what it takes to main event in the "E".

 

[The Gribbler]

TNA has a few guys that could do well in WWE

Bobby Roode probably the most overall talented guy on the roster of TNA great in the ring and great on the mic defiantly could be a main event guy in WWE

James Storm The cowboy might not be a main event guy but would do well in WWE he is a guy that is great to watch exciting matches.

Okay, overall, I agree on 50% of this. Sting was a given and AJ is interesting, but past he point of making it to the big time.

But these two I am 50% with you on.

Roode, overall would be a fantastic fit. He is everything the WWE likes. A good size, athletic looking, good in the ring good on the mic superstar. HOWEVER, there is a solid chance he would get lost in the shuffle somewhere and end up having IC title feuds with Kofi Kingston the rest of his career.

And Storm... Well all I have to say, is that I give him two months before the WWE decide it would be a great idea to turn the Three Man Band into a quartet.

As for TNA talent that I think would make it. I don't think he has been on the roster for a while, although I do only semi watch the product. But the Pope D'angelo Dinero. I remember seeing bits and pieces of the guy over a few months when they were really letting his gimmick run. And I didn't spend ten seconds bored when he was on the screen. I know he had a run in WWE but come on, his character in TNA was 100x better.

Just My Opinion.

 

[jimmyrave]

If I was WWE and could pick anyone to hire from TNA to be the next MARKETABLE Superstar/Diva. These 5 person would be top of my list based on potential to draw money.

James Storm - this guy is one of the best talker nowadays, really good at conveying emotions and showing passion. Imagine how over he would be with the right gimmick in WWE

Velvet Sky - Would get over with the male audience for obvious reasons.

Bully Ray - he would fit right in for feuds against CM Punk, John Cena and HHH. Plus it would feel fresh because he never wrestled much as a single guy in WWE.

Jeff Hardy - Just because he is viewed as 'Cool' by young fans, imagine how fast he would move merchandise

Sting - for the obvious money match against Undertaker.

 

[MCMG]

Bobby Roode, James Storm, AJ Styles, Kurt Angle, Sting, Samoa Joe and Jeff Hardy are the obvious names that would work well in the WWE. A mix between talent in the ring, on the mic and drawing power is evident in this particular list.

There is plenty of talent in TNA but many are criminally underused.

For me, Hernandez is someone who could really do well in the WWE. He is a big guy with great strength and agility. It is a great mix that would help make him a top star in the WWE - I'm certain of that.

Matt Morgan is another guy who, with the right booking, could be a big star. He has already been in the WWE but that could be used in a story-line because he is doing very little in TNA.

Kenny King is someone who I have been very impressed with. While I don't think he would ever be in the main-event of the WWE (although that is where I fell he should be in TNA) I do think he could be very solid mid-carder. His matches are very entertaining and he has been involved in some very good promos.

 

[MWRedskins]

there were some of these TNA guys who had matches in WWE, just on smaller shows...for example Bobby Roode, now who can make it in WWE...well anyone who could draw money including Roode, Storm, Joe, Aries, Styles, Daniels and others. i think Aries would be very interesting in WWE in a feud with Punk and Bryan both. Joe of course would be a great monster heel and a feud with Punk and Bryan also would be a fan's dream, but like i said, anyone who WWE feels will draw money could make it in WWE.

 

[JoeyJoeJoe]

I could see Kurt Angle coming back for a tour of the WWE, particularly now that the WWE is much more amenable to guys working massively reduced schedules.

Pure original TNA guys: the only one that I've seen work in the ring and think would have a good chance is Roode.

Crimson and Morgan both have the right look, but I can't speak to how they move in the ring, or whether they can cut promos.

I've got the sneaking suspicion that Daniels, Styles, and Samoa Joe would be about as successful as Jerry Lynn was in the WWE.

 

[JustAnotherJames]

I'm sure I hold the same views as many others but I'd say James Storm, Roode, AJ Styles and as much as I don't like him but Austin Aries. All of them have the ability and mic skills (perhaps not AJ on that part) to make it in the WWE and bring something that's there own to the big leagues.

 

[newwaveknight]

Mr Anderson (KEEEEENNNNNEDDDDY)- Limited value, but could come back by taking out Randy Orton, who he blames for getting him fired from WWE. Also, never had a feud with Cena, so there would be some freshness there.

I disagree with that "limited value" remark. I think that he was HEAVILY underused in the WWE and is one of those people that, even when playing heel, has enough charisma and personality to make you cheer him on anyway (or maybe I'm just an Anderson mark).

 

[The Eighties]

Dagger's post pretty much covers everything, I mean making it in WWE doesn't require being the WWE Champion or even WHC. Guys like Bad Influence for instance wouldn't get a sniff of the main singles belts but both would be huge mid-card assets.

A guy like Magnus still needs developing but the tools are there to craft a star. Kenny King is a bit lightweight and spotty but that can be worked out of him. He's good on the mic and carries himself well to the point where I could see him at least being a US or IC champion.

I know the general consensus is that Joe's chance has passed but I think the bulk of the WWE's audience wont know him and that would be to his benefit. Bring him in as a Samoan badass like he was in ROH and I think he would get over.

I feel Roode and Aries could make to the main event in WWE, Aries massive talent would overcome his size. AJ Styles would do well but his promo skills might be an issue as far as getting to the very top goes. Bully is a guy I could see being used in the upper mid-card to get new faces over, and Storm would certainly be a good addition to the IC/US title scene.

The matches might not be very good as I think he's past it but Sting would have no problem coming in and selling PPV's vs Taker and Cena.

 

[Solstice]

Jesse Sorensen I think would fit in the WWE, he's got that "WWE look".

 

[Olly]

Not much to add about any of the guys mentioned above. One guy I don't think anyone's mentioned - and he's not in TNA at the moment, but I still think of him as a TNA guy - is Jay Lethal. I guess Black Machismo wouldn't fly any more (a shame because I think it could have been MASSIVE in the E) but why not go with the Black Naitch thing he had for a while? That promo he did with Flair was absolutely magnificent and they could put him in a programme with Miz, just let Lethal go crazy with his impressions. And after that, the sky's the limit, he's a great wrestler with acres and acres of charisma, he's naturally funny, there's no angle he couldn't make a success if WWE just gave him a shot.