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Shawn Michaels Says Sudden Call-Ups Disrupt NXT Storylines
Shawn Michaels says sudden WWE call-ups disrupt NXT’s plans.
NXT is WWE’s developmental brand, where performers build experience and storylines before they may move to the main roster, including RAW and SmackDown.
Main-roster injuries can prompt WWE to promote an NXT performer at short notice.
That can leave NXT unable to finish a wrestler’s storyline or give them a farewell match.
Michaels says NXT acknowledges call-ups on television and prepares backup plans.
He says the uncertainty can be difficult, but also keeps the creative team on its toes.
Shawn Michaels said unexpected WWE main-roster call-ups can disrupt NXT storylines and force the brand to change creative plans.
He discussed the challenge during a recent appearance on Busted Open Radio.
Michaels said injuries or a need for fresh talent on RAW and SmackDown can lead WWE to call up an NXT performer at short notice.
He said NXT may have to end a storyline without its planned conclusion or farewell match.
Michaels said the team acknowledges call-ups on television and prepares backup plans, while describing the uncertainty as both difficult and exciting.
- Who
- Shawn Michaels and the NXT creative team.
- What
- Michaels said sudden WWE main-roster call-ups can disrupt NXT storylines and require changes to creative plans.
- When
- Michaels discussed the issue during a recent appearance on Busted Open Radio; the date of the appearance is not stated.
- Where
- The discussion took place on Busted Open Radio. The call-ups affect NXT, RAW and SmackDown.
- Why
- WWE may need fresh talent on the main roster, including when an important star is injured or unavailable.
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- Brand affected
- NXT
- Main roster shows mentioned
- RAW and SmackDown
- Radio appearance
- Busted Open Radio
- Creative response
- Acknowledge call-ups on television and prepare backup plans
What people are saying
And you don’t get an opportunity to finish up a storyline or something of that nature,
We also have to have a backup plan when it does happen.
Look, we find ourselves scrambling a lot, but that’s the joy of it. It’s tough sometimes, but also exciting because it keeps you on your toes.