On RAW, but even though it was said while in character it doesn't mean that it holds no weight. Bryan had his chance last year, and yeah, it didn't pan out the way it had been hoped by quite a bit of people. It doesn't take away the fact that he went over Triple H, Randy Orton, and Batista all in one night to walk out the WWE World Heavyweight Champion. Whomever goes over Lesnar at 'Mania is going to be a guaranteed star for the most part. Bryan already had his shot last year, this year they want to give it to Reigns. I'm not saying that Bryan doesn't deserve a real title run, but he shouldn't be the guy who goes over Lesnar. He wouldn't benefit from it as much as someone like Roman would.
On RAW, but even though it was said while in character it doesn't mean that it holds no weight. Bryan had his chance last year, and yeah, it didn't pan out the way it had been hoped by quite a bit of people. It doesn't take away the fact that he went over Triple H, Randy Orton, and Batista all in one night to walk out the WWE World Heavyweight Champion. Whomever goes over Lesnar at 'Mania is going to be a guaranteed star for the most part. Bryan already had his shot last year, this year they want to give it to Reigns. I'm not saying that Bryan doesn't deserve a real title run, but he shouldn't be the guy who goes over Lesnar. He wouldn't benefit from it as much as someone like Roman would.
well true but last time triple h was saying stuff like this, Bryan headlined and beat not only him but everyone else at Mania.
I get your point with Reigns and I'm all for him winning. But idk if having him beat Bryan clean, as of now, is a good idea. Maybe give it a little more time, let Reigns build. What I mean is that Reigns should get distracted as the Authority or Brock himself gets involved....and when he's distracted....he doesn't realize that Rollins or Brock, whomever....just hit Bryan with their finisher....Reigns takes them both out and is able to land a spear and beat Bryan...that way both guys don't look so bad.
And when people say stuff like, "Bryan already had his shot last year, this year they want to give it to Reigns. I'm not saying that Bryan doesn't deserve a real title run, but he shouldn't be the guy who goes over Lesnar. He wouldn't benefit from it as much as someone like Roman would." I don't really agree, entirely.
I get where you're coming from.....however, stars have headlined Mania numerous years in a row: Triple H, Shawn, Taker, Stone Cold, The Rock, etc. I feel that in this modern era of WWE, the "PG" era, DB is def on a level such as those guys. Thus, him headling Mania 2 years in a row....makes perfect sense and isn't a big deal if you ask me, especially as over as he is. Whjy shouldn't he be the guy who was set to beat Lesner? Had Bryan not gotten his neck injured....he was set to eventually, as far as I know, over come him....in fact, it makes more sense to have Bryan overcome Reigns...he has history with the Authority....he overcame all odds last year and won by a miracle. Only to be injured....him coming back stronger, more over, and better than ever...makes for a better story if you ask me. And, we all know that if there's one guy who can beat Brock, "realistically" in the realm of WWE, it's DB. The guy overcame all three members of Evolution in one night, in 2 different matches, while being injured. He also beat Cena clean in 2013 for the title. Granted, I don't mean to just list his accomplishments as a reason as to why he should be there more than Reigns, but it holds some weight.
Bryan beating Brock would be beneficial for him, even more so than Reigns. Again, he overcame a career altering injury. Once again shut up the Authority. He's now seen as the ultimate face by beating the ultimate heel. Plus, I feel Bryan and Brocks match would be better than Reigns and Brock. Much better chemistry.
Idk, I like Reigns and don't mind him main eventing and beating Brock, just feel that Bryan is the better options...WWE just screws this up and has to back pedal, make a quick story, etc., and correct their mistakes....they're trying to really hold him back but the fans won't let them.
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