- The decision was made not to bring back Chris Jericho at No Mercy because the company felt it was too soon.
- Raw head writer Brian Gewirtz was in favor on Jericho appearing at No Mercy, but Vince McMahon was said to be totally against it.
- Apparently the plan was for Randy Orton to win the WWE title at No Mercy had he faced John Cena
Source: Gerweck