LA Knight’s Heat, WWE’s NXT/CW Deal, AEW’s Financial Situation, and More: Rumor Roundup (Nov. 9, 2023)
Speculating on the latest buzz in the world of professional wrestling WWE’s NXT is a beloved pastime for fans, often rivaling the excitement of watching the actual matches. In this article, we delve into the most recent rumors swirling within the professional wrestling community.
LA Knight’s Backstage Heat: What’s the Scoop?
After Crown Jewel, Booker T shared his thoughts about LA Knight on his esteemed Hall of Fame podcast. While he had many positive things to say about Knight, Booker T couldn’t help but bring up some persistent backstage rumors. He mentioned hearing whispers about Knight having a questionable attitude, with some people saying, “LA Knight, he’s got a bad attitude. I don’t know about this guy.” Let’s explore this intriguing rumor further.
WWE’s NXT Blockbuster Deal with The CW: Breaking It Down
A “broadcast source” revealed to PW Insider that WWE’s NXT deal with The CW for NXT rights is rumored to be in the range of $35-37 million per year. Current plans indicate that NXT will continue to air live on Tuesdays from the Performance Center. However, it’s worth noting that WWE is open to discussing a change in the schedule if The CW requires it. They are also considering taking NXT on the road when it becomes financially viable, although, as of now, it seems that they haven’t reached that point. We’ll analyze the implications of this substantial agreement.
The Intriguing Dance Between The CW and United Wrestling Network
The CW had been in extensive negotiations with Dave Marquez’s United Wrestling Network until WWE entered the scene about four to six weeks ago. Unfortunately, the progress of these discussions seems to have come to a halt. PW Insider is yet to confirm any of the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA) rumors. Let’s examine the uncertainty surrounding this intriguing development.
AEW’s Financial Landscape: A Deep Dive
In an illuminating interview with SEScoops, Wrestlenomics’ Brandon Thurston shared his confidence in AEW’s current financial state. According to Thurston, AEW is currently not operating at a profit and needs to secure $200 million annually in media rights to achieve profitability. The current deal with Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) is estimated to be in the range of $50-70 million per year. We’ll dissect the financial challenges and opportunities that AEW faces on its path to profitability.
AEW’s Programming Shift: What’s in Store?
Recent information suggests that AEW is making significant adjustments to its programming schedule. As of yesterday, Andrew Zarian reported that AEW won’t be airing an episode of “Collision” during the week of their highly anticipated “Worlds End” pay-per-view. Let’s explore the implications of this scheduling change for AEW and its fans.
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WWE’s NXT Stand & Deliver: The WrestleMania 40 Conundrum
WWE’s NXT considerations for NXT Stand & Deliver have been under scrutiny, especially regarding its scheduling in relation to WrestleMania 40. According to WrestleVotes, there was a proposal to hold NXT Stand & Deliver on the Thursday preceding WrestleMania 40. However, it seems that not everyone was in favor of this idea, and opposing voices ultimately prevailed. We’ll dive into the decision-making process and its potential impact on NXT.
In this article, we’ve dissected the most compelling rumors circulating in the world of professional wrestling. Stay tuned for more updates as the wrestling landscape continues to evolve.
