Jim Ross Blogs On DX On Commentary, Kofi Kingston, Sheamus, More
Posted by Larry Csonka on 11.03.2009
More blogging from JR…
- Jim Ross has posted a new blog, here are the highlights…
On DX's Raw Commentary: DX's commentary on the main event was entertaining. For a former Raw announcer, their remarks were amusing. At least it was a change of pace and was a new element added to the presentation.
On Kofi Kingston: Good to see Kofi Kingston, who's now from his original homeland, continue to get his at bats. Kofi and Orton represent in ring youth which is a really good thing on which to build. Kofi's next few months of TV exposure will be crucial in his development as fans seem to be curious as far Kofi can go. I happen to feel that Kofi has a distinctive upside. However, too many stubbed toes or false starts seem to be the kiss of death with many of today's fans.
On Sheamus: The continued evolution of Sheamus, the big Irish guy with no last name, is something that I'm enjoying. Hopefully, this build will be consistent and not rushed as it is obvious to me that Sheamus, the big Irish guy with no last name, has marketable potential. I like his size, physicality, and obvious toughness and he also has a strong work ethic and desire to not just be a player to be be a main event player. Sheamus is one of the most intriguing personas in WWE right now for my money. Can you imagine how fast Sheamus would progress if he were managed by a red hot, mouthpiece who was relevant in today's marketplace?
On Chris Jericho And The Big Show: Until the duo of Jericho and Big Show lowered the boom on the heroes Monday night, Raw felt like a somewhat, light hearted broadcast which isn't an indictment. I never felt any serious "fan angst" watching the show until the last few in ring minutes. For a PG rated TV show, this feedback isn't unusual or negative. It's simply what it is.
"On DX's Raw Commentary: DX's commentary on the main event was entertaining. For a former Raw announcer, their remarks were amusing. At least it was a change of pace and was a new element added to the presentation."
I'll translate for you: "These 2 guys are the only ones who can get away with exposing Michael Cole for the talentless shitbag he is on live TV without getting reprimanded."
Posted By: Brad B (Guest) on November 03, 2009 at 09:07 PM
If you think being Irish and having no last name is bad try being Finlay with no first name or just being called little bastard for the first 6 months of your career.
Posted By: The Dutch (Guest) on November 03, 2009 at 09:21 PM
I agreed with Jr on some things until the raw remark and Dx. but other then that. I agreed with him
Posted By: Guest#2151 (Guest) on November 03, 2009 at 09:55 PM
If you could get Heyman to manage Sheamus, I'd buy it all ways round, Heyman is, for me, the single best talker out there with the possible exception of Jim Cornette.
I mean, I'd actually watch WWE programming and buy WWE PPV's if Heyman were still on them promoting exciting new up and comers in a serious manner. Dude makes intimidating wrestlers just plain scary.
Posted By: Jon (Guest) on November 03, 2009 at 10:07 PM
"The continued evolution of Sheamus, the big Irish guy with no last name... hopefully, this build will be consistent and not rushed as it is obvious to me that Sheamus, the big Irish guy with no last name,"
I think that's a little "hint hint" at Vince. "O'Shaunessy" is marketable as hell.
Posted By: Guest#1082 (Guest) on November 03, 2009 at 10:33 PM
No Ross. DX's commentary was stale and boring.
Posted By: The Informer (Guest) on November 03, 2009 at 10:41 PM
it may have been too much 'insider' on commentary, but jr is right. it was something different. sure dx basically buried an entire roster on the show but atleast it is new ppl week in and week out.
Posted By: MIKEYYYYYY (Guest) on November 03, 2009 at 11:08 PM
I think they should name him Sheamus McGuinness.
Posted By: 4:20 (Guest) on November 04, 2009 at 02:11 AM
I don't think Sheamus needs a manager, he needs good booking, he needs to talk little and speak with his actions, I would buy him more as a lone tweener bad ass that beats you no matter if you're a good or a bad guy, he has yet to do really impressive things in the ring but at least he looks tough, strong, and has a unique look, he has a future in the WWE.
Posted By: Max (Guest) on November 04, 2009 at 05:37 AM
DX on commentary is cringe-worthy. I wish HHH smoked so he could get throat cancer.
Posted By: Zingy (Guest) on November 04, 2009 at 08:00 AM
I'll translate for you: "These 2 guys are the only ones who can get away with exposing Michael Cole for the talentless shitbag he is on live TV without getting reprimanded."
LOL!!!
VINTAGE DX!!
Posted By: rated_R_superstar (Guest) on November 04, 2009 at 01:00 PM
Was going to say something but Brad B made so much sense with his comment that I dont have to. Oh and Brad I agree with everything you just wrote. Michael Troll is a shitbag.
Posted By: guest (Guest) on November 04, 2009 at 01:16 PM
"If you could get Heyman to manage Sheamus, I'd buy it all ways round, Heyman is, for me, the single best talker out there with the possible exception of Jim Cornette.
I mean, I'd actually watch WWE programming and buy WWE PPV's if Heyman were still on them promoting exciting new up and comers in a serious manner. Dude makes intimidating wrestlers just plain scary."
Because that worked out real well for Brock Lesnar. Whatever happened to that guy, BTW? Is he still main eventing on RAW?
Posted By: lilwayne1 (Guest) on November 04, 2009 at 05:01 PM
