One Big Thing
WWE commentator Corey Graves has deleted his social media posts about his apparent demotion to NXT, including claims about “not being famous enough” and a promised explanation that never materialized.
Why It Matters
This situation highlights growing tensions within WWE’s commentary team following Pat McAfee’s return and raises questions about the company’s treatment of long-term talent.
Key Details
- Graves appeared visibly unhappy during the January 7 “NXT: New Year’s Evil” broadcast
- He posted controversial tweets after the January 13 episode of Raw
- Graves was absent from the January 14 NXT episode where he promised to explain his situation
- He has since left Florida, where NXT is filmed
- Blake Howard replaced Graves on the January 15 episode of “WWE Speed
By The Numbers
- Graves signed a new WWE contract in January 2024
- He remains under contract for several more years
- This marks his first major controversy since joining the commentary team
Current Status
Graves remains absent from WWE programming, with no official statement from either party about his future role. His recent contract signing suggests this situation will need resolution for both sides to move forward.
Looking Ahead
The immediate future of WWE’s commentary teams remains unclear. The company must balance its use of mainstream personalities like Pat McAfee with experienced wrestling broadcasters like Graves.
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