Behind-the-scenes Notes on WWE Launching Jaxson Ryker and Tegan Nox

Jaxson Ryker was among the 8 wrestlers released last Thursday, November 18, 18. It was noted by Battle Selection that many in the WWE expected Ryker to be released as part of an earlier cut due to the heat he was garnering from his supportive tweets. President Trump at that time in June 2020.

It was noted that Ryker was largely “in the lows” as some of the initial heat subsided from Trump’s endorsement. A WWE source in the creative field noted that it was clear Ryker’s character wasn’t over when fans returned this past summer, describing it as an “uphill battle” to get on. response from the crowd.

Tegan Nox was also released last Thursday. Regarding her departure, it is noted that plans have changed for Nox several times. She, and the others, were not told what branding they would use, and Nox actually learned that her tagging team with Shotzi had split up in the WWE Draft via social media. Nox was submitted to RAW in Drafts, but never wrestled with the red brand.

WWE also released John Morrison, “Top Dolla” AJ Francis, Ashante “Thee” Adonis, Isaiah “Swerve” Scott, Drake Maverick and Shane Thorne last week. They will become free agents when the 90-day no-show with WWE expires on Wednesday, February 16, 2022.

Stay tuned for more.