5 AEW stars whose WWE runs were better

#4 Paul Wight's legacy in WWE is much more memorable than his AEW career

Paul Wight's run in WWE has spawned one of the most recognizable wrestling personalities of all time, The Big Show.

With an illustrious career which boasts multiple title wins in a number of promotions, Wight has carved an unforgettable place in the wrestling industry. The 12th Grand Slam winner of WWE turned a lot of heads with his departure from Vince McMahon's side to AEW.

It is clear, though, that Paul Wight has hardly been able to capture the spotlight on AEW. A feud with QT Marshal did not do much for him, either.

Although the veteran has pointed out that AEW gives him much more freedom than WWE ever did, it's hard to argue with the facts. Added to that is that a heavier wrestler like Wight sticks out like a sore thumb in a promotion that generally favors more technical and high-flying performers.

These reasons make it clear that Paul Wight's 'Big Show' was a much more successful part of the big man's career than his current AEW run.

#3 Jake Hager has lost his WWE 'swagger' in AEW

While Jake Hager's time in WWE saw him take on the iconic role of the All-American American, his AEW run so far has barely lived up to his previous standards.

Hager's departure from WWE was unexpected. Now being part of an AEW stable like the Inner Circle, in a relatively minor role, does not help his case at all. Even though the stable is led by the legendary Chris Jericho, Hager has been unsuccessful in connecting with the audience.

Having a spectacular career in WWE has certainly not carried over to AEW for Hager. Fans can only hope that his run will be transformed into something much more impactful in 2022.