In a scathing critique of the current WWE creative team, former wrestling writer Vince Russo has called for a drastic change in the company’s leadership, suggesting that Triple H and his team need to step aside to allow for fresh perspectives and ideas. Russo, a veteran of the wrestling industry, expressed his dissatisfaction with the current state of WWE programming, specifically citing the recent episode of RAW as an example of the company’s creative stagnation.
Russo’s criticism came after he reviewed the latest episode of RAW, where he felt that the show lacked engaging storylines that would appeal to casual fans. While he did acknowledge that the show featured some good matches, he believed that a weekly TV show needed more to keep viewers invested. “There’s just nothing there for the casual fan to hook onto,” Russo said.
Russo’s comments were not limited to the content of the show alone. He also took aim at the management team overseeing the TV programming, including wrestlers-turned-executives like Shawn Michaels, Michael Hayes, and even Paul Heyman. Russo believed that these individuals were too entrenched in the WWE bubble and had lost touch with the needs and desires of the casual fan.
Russo’s comments come at a time when the WWE is undergoing a significant transformation under the leadership of Triple H, who has taken the reins of the company following Vince McMahon’s departure. The new era, dubbed the “Paul Levesque Era,” has seen a shift in the company’s approach to storytelling and talent management. However, Russo’s comments suggest that more needs to be done to revitalize the company’s creative output.
The former wrestling writer’s comments have sparked a heated debate among wrestling fans, with some agreeing that a change in leadership is necessary, while others believe that the current team is on the right track. One thing is certain, however: the WWE creative team needs to take a hard look at itself and consider the concerns of fans and critics alike.
H/T to Sportskeeda for the transcript of Vince Russo’s comments on Legion of RAW. [Embed YouTube video]
