WWE Reportedly Interested In Jay Lethal, Gunner & Adam Cole

[Prince Bálor]

According to sources, WWE is interested in picking up Moose, Adam Cole and Jay Lethal from Ring of Honor, as well as the now-former TNA star Gunner. The company wanted to bring in Moose as a “ringer” on Tough Enough but wouldn’t guarantee that he would be offered a contract if he didnt win, but had offered the possibility. Moose very recently revealed that he signed a deal with ROH, which assumedly takes him off the table for the company.

Jay Lethal’s contract with ROH is apparently close to expiring, with no offer extended at this time. With that being said, Lethal just won the ROH World Title of course, and also holds the TV Title. Some feel that ROH gave him the World Title with the hope of convincing him to re-sign with the company as they have long-term main event plans in store if he decides to sign a new contract.

In regard to Gunner, it was not his decision to leave TNA. The same goes for Samuel Shaw. No more details are available as to the reasons why they were released.

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Lethal and Cole? Yes, please!

I'm not so thrilled about Gunner, but I guess he has the build that they want and could be a pretty solid midcarder.

I don't think Cole is available ATM, because IIRC, he re-signed back in December of last year.

Lethal could be there soon if he doesn't re-sign. This whole thing with Lethal having both the TV and World title is interesting, considering he's contract is apparently close to expiring with no future deal on the table at this time.

 

[Dolph'sZiggler]

Fuck the vanilla midgets, but Gunner is cool.

 

[Leo C]

Hopefully WWE stays the hell away from Lethal for a while. Cole is just a matter of time, but I don't think he's going now. I like Gunner, he seems like a very good fit and I wouldn't mind him in WWE at all.

 

[CM Punk]

I honestly don't care about any of these guys. They can make something out of Gunner, but it's not something I'm dying to see.

 

[Rogue]

Would rather have Lethal stay far away from WWE as possible, mainly because they would misuse the fuck out of him. Gunner would be cool though.

 

[Wacokid27]

Would rather have Lethal stay far away from WWE as possible, mainly because they would misuse the fuck out of him. Gunner would be cool though.

At a certain point, this argument stops holding water. I would have completely agreed back in 2004, but seeing the fates of Prince Devitt, KENTA, El Generico, Kevin Steen, Bryan Danielson, etc. (i.e., all guys who "WWE would misuse"), in WWE makes me think this might not be the most realistic of statements any longer.

As for me, if Lethal's willing to go to NXT and put forth the effort we've all seen him give, I can't imagine him not wanting a shot at the biggest wrestling promotion in the world.

wk

 

[Rogue]

At a certain point, this argument stops holding water. I would have completely agreed back in 2004, but seeing the fates of Prince Devitt, KENTA, El Generico, Kevin Steen, Bryan Danielson, etc. (i.e., all guys who "WWE would misuse"), in WWE makes me think this might not be the most realistic of statements any longer.

As for me, if Lethal's willing to go to NXT and put forth the effort we've all seen him give, I can't imagine him not wanting a shot at the biggest wrestling promotion in the world.

wk

The main reason I say WWE would misuse Lethal is because of his race. Let's be honest, WWE doesn't have the best track record when it comes to using talent of a darker skin tone. It's 2015 yet Vince is still ignorant to the fact that it's acceptable to have a black wrestler as your premier athlete. But who knows, I'm open minded to the situation. I want to see how they handle Uhaa before assuming the usual.

 

[Leo C]

At a certain point, this argument stops holding water. I would have completely agreed back in 2004, but seeing the fates of Prince Devitt, KENTA, El Generico, Kevin Steen, Bryan Danielson, etc. (i.e., all guys who "WWE would misuse"), in WWE makes me think this might not be the most realistic of statements any longer.

As for me, if Lethal's willing to go to NXT and put forth the effort we've all seen him give, I can't imagine him not wanting a shot at the biggest wrestling promotion in the world.

wk

I know you didn't quote me, but I for one would want to see Lethal in WWE anytime soon not really because they'll misuse him (as they may not), but he has just become ROH World Champ and all. I want to enjoy it for some time.

 

[Snowman]

The main reason I say WWE would misuse Lethal is because of his race. Let's be honest, WWE doesn't have the best track record when it comes to using talent of a darker skin tone. It's 2015 yet Vince is still ignorant to the fact that it's acceptable to have a black wrestler as your premier athlete. But who knows, I'm open minded to the situation. I want to see how they handle Uhaa before assuming the usual.

All stupid racist gimmicks aside, what black wrestlers do you think had ME potential?

I'll start by saying Big E should be given a better chance at least

Edit: Duh. IF I CHARGE FOR AIR YOU KEEP YOUR BILL PAID!

 

[Wacokid27]

All stupid racist gimmicks aside, what black wrestlers do you think had ME potential?

I'll start by saying Big E should be given a better chance at least

Edit: Duh. IF I CHARGE FOR AIR YOU KEEP YOUR BILL PAID!

Ernie Ladd.
Booker T.
The Rock.
Ron Simmons (if he'd gone to WWE 2 or 3 years earlier).

They should have pulled the trigger on Kofi Kingston a long time ago. He had the potential, but I'm honestly not sure if he does anymore. I'd say the same about Ron Killings (whatever name they give him).

wk

 

[Rogue]

All stupid racist gimmicks aside, what black wrestlers do you think had ME potential?

I'll start by saying Big E should be given a better chance at least

Edit: Duh. IF I CHARGE FOR AIR YOU KEEP YOUR BILL PAID!

Besides Big E and Henry, M.V.P could've done well in a ME position. The same goes for Titus, but at least he has a title right now. R-Truth's title program with Cena would've been a good time to give him the WWE title, a least for a couple of months. I'd say Benjamin could've been a good ME talent, but not for his time. An occasional ME program every now and then for him would've been good though.

 

[Leo C]

All stupid racist gimmicks aside, what black wrestlers do you think had ME potential?

I'll start by saying Big E should be given a better chance at least

Edit: Duh. IF I CHARGE FOR AIR YOU KEEP YOUR BILL PAID!

YOU THINK IT'S THAT EASYYYY
MY HEART DON'T PUMP KOOL AID

 

[Leo C]

2011 heel Truth was awesome also, especially in the beginning when he came out to no music. That was great.

 

[Wacokid27]

I feel bad about being a Texan (not to mention a proud Texas Longhorn) and omitting Mark Henry.

His WHC run was amazing and his WWE Title run (which they should have pulled the trigger on after the heat he got from his non-retirement) would have been even better.

wk

 

[Prince Bálor]

his WWE Title run (which they should have pulled the trigger on after the heat he got from his non-retirement) would have been even better.

wk

He should've had that WWE title run, it would've been awesome. But nah, GOTTA MAKE CENA LOOK STRONG. [HASHTAG]#NeverGiveUp[/HASHTAG]