Could Paul Heyman give Roode the legitimacy he needs?
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While Bobby Roode is still technically on the NXT roster, it's important to understand that this guy is going to turn 40 next year AND he won practically every title TNA had to offer, including the TNA World Championship, which he held twice. Roode is not a permanent fixture on the NXT roster, at least he shouldn't be.
Let's just say Roode gets a main roster call-up by years end. Sure, he's a true veteran and has a laundry list of accomplishments. However, both RAW and Smackdown have stacked rosters, full of quality talent, all of which have their eyes fixed on championship gold. With a limited number of titles to go around, how can Roode get noticed, quickly? Well, he has to come in and make a statement right away. How can he go about this? Having Paul Heyman accompany him to the ring would be a fantastic start.
Bobby Roode doesn't necessarily need a mouthpiece, but he can certainly use the rub that comes with being a Paul Heyman Guy. The WWE Universe isn't entirely familiar with Roode, despite his accolades. Having Heyman as an advocate gives him instant relevancy and respect from the fans, translating into a much easier path to the top.
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J. Carpenter
Jonathan Carpenter is a pro wrestling journalist at Sportskeeda. After obtaining a degree in political science from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, he started writing WWE articles in 2016. Jonathan believes integrity is vital in journalism and ensures his work is high on accuracy. He conducts in-depth research and verifies information from various sources before curating a feature.
Jonathan has engaged in many meaningful conversations with prominent pro wrestling personalities like Drew McIntyre and DDP. He grew up in Memphis, admiring Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan during WWE’s Golden Era in the ‘80s. He has attended many pro wrestling events and credits The Hulkster for making his childhood memorable.
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