Konan
08-06-2009, 07:56 AM
The Pretty Ricky character is not done, but Ron "R-Truth" Killings presently lacks firm support from WWE's creative team. The feeling is that while he works hard and has great charisma, his old age (37) counters the youth-oriented focus of WWE's star-building. Nonetheless, Vince McMahon remains a big supporter; he "loves" the Pretty Ricky character.
WWE officials are reportedly very high on the SmackDown! brand right now. At the July 31 meeting, which featured the Summerslam card overhaul that has been discussed in recent reports, those present greatly put over CM Punk, Jeff Hardy, Cryme Tyme, Chris Jericho and John Morrison. While RAW remains the flagship brand, the fact that recent SmackDown! episodes have drawn immense critical acclaim is not lost on WWE.
WWE officials are reportedly very high on the SmackDown! brand right now. At the July 31 meeting, which featured the Summerslam card overhaul that has been discussed in recent reports, those present greatly put over CM Punk, Jeff Hardy, Cryme Tyme, Chris Jericho and John Morrison. While RAW remains the flagship brand, the fact that recent SmackDown! episodes have drawn immense critical acclaim is not lost on WWE.