WWE NXT - Best and Worst - End of an era, Former SmackDown star to turn heel

#2 Best: Kay Lee Ray and Ember Moon both gain from their match

The future #WWENXT Woman’s champion 💪 👑

— Westie (@Wee_Westie28) September 8, 2021

One of NXT's most consistent points over the years has been its strong women's division. The latest major star in the division is Kay Lee Ray, whose momentum remains sky-high since her transition from NXT UK.

She and Ember Moon put on an excellent back-and-forth contest this week. Ray won, but Moon gained a lot in defeat. After a stellar performance, she showed visible frustration during an interview.

The former WWE SmackDown star even teased a heel turn. Things could get interesting for Ember Moon, while Kay Lee Ray herself moves closer towards an NXT Women's Championship match.

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#2 Worst: Carmelo Hayes shouldn't have lost before his title match on NXT

You don't mess with F A M I L I A....Especially @elektralopezwwe. #WWENXT @Carmelo_WWE @EscobarWWE pic.twitter.com/2xsAst0IPn

— WWE NXT (@WWENXT) September 8, 2021

As a result of winning the NXT Breakout Tournament, Carmelo Hayes has a title shot lined up soon. He can challenge for any belt and should ideally be kept as strong as possible heading into it.

However, Hayes has already lost. He took on Santos Escobar in an admittedly good match, but it was unnecessary. This kind of booking belongs on WWE RAW, where it is difficult to gain any real momentum.

Carmelo Hayes may have been protected as his loss came following a bodyslam from Elektra Lopez, but he should not have lost until after his title match on the brand. The chances of him winning have also drastically reduced as a result.