#9 Adam Cole

At one time, it was thought that Adam Cole would never grace a WWE ring with his august presence, despite being one of the most versatile and technical performers in the world today.
The reason was simple; he was 'too small' for the WWE. But Triple H's NXT brand has seen the rise of many 'too small' wrestlers who have gone on to achieve amazing things. How was Adam Cole's 2019?
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Win/Loss Record: Some time spent recovering from injury meant Adam Cole only wrestled a handful of matches in 2019, but with five wins and three losses he won more than he lost. Grade: B
Championships: Adam Cole reigned as the NXT champion and the unofficial leader of Undisputed Era. Grade: A
Mass Media Appeal: Not many outside of the wrestling industry recognize Adam Cole. Grade: D
Industry Influence: Adam Cole has been on the cutting edge of pro wrestling evolution almost since he first laced up a pair of boots. Grade: A+
Overall Grade: B- Cole's low activity hampered his score somewhat, but it's still impressive.