As the wrestling world braces for a potentially seismic shift, speculation looms over the future of WWE’s Monday Night RAW. With dwindling ratings in recent years, former head writer Vince Russo believes USA Network might sever ties with the once-mighty show. As the contract expiration in 2024 draws near, the fate of RAW hangs in the balance, leaving fans and industry insiders eagerly anticipating the next chapter in this gripping saga.
Russo said on this week’s episode of the Legion of RAW podcast that he learned that USA Network was unhappy with the ratings RAW has been receiving for several years while he was consulting for the network.
“I don’t know about the love though. Keep in mind, I was consulting for them for two years very recently and they were not happy with the numbers.” (an article from sportskeeda.com WWE reported)
Could WWE’s Monday Night RAW face its darkest hour? Russo hints at a chilling possibility: USA Network dropping the show in upcoming negotiations, disappointed by lackluster numbers. Brace yourself for a potential shakeup in the wrestling landscape.
“They may. Absolutely. I would definitely say 50-50.”
Russo further added, “That’s a fact. I heard it straight from the horse’s mouth. Do people understand that’s why they hired me? Like why would you hire me for two years if you were happy with the show? That’s why they hired me, bro.” (an article from sportskeeda.com WWE reported)
Former WWE head writer Vince Russo didn’t hold back his disappointment with WWE RAW in a recent conversation. One of his major gripes revolved around the fans singing along to the wrestlers’ theme songs during the show. Russo believed that such behavior belonged to a karaoke night rather than a professional wrestling spectacle.
He felt that the constant singing disrupted the show’s flow and took away from the action in the ring. Russo’s criticism raises questions about the role of fan participation in live events and whether it enhances or detracts from the overall experience. Even going so far as to liken WWE RAW to Sesame Street, Vince Russo questioned why viewers’ singalongs were making fun of the program.