Jim Ross meets with TNA officials

[Double J]

Partial Source: Prowrestling.net

Jim Ross met with TNA officials earlier this month. Multiple sources indicate that the meeting was held in Texas and included Ross, TNA president Dixie Carter, and her father Bob Carter.

Buzz amongst TNA sources is that Ross was not open to solely being a play-by-play announcer for the company. Rather, he expressed more interest in playing a general manager type role where he would help shape the TNA roster and office staff structure among other duties.

The feeling coming out of the meeting was that Ross was not interested in committing to TNA and is looking for work outside professional wrestling should he not strike a new deal with World Wrestling Entertainment. He has a number of projects in the works including book deals and speaking engagements. His latest contract extension with WWE expires on Apr. 30.

Ross has also spoken with HDNet officials regarding a potential deal that would have him call MMA events and United Football League games. Though calling Ring of Honor could potentially be part of the deal, the focus appears to be on MMA and football at this time.

There is still a chance Ross could re-sign a long term deal with WWE or work out another short-term agreement. TNA sources do not believe there is a non-compete attached to his current deal with WWE, meaning he could theoretically work for TNA or HDNet as soon as his contract expires. However, it does not appear that a deal is imminent with either organization.

Wonder how he and Bischoff would do together...

 

[Klide]

Ross on HDNet calling MMA fights? What a slobber knocker!

 

[gatesoftanhauser]

Here's my question: Has JR been inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame yet?

 

[MizMasta3000]

I cannot believe this. I knew Vince was giving him the piss but I've always considered J.R. a WWE "Lifer" similar to Undertaker, HBK, HHH, etc, The guys that wouldn't turn their back on WWE no matter what. On the other hand, I miss J.R.'s voice (no homo)

 

[Hometown Kid]

Here's my question: Has JR been inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame yet?

Yes. In '06 I think.

Anyway, this kinda sucks because he would have been perfect for what he wanted to do in TNA. I wish they would sign him...

 

[JurassicBonez]

Wasn't Ross in charge of scouting new guys when they picked up Cena, Orton, and Lesnar?

 

[Double J]

Wasn't Ross in charge of scouting new guys when they picked up Cena, Orton, and Lesnar?

Pretty sure, I thought he brought in most of the main event/upper card talent that's there today.

 

[Kizza]

Wasn't Ross in charge of scouting new guys when they picked up Cena, Orton, and Lesnar?

I'm fairly sure this is spot on.

 

[phantomgerald]

And he was the main guy who spotted Jack Swagger before he even wrestled a match.

Ross can get rid of Taz, who is just annoying. I think being color can interest him to come to TNA.

 

[chessarmy]

^ no, JR is a play by plan man and he always should be.

Its a shame the way WWE treats this guy, easily the greatest announcer in pro wrestling history (imo) and Vince treats him like a piece of shit. Hopefully he finds a way out of that company, and goes to work for someone who actually appreciates the skills he brings to the table.

 

[MizMasta3000]

J.R/Don West team would be amazing.

 

[Beer Money Army]

i doubt J.R. would wanna work for a trainwreck company like TNA.

 

[He who knows more than Nation]

Eh, Googled this and came up with results from back in August 09 and every result was from a junk news site. Ran it by some of the fellas I know know the stuff and they have nothing. I'll buy it once someone reputable reports it.