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Wed, 09/27/2006 - 9:44pm — J.R.
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Thanks for all the emails. Here we go…..... Our on line store – It will be open this week I am told so you will be able to order our sauces, our caps, t shirts, etc. very soon. If you order anything you don’t like you need to let me know. This is a fan friendly site and we will be honest and fair with every customer. That’s my promise. Stone Cold is in Southern California and just returned from Australia where he made a movie for WWE Films. Steve called me this week and he is reading other scripts and getting ready to start his second movie soon. I know he is working out every day but has no plans to return to the ring to wrestle at this time. He said he hasn’t felt this good in years. I wouldn’t get back in the ring if I were Steve with his neck issues and movie career ahead of him. Steve is actually coming here to Norman soon to attend an OU football with yours truly and the Mrs. TNA on Mondays?? I say, just bring it. (Thanks, Rock) It really doesn’t matter what I think but competition is good for everyone. If it were to be TNA on Monday Night so be it but I don’t think the folks at TNA or their network are crazy so I doubt that you will see TNA vs. Monday Night Raw any time soon. Kurt Angle- Like many of you I worry about Kurt too because I care for him. He is a friend. Regarding Kurt’s release, I do not know the details except that I think that the release was mutual, as I understand it, and effective immediately upon everyone signing it. That is not official but it is how I understand it. King pile drive Michael Cole at Homecoming- Not gonna happen. Why are so many people angry at Michael Cole? He’s a good guy. I do like the idea of a 4 Horseman reunion at Homecoming there in South Carolina. Outside Interference- There is too much of this in the business in general but it has been around forever, unfortunately. I’m not a big fan of it either. Samoa Joe- I like his physicality. He may not have a body builder’s physique but he certainly seems to be physical. I said the same thing about Cactus Jack many moons ago and he seems to have done o.k. for himself. With my old body, I am not casting stones at Samoa Joe or Cactus for the record. I am sure I have forgotten many matches where a competitor had one arm tied behind their back. I was only referring to those I could remember off the top of my head. When you have called thousands of matches over 30 years a few of them fall through the cracks, sometimes purposely. I don’t think I saw Jericho versus Nick Patrick but I remember it happening once it was mentioned. Bob Holly-Yes, Hardcore Holly is a legit, tough S.O.B. I, too, hope he is better soon and gets back to doing what he loves. Hardcore’s match with RVD this week on ECW was a physical train wreck. Kelly Gregg- The Baltimore Raven Defensive Tackle might make a great WWE superstar. Kelly is a friend of Charlie Haas and is from Edmond, Oklahoma and played football for the Sooners. Kelly was also a 3 time state wrestling champion. Johnny Nitro may not be the greatest Intercontinental Champion of all time yet but I do see excellent potential in this young man. He is very athletic and can do some things in the ring he has not utilized on TV as of yet. Let’s give him some time before he is thrown out with the dish water. Bryan Danielson- He is an excellent in ring talent. There is no doubt that this athlete is all that his fan base think he is. I like Bryan’s passion and his work ethic a great deal. He doesn’t have the size many covet but Danielson is a player. To King (not Lawler but a poser)- Obviously you aren’t using your real name and I can see why. You are classless. Call me what you wish, Mr. BBQ works for me, but leave the profanity off our site. This is a family site. You are exactly the type of person that gives the sports entertainment business a bad name. Thanks. I appreciate all the emails but I respectfully ask that you keep them clean. Say what you want but do not do it in a profane way. I don’t think that is asking too much. Keep the emails coming and I will answer more as time permits. J.R.

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Thu, 09/28/2006 - 6:14am — Jason
 
JR i think for a generation of fans you are the voice of wrestling.I started watching you call matches on WCW programs shown at obscure times of night here in the UK and have followed you all the way through your WWF/WWE career.For me a wrestling match no matter how good is only 75% without you calling it.In fact i have watched you call so many matches that even when you are not calling the match i still hear your voice calling it maybe thats something i need to see a doctor about.I cant wait to try the legendary JR's BBQ sauce hope you ship to the UK.Im glad to read you are felling well and i am selfishly happy to have you back at the mike on raw. P.S. Its great to hear Stone Cold is doing so well and i hope his movie career takes off. The Rock might be the most electrifying man in all showbiz!But Stone cold is the most entertaining sumbitch i have ever seen.
Thu, 09/28/2006 - 6:09am — Aloke Siddique
 
As you mentioned Bryan Danielson, and with speciality being long lasting, emotionally draining matches, do you wish that the WWE would have more matches going over half an hour or do you think that the audience wouldn't be appreciative of these type of matches?
Thu, 09/28/2006 - 6:08am — Mike
 
I'm so glad I found this blog, it is so refreshing to see someone who is a WWE diehard, but doesn't wish to put down the competition, and instead offers a rational analysis. It seems to me that most people think you either need to be a WWE fan and bash everything about TNA, or be a TNA fan and slag off everything about the WWE. You work for the WWE but still transcend this. I am a huge Kurt Angle fan, and whilst Angle signing and the prime time deal was huge news for them, I still have concern over his wellbeing, and I thought the comment made supposedly by Angle about the WWE holding him back was unnecessary, as WWE put him on the map, and I was always lead to believe he was close to Vince. Even though Angle's stubborness has an adverse effect on his health, I can't help but feel amazed by his dedication to the business, and his goal of being remembered as the best ever. It was a huge way for TNA to end an unremarkable PPV to that point, and I am pleased to hear you say that you relish the competition, as it would be great to have something to push WWE to excel again. I wanted to know your current thoughts on Shelton Benjamin, who we keep being told is running out of chances at being pushed in the WWE. I take those reports with a pinch of salt, but I really thought Shelton cut an awesome promo on Raw, and I wanted to hear your comments on his improvement on the mic, and if you ever envisage him hitting the top. I thought you were just saying you couldn't remember a one on one match with hands tied behind the back to put over the rareness of the main event, but it turns out you actually forgot them, which is unsurprising given the amount you have called. Nitro is doing a great job as IC Champ right now, playing the heel champ who doesn't duck challenges, but instead winds up narrowly escaping with his title, which actually reminds me of Angle's run as WWF Champ in 2000. I hope you continue to announce Raw for a long time to come, as even if Styles was good, Raw just isn't the same without you calling the shots. Two quick questions, although I am not sure if you will be in a position to answer: 1) Can we expect to see Bischoff make a proper return to Raw, or is it just to push the book for a few weeks? I hope its the former. 2) Is JBL definitely set to leave the announce table on Smackdown, because if he is, I will be gutted as he is one of the best things about the show? Also, if he is to go, who do you think is primed to replace him. I have heard rumours that Simon Dean was originally primed for the colour commentary position, and obviously names like Grisham and Matthews pop us as well, but is there anyone you can see potential in, either in or out of the WWE, to be the next big commentary star? Its really awesome to read the true thoughts of one of the most honest and reliable sources in the wrestling business. I feel honoured to get to speak to a hero of mine. I even dressed up as you once when I was younger!
Thu, 09/28/2006 - 6:07am — Nathan
 
JR, Cade and Murdock are an awesome, old-school style, smash-mouth, Midnight Express-esque, tag team. I know a lot of people don't like them or may even think they're boring, but I'll tell ya, they have great chemistry with each other, as well as with teams like DX. I know this would probably never happen, but I think it would be awesome if you became their manager. I think you could really put them over and since you also love the old-school slobberknocker-style teams, I think you could really hone Cade and Murdock's in-ring skills, personality (in and out of the ring), add that extra "Flair" :) to their style, and solidify their redneck roots. Now grant it, Cade and Murdock will never be a good babyface team...they work better as heels with their perfectly positioned, angry skowls on their faces, but I think you would bring a level of completeness to their image. What do you think, JR? Come on buddy, get into the action! :) Go Sooners!
Thu, 09/28/2006 - 5:34am — Lewis
 
Once again JR, great blog! I don't think it would be smart for TNA to go on a Monday night and they know that, especially with the recent ratings success of Monday night football. Dixie Carter has always talked about the long term with TNA and she has always used the analogy of Pepsi and Cola existing in the same market. I think this kind of thinking is best for the future of the business. Keep up the great work on this site.
Thu, 09/28/2006 - 5:14am — John
 
Great blog JR. We all appreciate your fair comments on Kurt Angle. I have a few questions about the Raw side of things. What do you think of the current title scene on Raw? Where do you see Cena going if and when his feud with Edge is over? Do you think DX needs to disband and/or and spice up the title scene? Finally, do you see Shawn Michaels re-inventing himself once again and turning heel any time soon? Thanks JR.
Thu, 09/28/2006 - 4:44am — Nuno
 
Hii J.R!! I'm from Portugal in Europe, and i really like this blog. Waht about talk on the nWo return in the 2006 Survivor Series???
Thu, 09/28/2006 - 4:31am — Ioan
 
Greetings from Cardiff, Wales. Big fan of the blog, and previously the Ross Reports on wwe.com. Just wondering what your current role in the company is, are you only working Monday nights or are you still involved in the signing of wrestlers etc? Also - but this might be tougher to answer - what are a few of your favourite matches ever, either those that you've called or those that you haven't? Seeing how you enjoy 'physicality', i'm guessing you might enjoy some Japanese wrestling - 80/90s All Japan for example.
Thu, 09/28/2006 - 4:15am — Kyle
 
Hey, JR. I'm really enjoying this blog so far because it's a voice of the WWE often addressing issues that the WWE as a company likes to pretend don't exsist. The talk about TNA, Danielson, and others is really insightful. Sometimes I think you should go back to being the guy who whispers in McMahon's ear about who to bring in, because it's obvious you do your research. Thing is, JR, I think the WWE tends to misunderstand the importance of the IWC (internet wrestling community, for those of you unfamiliar with the term). I think we get a bad rap for trying to act like we know about things we don't, and trying to hard to pick apart the ring work or charisma of wrestlers or the brainlessness of the writing team. Yeah, that goes on, and I do maintain that the booking for the company needs to be a lot more consistant (Carlito STABBED John Cena, why are they suddenly great teammates without ANY sort of mention of it?), the IWC is more valuable than that. Take CM Punk. The internet has been all over this guy since his IWA-MS days. But all we seemed to hear from Meltzer and others was that the company and Steph in particular thought he had too many tattoos and could only emulate Kenta as far as wrestling goes. But eventually we were given what we wanted- CM Punk, AS CM Punk, in his own gimmick and with his own look. Sure, we don't have his "Miseria Cantare" music (tip- if and when he wins the ECW title, change it to that the night after... the reaction would be insane), but we got everything else. And look! He's fast becoming the hottest commodity in the wrestling world. Another example- for years, we'd been saying Chris Benoit should get a nice lengthy title reign. Sure, there were a bunch of people who said no way- he can't talk, he's too small, he's not over with the casual fans... but look what happened. Ratings did very well and he was one of the most solidly over champs in recent memory. I'm not trying to hype us online types as being experts at the business that people like you built, because we aren't. But I think we're a better representation of what the fans want than we're given credit for. After all, is there THAT much difference in loving Shawn Michaels because he pours paint on the Spirit Squad and loving Shawn Michaels because he's one of the greatest workers of all time? Just my two cents.
Thu, 09/28/2006 - 3:21am — Aguila420
 
Hey JR... Great blog btw... I have a question... Do you think Vince has his hand in the TNA cookie jar? Kind of like he did w/ ECW? Because if I remember correctly, Jerry the king Lawler ran a small program on TNA w. brian christopher when they first started couple years back WHILE he was still comentating on RAW. What are your thoughts?
Thu, 09/28/2006 - 2:42am — Brandon davenport
 
Hello there jim ross how are you i hope you are well anyway you and jerry the king lawler are my favorite play by play people. And i am big fans of you both. anyway do you think the nwo well come back i hope so from your fan Brandon davenport
Thu, 09/28/2006 - 2:34am — David
 
I see that now that you've commented a bit on ROH talent you're getgina an influx of questions about it. Well i'm gonna add to that. I was wondering what your thoughts on Colt Cabana are. I think he's got what it takes to make the big time. Superb wrestler, good size, incredibly entertaining and charsimatic. He's had a few matches on Heat and Velocity I believe and would love to see him be given a shot.
Thu, 09/28/2006 - 2:18am — Ashley
 
I felt that maybe the more the merrier might pursuade you to discuss it in the next blog. What are your thoughts on Ring of Honor and also some of the Japanese stars such as KENTA, Liger and Kobashi. KENTA and Shelton locking up would be incredible. Why is it that WWE don't bring in some talent for say 1 or 2 big match deals. It semi worked with the Sumo match against big show.
Thu, 09/28/2006 - 2:12am — Mike
 
Mr. Ross, you do realize that Bryan Danielson's fanbase(myself included) consider him the best wrestler in the world, right? Did you just admit that he is a better in-ring performer than everyone in the employ of WWE? Because I think you did and I concur 100%. ROH>Where you work, sadly.
Thu, 09/28/2006 - 1:46am — Todd
 
with regards to Kurt, i was a big fan of his, but now ive lost a lot of respect for him, When WWE eventually eliminates TNA as a contender (because we all know it will, just like every other promotion thats challenged wwe) and Kurt goes looking for a job, i think he will realise how many fans hes actually lost. Although knowing Jeff Jarret, After a month Kurt will just be jobbing for him week after week untill he doesnt have the desire to wrestle for TNA anymore see: Jeff Hardy, Raven, K-Kwik etc..
Thu, 09/28/2006 - 1:44am — john
 
Does Vince or any other "higher-up's" in WWE give you any trouble for talking about TNA and ex-WWE wrestlers on your blog?
Thu, 09/28/2006 - 1:41am — John
 
Hey there JR. Well I can say that showed some personality (as it would be expected from you) on addresing the current issues regarding TNA. For that I congratulate you. I have two questions for you: 1- I‘m sorry if this is a bad question for you but I was wondering about this a couple of days ago and I would like to know what skit most offended you: 1) The Oklahoma caracther on WCW or 2) The Vince McMahon Colonscopy skit (this skit even offended Christian Cage :) ) 2-Would you like to work again with Sting (on the WWE) or would you say that a match against Kurt Angle on TNA would be as enjoyable as that (I’m asking you this because I do remember how much of a fan you were of Sting - at least by the way you used to commentate his matches on WCW - at least it sounded like that).
Thu, 09/28/2006 - 1:40am — John
 
Hey there JR. Well I can say that showed some personality (as it would be expected from you) on addresing the current issues regarding TNA. For that I congratulate you. I have two questions for you: 1- 'm sorry if this is a bad question for you but I was wondering about this a couple of days ago and I would like to know what skit most offended you: 1) The Oklahoma caracther on WCW or 2) The Vince McMahon Colonscopy skit (this skit even offended Christian Cage :) ) 2-Would you like to work again with Sting (on the WWE) or would you say that a match against Kurt Angle on TNA would be as enjoyable as that (I'm asking you this because I do remember how much of a fan you were of Sting - at least by the way you used to commentate his matches on WCW - at least it sounded like that).
Thu, 09/28/2006 - 1:39am — James Atkins
 
"I do like the idea of a 4 Horseman reunion at Homecoming there in South Carolina." I agree Mr. Ross, however, who would the reunion include? Perhaps Malenko, Benoit, A.A., and Flair?? Also I am a big time Sooner fan. Born in Tulsa, BOOMER SOONER.
Thu, 09/28/2006 - 1:26am — Trevor
 
What's the story with Harry Smith? He hasn't been used at all recently, and has been signed for quite a while without showing up on TV. Will we see him any time soon. I am a huge fan of his from his days in Stampede Wrestling here in Calgary.
Thu, 09/28/2006 - 1:08am — CHRIS COSTA
 
HELLO MR. JR MY NAME IS CHRIS AND I WAS WONDERING IF YOU HAD THE TIME WHICH I AM SURE YOU DON'T BUT I AM GONNA ASK ANYWAY. HOW WOULD YOU GET YOUR FOOT IN THE DOOR IF YOU WANTED TO BE A WRITER FOR THE WWE, THERE ISN'T MUCH ABOUT WRESTLING I DON'T KNOW AND USUALLY CAN PREDICT WHAT IS GONNA HAPPEN WHILE IT HAPPENS, I KNOW THAT DOESN'T MAKE YOU A WRITER BUT I THINK I CAN DO IT. WELL IF YOU EVER WANT MY IMPUT FEEL FREE TO ASK ANYTIME. I JUST HOPE THE WRESTLERS DON'T GET INTIMIDATED BY SOMEONE WHO TOWERS OVER THEM WRITING STORYLINES FOR THEM. THANKS ALOT JR
Thu, 09/28/2006 - 12:49am — Charles
 
It's nice to see you praising people like Bryan Danielson. Speaking of which, why doesn't WWE ever seriously pursue any wrestlers from ROH and other similar indy promotions in the U.S.? Instead, WWE only looks no talents that are only about looks, big very tall and muscular. These are the only wreslters that WWE ever signs for television or developmental. Either them or these 40 year olds from the 1990's. It doesn't matter if they are horrible workers with little to zero experience or no charsima. It seems that size only matters to WWE. The product and match quality is suffering because of this. I don't really see anybody on TV or in developmental that is capable of filling the shoes of people not around any more like Stone Cold, The Rock, Brock Lesnar, Kurt Angle, Christian, Chris Jericho, Chris Benoit,etc. There are only a few exceptions like CM Punk, Harry Smith, and Kenny and Johnny from the Spirit Squad. ROH wrestlers such as Colt Cabana and Nigel McGuinness have more money drawing potential than most of wrestlers that WWE typically signs and currently has in developmental.
Thu, 09/28/2006 - 12:45am — Jeff Castro
 
Hey J.R. just wanted to let you know I have been a fan of you for a long time and you do a wonderful job calling RAW. I have to say that Stone Cold has always been my favorite wrestler and probably always will be. Will the Undertaker ever quit? Man that guy just looks bigger everytime I see him I would hate to meet that guy in a alley. Miss The Rock! Very very entertaining guy and that guy is stinkin quick. Would love a few apperences by him. I think Batista is the future of WWE he needs a bigger push, he's a great face. Thanks for reading JR have a great day
Thu, 09/28/2006 - 12:28am — Christopher Mifsud
 
I'm glad you are mentioning some ROH talent. Did you see the ROH videowire? Some guy named Bruno Sammartino was on it. I wonder who he is......
Thu, 09/28/2006 - 12:26am — Katherine,B
 
Ware in the world does Kurt Angel Git off saying WWE held him back? Huck to me he was the star on ECW. Then he Goes TNA. I watch it once in a great while. It’s not as good as WWE by a long shot. If TNA wants to start a war they better understand that WWE was in Monday night war a few years ago and that WWE won it The WWE superstars put their life and health on line. Angle should be grateful that WWE made him as big as they did. Its makes me sick that he turned his back on more then just a bunch of wrestlers but a family. A Family that was always they’re for him. I think TNA is some cheap knock off. It’s not the Pro wrestling that's been around for more the 50 years. WWE is a Place that's been handed down from Grandfather to son from dad to son and one day to Son or Daughter. I take pride in saying I'am a fan of World Wrestling Entertainment.
Thu, 09/28/2006 - 12:18am — Hugo
 
I truly do not believe that Kurt Angle made those remarks to the World Wrestling Entertainment. If you read the statement released by TNA, it states that Dixie Carter, president of TNA, "said that Kurt Angle wrote in a hotel pad the statements shot at the WWE." I think it's just TNA saying that to tell the WWE that "they have acquired their biggest star." I do believe Kurt Angle will succeed in TNA and rise TNA with some competition towards the WWE. I just know that Kurt Angle will miss WrestleMania and soon enough will once again be in a WWE ring.
Wed, 09/27/2006 - 11:42pm — Bill
 
Mr Ross, first of all I am a huge fan of yours.ok now we have that out of the way what is your view of the "new" ECW? I personally cant really get into it , but these are my reasons WWE has gotten rid of so many of the "originals" namely the Dudleys, Raven,and where the heck is Joel Guertner? It seems to me that if they wanted to flood it with WWE stars they should have just brought back the Hardcore title. I understand that they want to build a fan base for those not familiar with ECW but with Big Show as champ, and no Tag Team division this isn't ECW. I would stay up late at night on Saturdays (2am local)to see just what they would come up with next. This ECW in my opinion is a shell of its former self. I think that ECW should be shown every week from the Hammerstien Ballroom because thats the only episode that really felt like the old ECW(C.M. Punks debut). But I think they need to rethink the direction they are going with it.ECW traveling with the Smackdown brand is bad news and will lead to its demise. If this is the case why dont they bring back WCW(please dont) but on the flip side I understand they are trying to introduce new talent but I thought that what Smackdown was for(i.e. John Cena)? So if you can mention that to the powers that be I would be very thankful. In closing keep up the good work on Mondays and BOOMER SOONER!
Wed, 09/27/2006 - 11:28pm — Russ
 
Kurt Angle's comments about being held back and knocking his WWE career are ridiculous. No matter where Angle is at now and what went down with him and WWE at the end it makes no sense at all for him to dismiss his WWE career.I remember hearing Bobby Heenan address why he wouldn't take shots at WWF/WWE when he was announcing for WCW. Heenan basically said that there was no point given that he was with WWE for 8 years and it would make him look stupid. For Kurt Angle to say things like this is hypocritical and a huge slap in the face to his fans that supported him for all these years. Maybe the people in power at TNA put him up to this or somebody from TNA posted these comments using Kurt angle's name. Lets see, if it wasn't for his WWE career would there be any big TNA signing to speak of right now? If Angle was really held back and his WWE career was meaningless than why is it that this signing is seen as major coup for TNA in trying to compete against WWE? Why is it that everybody is saying that this will shoot TNA straight to the top?
Wed, 09/27/2006 - 10:55pm — Sergio M
 
hey jr!!! First off, my hat off to you on all your years of being the best commentator in wrestling (along with the late great Gordon Solie).You bring credibility to a sometimes weird wrestling business... cant wait to try the slobberknocker sauce ya got!!! Just wanted to share a thought, in regards to Kurt Angle. He happens to be my favorite wrestler and although i would love to see Angle keep wrestling for years to come (im actually drooling on the thought of an Angle vs Samoa Joe match!!) i prefer too see him walking instead of barely walking in the future. I wish him the best and hope for his sake he doesnt take too much risks. Now to my question: Im 24 yrs old and have been a fan since i was 6, and ever since, i have been (still am) waiting to see Sting in a WWE ring. I know its practically not gonna happen anymore, but i was wondering, was he ever close to signing with WWE in the past?? and, as a man who saw him rise to the top in the old NWA/WCW, what are YOUR thoughts on the Stinger??? Thanx JR and keep up the good work!!!
Wed, 09/27/2006 - 10:55pm — TROY
 
I live in australia, watch raw, ecw and smackdown. We only get to see TNA via pay per ver. But what I see is a brand of wrestling that in sone ways is better than the wwe but if they keep going in the direction they are going why not have a TNA vs Monday night RAW. It bought out the best in the WWE and its stars The Rock, Stone Cold, DX the list goes on. All i say is the more competition the better the shows have to be to get the ratings. its as simple as that. Bye for know form DOWN UNDER
Wed, 09/27/2006 - 10:51pm — Michael
 
JR...the man himself, I know that you have probably been slammed with this question, but what are your opinions on Kurt Angle signing with TNA. If you are not able to speak on this, I completely understand. Just wanted to insight from the WWE perspective. Best to you and yours
Wed, 09/27/2006 - 10:51pm — Kevin Ngoun
 
Good blog this week. I enjoy each and every blog that I've read thus far. Keep em coming.
Wed, 09/27/2006 - 10:41pm — Stephen
 
I grew up in Memphis, and remember Mid South Wrestling well. I also remember watching the real king, Jerry Lawler, pile drive Jeff Jarrett's head through a plywood ring mat (garden hose and duct tape for ropes and turn buckles) at the Mid South Fairgrounds circa 1990. I haven't lived in Memphis in 16 years, but I still download MCW's show each time it's posted on Jerry's site, and it's hard to watch the King on Raw without thinking back to the good old days of Studio 5 wrestling. Jerry Lawler is an extremely personable and genuine person. I've met him several times, both as a fan and in a business setting. As well as a fan can know a celebrity, I am always delighted to see the King and talk of our favorite city. It's good to see Bob Holly back on TV. I'm originally from Alabama, so I obvious have a special place for the Hardcore one. If nothing else, Tuesday nights match with RVD should earn the respect of a new generation of fans for Holly. Nitro has great athleticism, but it seemed Matthews carried him in the ring. Whereas Nitro's mic skills need to get up to snuff, Lashley can work the "walk softly..." attitude. The man is massive. With Jeff Hardy back, I only hope he remains in the spotlight. It's good to see Angle helping shape a new type of wrestler in TNA. The booking is so apparent, especially in tag matches, but TNA has the right idea (Styles, Petey Williams, Samoa Joe, Sabin, Killings) when it comes to exceptionally athletic talent in singles competition. God Bless, and keep blogging! I'm so glad you've been back on Raw (no offense to Joey...he's *hilarious* on Tuesday nights)! Roll Tide!
Wed, 09/27/2006 - 10:34pm — Justin in NYC
 
way for the sooners to TCB last week. Sure it wasn't a top 5 opponent, but you can only beat the team on the field. I don't understand how anyone can fail to see that AD has been the best running back in college football from the moment he escaped Palestine -- the only weeks others ran with him were weeks when Peterson played hurt. The more I see them play, the more angry I get at Bomar -- though Thompson is showing me something. I hope this ends up like Tee Martin's year in Tenn. following Peyton Manning, where a perceived downgrade ended up playing out the other way. I was pleased the polls seemed to understand that OU was victimized in that game in Eugene and didn't drop them out of shooting range for the national title. As for TNA -- I'm glad they are coming to prime time and glad it's not monday. With the new slot where it is, it's the best shot they have at potentially making any sort of real in-roads into being a competitor. And, I think compeition brought out the best in the WWF/E -- you all really kicked everything up a notch because of the challenge you were presented with. I hope, obviously, you never are faced with a threat to your livelihood again (that seems way unlikely) but, good healthy comeptition is a dream for a grappling fan now. The commercial for Bichoff's book is interesting -- looks like he still films his own stuff back in the style he used when he fronted the NWO -- you don't think he'd ever try . . . Nah. . . Also, re: strip poker on ECW -- who exactly is that supposed to actually attract. To a layperson, it doesn't seem like anyone would turn to a wrestling show just to see that sort of thing, when there are 10s of other chanels down the dial built only for those kinds of "art forms" -- i guess you all know what you are doing with ratings, or it's an "edgy" "extreme" ECW thing, but it seems forced and a bit silly. When ECW was good, and I caught it at 2am on MSG network, it was great because of Guerrero, benoit, Jericho Mysterio and Sandman, Raven and the hardcore -- wrestling or brawling, it was the reality and intenstiy. This just seems, cartoony -- adult cartoony, but still cartoony. Anyway, take care, sir amd thanks again for your time.
Wed, 09/27/2006 - 10:32pm — Andrew
 
Hey JR I loved your comments on Bryan Danielson I was wondering what your thoughts on ROH in general are? Thanks.
Wed, 09/27/2006 - 10:22pm — Sriram
 
Loved reading your blog. It seems as tho size matters in the WWE when it comes to selecting talent, and at that instance, talent takes a backseat atleast thats what i think. I am from India, and have been a fan of the WWE from 1993 and had loved the attitude era. Too bad that era doesn't work in the current generation. Wonder when the WWE will be back in Mumbai,India to perform for the fans here. Anyways, take care and have a great week ahead of you, Mr. Ross.
Wed, 09/27/2006 - 10:15pm — John
 
Do you agree with the way Christian was used in the WWE? By that, I mean, do you think he should have been held down the way he was? In my eyes, Edge and Christian have always been on the same level and could have had a great fued over the wwe title in the not so distant future.
Wed, 09/27/2006 - 10:14pm — Paul
 
Hey JR, nice to see you put over Bryan Danielson. He is one of the best un-signed talents out there today.
Wed, 09/27/2006 - 10:13pm — Andre Boyd
 
Hello J.R. Mr.BBQ?
Wed, 09/27/2006 - 10:01pm — Chris Justice
 
Hello JR, I am a huge fan of yours. You are truely the voice of sports entertainment, not just Raw. My question and statement for you would be do you think Kurt Angle signing with TNA is good for him, or did he betray the WWE and his fans? I do understand that he is in bad physical and mental condition, and working for TNA will be less stressful, be did he have to leave a comment hinting that he wouldn't work for any other company? I have no doubt that he will succeed where ever he goes, but I do believe comments should have been worded differently. Just on a personal not, once Vince steps down, I believe a you should be left with at least a share of power. We all know the company will be in the hands of Stephanie, Paul, and Shane, but God created you for this business. You, my friend, will forever be a wrestling legend. May God bless you and your family! Sincerely, Chris.
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