The wrestling world may have been shocked by R-Truth’s WWE departure, but according to WWE Hall of Famer Teddy Long, the veteran performer is far from devastated. In fact, Long suggests this unexpected career shift could unlock the superstar we’ve never truly witnessed.
R-Truth Embraces His Post-WWE Future
During an appearance on the Road Trip After Hours podcast, Long shared details from a personal conversation with R-Truth following his WWE exit. The Hall of Famer painted a picture of a man at peace with his professional transition.
“I talked to Truth, and he’s happy with it. I saw his statement that he made after the release. So you know, it’s like this with me. If Truth is happy, I love it.”
Long’s perspective carries weight in the wrestling community, especially given his own experiences navigating unexpected career changes within WWE’s corporate structure. He emphasized that dwelling on the departure serves no constructive purpose.
A Divine Opportunity in Disguise
The former SmackDown General Manager believes there’s a higher power at work in R-Truth’s career trajectory. Long drew parallels to his own WWE experiences, suggesting that what appears to be a setback might actually be a setup.
“Do you know what this may — God does things for a reason? This may be the best thing to ever happen to him.”
Long referenced his own history with WWE executive John Laurinaitis, noting how that difficult period ultimately led to positive outcomes in his career. This perspective offers a fascinating lens through which to view R-Truth’s current situation.
Unleashing the Real R-Truth
Podcast co-host Mac Davis brought up an intriguing possibility that many wrestling fans have long wondered about. Could R-Truth’s departure finally allow him to showcase dimensions of his character that WWE’s creative constraints never permitted?
“We might see the R-Truth that we have never got to see where he’s allowed to be him.”
This observation touches on a common theme in professional wrestling—talented performers who never reach their full potential due to creative limitations or character pigeonholing.
The Little Jimmy Connection
In a creative twist, Long suggested that R-Truth’s iconic imaginary friend Little Jimmy could play a role in his career renaissance. The Hall of Famer proposed a unique approach to reintroducing R-Truth to wrestling audiences.
“He needs to sit down and… have a conversation with Little Jimmy. And Little Jimmy needs to kind of help bring our truth back to light… let Little Jimmy guide our truth back into the spotlight.”
This concept demonstrates how R-Truth could potentially bridge his WWE persona with a more authentic version of himself moving forward.
WWE Return Speculation Addressed
While Davis noted that R-Truth didn’t receive the typical “future endeavors” farewell message that WWE usually sends to released talent, Long remained realistic about the situation. The Hall of Famer believes this chapter with WWE has genuinely concluded, at least for the foreseeable future.
Long’s firm stance suggests he has insider knowledge about the circumstances surrounding R-Truth’s departure and the likelihood of any immediate reconciliation with WWE.
What’s Next for the Veteran Performer
With decades of experience and a loyal fanbase still chanting “We Want Truth,” the veteran performer has numerous options ahead of him. Long’s endorsement and the widespread fan support create a foundation for whatever comes next in R-Truth’s career.
The wrestling landscape offers more opportunities than ever for talented performers to reinvent themselves outside WWE’s umbrella. Could we finally witness the version of R-Truth that his supporters have always believed existed beneath the comedy segments? Only time will tell if Teddy Long’s prediction proves prophetic.
