Ryder snub update

[PHX]

Source: Nodq.com

- The fact that Zack Ryder would have some vocal fans at Monday's RAW in Long Island, New York was no secret going into the show. This was talked about internally and the decision was made to have him perform on Superstars only. People within WWE were upset that Ryder wasn't used with the feeling that he's got himself over with fans using social media and without a normal WWE push, and he wasn't even put on RAW because the company knew he would get a bigger reaction than some of the stars they push on TV.

That is a pretty weak reason to not have him on the show. If he gets a bigger reaction than them so be it it's hometown.

 

[Dale]

Found this on WF aswell, although it doesn't link to the actual WO source

Meltzer was texted during the show by a WWE employee stating that the reason Zack was not on the show is because "Vince hates the internet". Backstage, many, many people were upset that the person getting the most chants throughout the night was not brought out for a promo or even a quick appearance in his hometown who clearly wanted him there. Meltzer got some more information today on the thought process.

Evidently, it was indeed a rib/joke being played on Zack. Zack had spent his prior show talking up how he was in his hometown, how excited he was, how this could be his chance to finally shine and move up on the card. Zack was told a few days ago he would have a promo and a match on RAW and would turn face on RAW, even being able to acknowledge his youtube show and Internet Champion gimmick. This is why Zack was so excited the past few days.

The rib went so far as there was even a fake script and timeline alloted for Zack to come out and wrestle, besides Superstars, with his RAW promo and on air face turn. When the time came close for this to happen, Zack was informed plans changed and he would not be on air. This was literally during the broadcast. The entire rib was Vince's idea and was because Vince is not a fan of the "bashing" Zack does about WWE and sees it as "giving in" to someone who is visibly bashing the company with "dropping ball" clips, etc.

Meltzer comments that the real joke is on the fans, as the reaction to him not being on air is not pretty and as the rib is being revealed, even less people are happy. Multiple wrestlers have stated their public displeasure with the rib and John Cena was said to directly confront Vince over the situation and what he felt was a poor joke.

This whole ribbing stuff including the Henry one the other week just come across as straight immature. I could understand if they just told him he wouldn't be featured on the show but to pretty much humiliate him like that shows a lack of respect. I've always thought that while his shows are entertaining the little jabs he makes about not getting over and dropping the ball is a pretty risky act to do. Granted he's not doing a Matt Hardy rant and it's more for light hearted, but he's still taking subtle jabs none the less.

 

[PHX]

If this is really all true then that is really fucked up to do that to the guy. Vince hating the internet is confusing WWE has embraced the fade with using twitter, youtube and all that. Not to mention he hired back Matt and Bryan due to the reactions they were getting because of something on the internet. Do not understand punishing a guy who is is trying to make a name for himself which Vince supposedly respects.

 

[Kairi]

that is pretty messed up

 

[Baller]

I think Vinces hates the IWC, not the basic fans who follow them on twitter.

But yes this is fucked up

 

[Kingslayer]

Zack Ryder sucks. I can't help but get a good laugh out of him not even being able to get booked in his hometown.

 

[SAIYANS]

The Internet can build and bite a guy, see Matt Hardy for both instances.

 

[SAL]

If Vince hates the internet, where the people who care the most about the fucking product write about the fucking product and obsess over every detail, he's a fucking idiot. Name another industry that shows this kind of disregard for its biggest followers.

 

[Baller]

Vince needs to get his ego out the way already.

 

[No More Sorrow]

I love Ryder, he's a great talent it sucks that WWE doesn't see that.

 

[Kiffy Lube]

Mr. McMahon has the right to do this to Ryder. What has Ryder ever done except look mediocre? He has potential if he can put on some weight. Otherwise he'll always be lost in the shuffle especially on Raw.

However, I am actually getting behind the guy, though. His internet show is something I've been tuning every week for. Usually quality stuff if he doesn't litter it with little kids. He owns Superstars right now. He and Curt Hawkins should be running that show. Hawkins was an all-star as far as I am concerned after a great few months late last year on the program. If anything Ryder should be glad that he is shown so much on there. His promo before his match on the Long Island edition of Superstars was pretty golden. His face turn worked well too and if I'm correct he went over Primo in a fun match. He should be a face now anyways. It shows just how hard the guy was working to get fans. So he has his chance. He should be grateful for what he gets.