WWE SmackDown Discussion II

jakecronus8 · Post #1601 » by **jakecronus8** » Wed May 13, 2020 5:52 am

I wonder how much time Zayn has left on his deal. Feels like we’ve seen the last of him in wwe

tugs · Post #1602 » by **tugs** » Wed May 13, 2020 11:05 am

I'm excited for the tournament though. Not sure how the bracket would be but I'm assuming the following will participate:

Shinsuke Nakamura
Antonio Cesaro
Sheamus
Jeff Hardy
Shorty G
King Corbin
Robert Roode
Dolph Ziggler
Elias Samson
Baron Corbin
Daniel Bryan
Drew Gulak

Man I'd go with anyone there that pool is so deep. Can't see anyone jobbing for someone to advance to the tournament.

Keep it with the Artist Collective though. I want Cesaro to win. Or Jeff, before his last push in the main event scene.

JohnPferdelack · Post #1603 » by **JohnPferdelack** » Thu May 14, 2020 1:07 am

jakecronus8 wrote:I wonder how much time Zayn has left on his deal. Feels like we’ve seen the last of him in wwe

And this decision made by WWE is another factor not to sign a new deal...

Post #1604 » by **Ruzious** » Thu May 14, 2020 12:46 pm

jakecronus8 wrote:I wonder how much time Zayn has left on his deal. Feels like we’ve seen the last of him in wwe

It could be physical problems that are the biggest issue as to whether or not he wrestles in WWE. He's had lots of injuries - particularly with his shoulders.

jakecronus8 · Post #1605 » by **jakecronus8** » Thu May 14, 2020 1:50 pm

Ruzious wrote:
jakecronus8 wrote:I wonder how much time Zayn has left on his deal. Feels like we’ve seen the last of him in wwe

It could be physical problems that are the biggest issue as to whether or not he wrestles in WWE. He's had lots of injuries - particularly with his shoulders.

I’ve read that there’s reports that he’s difficult to deal with backstage, which is pretty much code for him not being a zombie yes man with management.

iMoreland · Post #1606 » by **iMoreland** » Sat May 16, 2020 2:24 am

When did Sonya Deville get so good at cutting promos? The Mandy/Sonya story is one of the best things going right now.

Also, that Forgotten Sons promo was great as well. Being American soldiers expected to be showered with praise when they return, but instead are met with indifference when told they still have to earn respect in the real world. Pretty real gimmick.

JohnPferdelack · Post #1607 » by **JohnPferdelack** » Sun May 17, 2020 1:18 am

Drew Gulak is gone!

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The_Brecht · Post #1608 » by **The_Brecht** » Sun May 17, 2020 8:55 am

JohnPferdelack wrote:Drew Gulak is gone!

Tbf, the program with Bryan was a great run to go out with.

JohnPferdelack · Post #1609 » by **JohnPferdelack** » Sun May 17, 2020 6:53 pm

Yes, this decision was very surprising. But he is a better wrestler on the free agent market, so he will surely get a new employer (e.g. NJPW or AEW).

Post #1610 » by **Ruzious** » Mon May 18, 2020 1:20 pm

The_Brecht wrote:
JohnPferdelack wrote:Drew Gulak is gone!

Tbf, the program with Bryan was a great run to go out with.

Yeah, I think that dramatically increased his value in the industry. He went from cruiserweight specialist to legit star with potential for even more growth. Good for Drew.

JohnPferdelack · Post #1611 » by **JohnPferdelack** » Mon May 18, 2020 3:10 pm

No he is gone, he is only the "training partner"

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Post #1612 » by **Ruzious** » Mon May 18, 2020 5:33 pm

There's probably a bunch of WWE rasslers who'd love to take over the role of being Bryan's "training partner". It'd sure be a step up in gimmicks for Chad Gable - hint to WWE - you owe him.

Spens1 · Post #1613 » by **Spens1** » Tue May 19, 2020 1:40 am

Its so weird honestly. double a developmental deal is still not that much in the grand scheme of things, especially for a guy appearing on TV every week. I don't think its exactly ridiculous to request that given that the talent have to pay for travel and all other associated expenses.

I think what he's requesting would still put him towards the bottom end of the main roster pay.

Either way Gulak should be fine, even if he doesn't end up in AEW (cause i doubt he does, then again they hired Hager and Spears and Gulak is much better than either), i could see him making decent money in the NWA or even Impact. Its a shame he can't really go overseas cause he'd fit very well with either NOAH or New Japan.

JohnPferdelack · Post #1614 » by **JohnPferdelack** » Thu May 21, 2020 12:24 am

jakecronus8 wrote:
Ruzious wrote:
jakecronus8 wrote:I wonder how much time Zayn has left on his deal. Feels like we’ve seen the last of him in wwe

It could be physical problems that are the biggest issue as to whether or not he wrestles in WWE. He's had lots of injuries - particularly with his shoulders.

I’ve read that there’s reports that he’s difficult to deal with backstage, which is pretty much code for him not being a zombie yes man with management.

maybe he is forcing his expulsion.

iMoreland · Post #1615 » by **iMoreland** » Sat May 23, 2020 12:26 am

Michael Cole said the AJ was traded to SmackDown for superstars to be named later. Glad they went with a trade for the reason he's there instead of the stupid invitation crap.

JohnPferdelack · Post #1616 » by **JohnPferdelack** » Sat May 23, 2020 12:29 am

only because of that tournament?
is he now face? nakamura is already heel?

tugs · Post #1617 » by **tugs** » Sat May 23, 2020 4:30 am

Hardy vs Styles in WWE for the IC title!

Post #1618 » by **Ruzious** » Sat May 23, 2020 4:47 am

tugs wrote:Hardy vs Styles in WWE for the IC title!

Which sounds 100 times better than Styles vs Sheamus. Good decision by WWE.

JohnPferdelack · Post #1619 » by **JohnPferdelack** » Sat May 23, 2020 7:21 am

Great comeback for sheamus!

iMoreland · Post #1620 » by **iMoreland** » Tue May 26, 2020 7:20 am

Spoiler: