Oh my goodness, RAW has been brutal.
I take that back. It hasn’t been all that brutal. Just directionless at a time when the ship needs to be steered in a concrete manner. But perhaps, we have found our captain(s) to make it all possible.
The Wyatt Family.
I cannot remember the last time and episode of Monday Night RAW ended with a promo for a debuting character, if ever. Nonetheless, a debut for a wrestler or group of wrestlers far from established on the mainstream circuit, and for a gimmick that may ultimately end up being super controversial. But these are effective promos, that carry intrigue and push. And moreover, they are being constantly mentioned by WWE commentators, making sure the viewer does not lose interest.
This takes me back to an interview with Paul Heyman from a few years back (as mentioned in last week’s column), where he discussed the importance of building the future. Getting the promotion from the established, the reputable and making the young talent feel big. If you do so, they will instantly become legitimate, and be seen as a threat.
This is exactly what these mere mentions have accomplished.
No matter what age you are, chances are, you’re excited for what Bray Wyatt will bring to the table. We have seen him before as Husky Harris, but now is our chance to view him in a gimmick that has created buzz around all of the wrestling world. We will have an opportunity to witness the twisted, unorthodox characters that make up the Wyatt Family, and see how they can hold their own in the ring with the best of them.
Frankly, it’s exciting.
Moreover, we will see Monday night on RAW. Who they feud with is unimportant to me at this point. All that’s important is they are coming. Why? Because the product is, as mentioned, brutal.
Money in the Bank is arguably the most exciting gimmick pay-per-view WWE has right now. Therefore, the event will sell itself in terms of buys, with the intrigue of who will walk away with the prized briefcases being sufficient enough. Each match has its own group of worthy participants, especially the WWE Championship “All-Star” match.
Wyatt’s debut Monday night could hold a key in helping determine the outcome of that one. Though the general consensus from the IWC appears to be that Daniel Bryan will in fact win the briefcase, a Wyatt impact on Monday can open up a realm of possibilities on where to go forward through the summer.
There are two guys in that match that, for me, hold the key to a successful entry into the main stage for the Wyatt Family.
1. Randy Orton
Let’s assume for a second that Randy Orton does not win Money in the Bank. Where does he go from there? Orton has competed with virtually everyone in the WWE circuit today, and many complain of him having grown stale.
Aside from the fact that his gimmick is, quite literally, that he’s a snake, Orton has the ability to add credibility and put over anyone at his own dispense (see what he has done for Daniel Bryan of late). While many have called for Orton to turn heel over the past year or so, a SummerSlam feud with Wyatt would be a huge opportunity to elevate a young talent with legitimate upside.
We have seen Orton feud with semi-factions before, and the aura that we’re getting from the Wyatt promos seems to be something that could fit into a feud with The Viper. He hears voices. Wyatt’s voices are menacing.
Not to mention, the two could undoubtedly go in the ring.
2. Sheamus
The other is Sheamus, though I do not see nearly as much potential in this as I do with the aforementioned Orton. Sheamus, despite the grumblings of some fans, still remains to be one of the most popular workers that WWE has on its roster.
Wyatt is already peaking at being over with much of the older audience, be it through NXT or the hype videos alone. A feud with Sheamus could help Wyatt break into the younger crowd scene, which could help fuel his ascension into heel galore. Though many would not buy into a program as much as one with Orton, Sheamus is a foil who is rarely seen defeated. He already aided in getting The Shield over, and I do believe he could be serviceable in a role here.
Final Thoughts
Regardless of who the feud is with, there is no denying one thing: The Wyatt Family has the potential to add a spark into RAW that we have not seen in some time. Will they be the beginning of the big summer angle that we are so accustomed to? Will they simply wreak havoc for the sake of doing so?
Or will this be an example of organized chaos, something we have not seen since a group that debuted 17 years ago instilled?
Regardless, it’s time to batten down the hatches. They’re coming.
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The Commentary: The Wyatt Family is Coming
BY Wrestling Rumors Team – ON July 8, 2013
Oh my goodness, RAW has been brutal.
I take that back. It hasn’t been all that brutal. Just directionless at a time when the ship needs to be steered in a concrete manner. But perhaps, we have found our captain(s) to make it all possible.
The Wyatt Family.
I cannot remember the last time and episode of Monday Night RAW ended with a promo for a debuting character, if ever. Nonetheless, a debut for a wrestler or group of wrestlers far from established on the mainstream circuit, and for a gimmick that may ultimately end up being super controversial. But these are effective promos, that carry intrigue and push. And moreover, they are being constantly mentioned by WWE commentators, making sure the viewer does not lose interest.
This takes me back to an interview with Paul Heyman from a few years back (as mentioned in last week’s column), where he discussed the importance of building the future. Getting the promotion from the established, the reputable and making the young talent feel big. If you do so, they will instantly become legitimate, and be seen as a threat.
This is exactly what these mere mentions have accomplished.
No matter what age you are, chances are, you’re excited for what Bray Wyatt will bring to the table. We have seen him before as Husky Harris, but now is our chance to view him in a gimmick that has created buzz around all of the wrestling world. We will have an opportunity to witness the twisted, unorthodox characters that make up the Wyatt Family, and see how they can hold their own in the ring with the best of them.
Frankly, it’s exciting.
Moreover, we will see Monday night on RAW. Who they feud with is unimportant to me at this point. All that’s important is they are coming. Why? Because the product is, as mentioned, brutal.
Money in the Bank is arguably the most exciting gimmick pay-per-view WWE has right now. Therefore, the event will sell itself in terms of buys, with the intrigue of who will walk away with the prized briefcases being sufficient enough. Each match has its own group of worthy participants, especially the WWE Championship “All-Star” match.
Wyatt’s debut Monday night could hold a key in helping determine the outcome of that one. Though the general consensus from the IWC appears to be that Daniel Bryan will in fact win the briefcase, a Wyatt impact on Monday can open up a realm of possibilities on where to go forward through the summer.
There are two guys in that match that, for me, hold the key to a successful entry into the main stage for the Wyatt Family.
1. Randy Orton
Let’s assume for a second that Randy Orton does not win Money in the Bank. Where does he go from there? Orton has competed with virtually everyone in the WWE circuit today, and many complain of him having grown stale.
Aside from the fact that his gimmick is, quite literally, that he’s a snake, Orton has the ability to add credibility and put over anyone at his own dispense (see what he has done for Daniel Bryan of late). While many have called for Orton to turn heel over the past year or so, a SummerSlam feud with Wyatt would be a huge opportunity to elevate a young talent with legitimate upside.
We have seen Orton feud with semi-factions before, and the aura that we’re getting from the Wyatt promos seems to be something that could fit into a feud with The Viper. He hears voices. Wyatt’s voices are menacing.
Not to mention, the two could undoubtedly go in the ring.
2. Sheamus
The other is Sheamus, though I do not see nearly as much potential in this as I do with the aforementioned Orton. Sheamus, despite the grumblings of some fans, still remains to be one of the most popular workers that WWE has on its roster.
Wyatt is already peaking at being over with much of the older audience, be it through NXT or the hype videos alone. A feud with Sheamus could help Wyatt break into the younger crowd scene, which could help fuel his ascension into heel galore. Though many would not buy into a program as much as one with Orton, Sheamus is a foil who is rarely seen defeated. He already aided in getting The Shield over, and I do believe he could be serviceable in a role here.
Final Thoughts
Regardless of who the feud is with, there is no denying one thing: The Wyatt Family has the potential to add a spark into RAW that we have not seen in some time. Will they be the beginning of the big summer angle that we are so accustomed to? Will they simply wreak havoc for the sake of doing so?
Or will this be an example of organized chaos, something we have not seen since a group that debuted 17 years ago instilled?
Regardless, it’s time to batten down the hatches. They’re coming.
Follow Jon Alba on Twitter!
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