J.R.'s Q&A

JR, is the real reason that Edge has been gone since his Hell in the Cell match against the Undertaker at Summerslam is because he has been playing Right Field for the World Series Champion Philadelphia Phillies?

JoeO424 — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 08:23:25 +0000

Who told you? That was supposed to be a secret.

JR, 1 more question: Is JR's BBQ ever going to be on ESPN's "Todds taste of the town? I am sure if you invite him, he will come? (if he don't have a coronary first!)

JRMitch — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 08:03:08 +0000

If Todd and his peers at ESPN are smart they will feature the best BBQ around when they are in Norman. They missed the boat earlier this season. I guess they got bad info. :)

JR, you are going to just have to accept the fact that all other announce teams are compared to you and the King. So in saying that you are the "standard", I would have to disagree with your statement that TNA has a really good announce team! They sound like they are reading from a book. BTW, since TNA are trying to get organized and run with the "attitude" that WWE let go, do you think it will help them in the long run?

JRMitch — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 08:01:24 +0000

The King and I had a nice run and I enjoyed every minute of it. Our success as a team was largely due to Jerry's talent. Trends such as being edgy or having attitude don't draw ratings or sell tickets. Creating stars the fans want to see and having those stars involved in personal issues is what puts asses in seats and sells tickets and PPV's.

JR, does OU have anything for Texas Tech? I was really impressed watching them play. I am hoping Oklahoma can beat them so Bama can get Penn ST. in the BCS Championship, as I don't think they (Bama) could keep up with Tech's receivers.

JRMitch — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 07:42:10 +0000

Oklahoma has to play a helluva game to beat Tech. The Sooner fans need to help create a hostile, home field advantage. OU has lost only 2 games at home in 10 years of Coach Bob Stoops. I will have some sleepless nights until game time this Saturday.

Hi JR Thanks for your time i have a question for you when do you think hurricane helms will be back ive been watching smackdown alot lately considering that i think its the A show now with ur move to the show and triple h's move but ive been seeing his hurrapop ups on tv and i think there just hilarious and im just wantin to know when he will return to smackdown. Thanks Justyn

Justyn — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 07:22:23 +0000

It would appear that Hurricane's return to the ring as a fan favorite is imminent.

Shawn Michaels vs The undertaker happened match At WrestleMania 25? Shawn Michaels end The Streak of The undertaker At WrestleMania 25?

kuqaqykiw — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 06:59:30 +0000

Certainly possible. Time will tell but I would love to call that one!

Since Mania is going to be in Texas do you think we could see The Von Erich's, The Freebirds, or the Funks going into the hall of fame. I also have a non wrestling question I think I read once you was a Hank Jr fan I was wondering what some of you're favorite songs of his were. Thanks for all the great announcing.

RVDFan — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 06:01:06 +0000

I've suggested all the names you have mentioned be inducted in Houston. Let's see what happens. I didn't think Hank, Jr. had any "bad" songs.

Hi JR Just wondering whether you read the recent Powerslam magazine article on yourself? It was a very complimentary piece. Also, would you agree with me that Kane should have one more run under the mask he apparently hates, as that character was gold and a storyline involving some sort of incident to put him back in that place could draw. Lewis, England

lewbrown2 — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 05:49:04 +0000

I did not see the article but it is always nice when people acknowledge one's work in a positive way. I think Kane has another run under the mask as well.

Hi J.R, I was fortunate enough to attend Summerslam 92' at Wembley Stadium in London. What an amazing day it was. Finishing off with one of the greatest matches of all time between the Hitman and the Bulldog. That old stadium has been knocked down and a new larger one has taken it's place. Would the WWE ever come back to Wembley???? It would sell out in minutes!! Take care, Tony in Newquay,Cornwall,uk.

tonylally — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 05:38:26 +0000

I sure hope so and I honestly believe that it will happen some day. A historic city and arena such as you speak are the types of atmosphere that the WWE relishes.

JR, you've provided commentary for many WWE video games in the past. How important, in your mind, is capturing the quality of a televised broadcast in the studio during a recording session for a wrestling video game? Do you think the broadcast teams and in-ring talent that work on these games enjoy the process?

Goldash007 — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 05:38:14 +0000

I think capturing the authenticity of the commentary is imperative to contribute to the success of a wrestling video game. I can' t speak for everyone but I look at it as a privilege to be involved in the THQ video game process plus I like the money.