One Big Thing
Former WWE announcer Jonathan Coachman calls out Corey Graves for his apparent frustration over being reassigned to NXT, highlighting the common nature of announcer rotations in WWE.
Why It Matters
This situation reveals the internal dynamics of WWE’s announcing team and raises questions about professional conduct within the company. The controversy highlights the prestigious nature of main roster announcing positions and the expectation of flexibility in role assignments.
Key Details
- Graves reportedly showed frustration over his move from the main roster to NXT
- Graves didn’t appear for his scheduled NXT appearance and was seen at Orlando Airport
- Coachman points out similar moves happened to other prominent announcers:
- Jim Ross – 5 times
- Michael Cole – multiple times
- Coachman himself – multiple times
Direct Quote
“Embrace whatever role you have and understand that you are lucky to have it. There are only 3-5 of these jobs at the highest level,” Coachman stated on Twitter.
By The Numbers
- Only 3-5 top-level announcing positions exist in WWE
- Multiple veteran announcers have faced similar reassignments
Background Context
Coachman and Graves have a history of tension, dating back to 2018 when they worked together on Raw alongside Michael Cole. Coachman has previously suggested that Graves was reluctant to work with him during this period.
What’s Next
WWE has not officially commented on Graves’ status or future role within the company. The situation remains developing, with potential implications for NXT’s announcing team structure.
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