One Big Thing
Former WWE Champion Bobby Lashley has revealed he believes WWE deliberately tried to diminish his star power in his final months with the company, including being pulled from WrestleMania programming and relegated to background roles.
Why It Matters
Lashley’s situation highlights an ongoing pattern in WWE where established stars sometimes face reduced roles before their contracts expire, potentially affecting their market value for future negotiations.
Key Details
• Lashley’s downward trajectory began after his DQ victory over Brock Lesnar at Elimination Chamber
• Original WrestleMania 39 plans involving Bray Wyatt were scrapped due to Wyatt’s illness
• His role was reduced to brief appearances and background segments
• Despite the reduced spotlight, Lashley maintained strong crowd reactions
Direct Quote
“They’re trying to bury me as much as they can. Pull me off of WrestleMania the first time in my entire career. Just put me in the back where I was in the background just wearing a suit, doing nothing,” Lashley stated on The Lame Guys Podcast.
By The Numbers
• 2 WWE Championship reigns
• 3 Intercontinental Championship runs
• 2 United States Championship victories
• 1 ECW World Championship
Career Highlights
• Led The Hurt Business faction
• Multiple high-profile victories over Brock Lesnar
• Successful mentorship role with The Street Profits
• Consistent main event presence from 2020-2022
The Bottom Line
Despite feeling underutilized in his final months, Lashley’s legacy as one of WWE’s most dominant performers remains intact. His ability to maintain professionalism and crowd connection even during reduced television time demonstrates his value as a top-tier performer.
What do you think about WWE’s treatment of Bobby Lashley in his final months? Was this a strategic decision by WWE management or a missed opportunity? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
