AEW signs Big Show!

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I know this is the WWE board, but this is huge news for every promotion. We can discuss here how it impacts McMahon's promotion - a 22-year run comes to a close. Did not see this coming at all. Gotta be their biggest sign ever, bigger than Jim Ross, Chris Jericho, or Matt Hardy. Wow!

www.ringsidenews.com/2021/02/24/aew-signs-the-big-show-paul-wight/

[mattyicemollie1283]

sorry but AEW signing another WWE or WCW star waaaaaaaaaaaaaay past their prime is not a big deal. Let me know when they steal away a star who has like 10 years of his prime left,

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Feb 24, 2021 11:16:50 GMT -5 mattyicemollie1283 said:

sorry but AEW signing another WWE or WCW star waaaaaaaaaaaaaay past their prime is not a big deal. Let me know when they steal away a star who has like 10 years of his prime left,

This guy is still a huge name. WWE is building their company around Edge right now, who is literally one year younger than Big Show. You know this is big.

[McBlake]

Biggest literally, perhaps. Figuratively, I don't think so.

[mattyicemollie1283]

They are building a storyline around Edge...The company is built on Drew and Roman right now.

[JOEJOEJOEJOE]

Wow Big Show turning heel for the 1000th time but this time in real life

[Turnbuckle Zealot(Phil)]

Apparently he is signed as a commentator, so hopefully he won't be persuaded to do anything dangerous or too stupid. It is technically a huge deal as he is a world famous name so this draws a ton of attention to them. If only they could book their way out of a paper bag.

[hitmancmedge]

Feb 24, 2021 11:18:48 GMT -5 @tedbaxter said:

Feb 24, 2021 11:16:50 GMT -5 mattyicemollie1283 said:

sorry but AEW signing another WWE or WCW star waaaaaaaaaaaaaay past their prime is not a big deal. Let me know when they steal away a star who has like 10 years of his prime left,

This guy is still a huge name. WWE is building their company around Edge right now, who is literally one year younger than Big Show. You know this is big.

You are vastly overrating what Big Show brings to the table in 2021. It’s a nice get for them, but really nothing more. Hopefully he is a good commentator and doesn’t get in the ring.

[TKO Propagandist]

He's a good get for their new show. One of the best to ever do it. Surprised though but damn. Big business even if his days in the ring are behind him.

[tylerbreezee]

Had no idea Big Show wasn’t even under contract with WWE lol

[TKO Propagandist]

Commentator, Shaq match, Go Big Show Show

[tylerbreezee]

AEW Fans: WWE just relies on old stars instead of building new ones!

AEW: *Curb your enthusiasm theme*

[ICW]

I'm fine with him primarily serving as a commentator (he's a really good speaker on podcasts), a phenomenal PR guy to have, and I'm even okay with him as an occasional wrestler

[TKO Propagandist]

Feb 24, 2021 11:45:40 GMT -5 tylerbreezee said:

AEW Fans: WWE just relies on old stars instead of building new ones!

AEW: *Curb your enthusiasm theme*

Context is king.

[TKO Propagandist]

Another legend that was mistreated during their time towards the end in New York so they split. Now if Kurt would join AEW that would be something. But he keeps turning down offers from Vince to do producing, training & managing. Plus he has his new podcast gig. So he probably wouldn't.

[tylerbreezee]

Feb 24, 2021 11:51:14 GMT -5 TKO Propagandist said:

Feb 24, 2021 11:45:40 GMT -5 tylerbreezee said:

AEW Fans: WWE just relies on old stars instead of building new ones!

AEW: *Curb your enthusiasm theme*

Context is king.

I know it said for a commentator, twas a joke

[TKO Propagandist]

Feb 24, 2021 11:57:21 GMT -5 tylerbreezee said:

Feb 24, 2021 11:51:14 GMT -5 TKO Propagandist said:

Context is king.

I know it said for a commentator, twas a joke

I hope he wrestles some tho. A tag team with Cody I would like.

[Odafin Tutuola]

Press Release

-- Wight Joins Commentary for New YouTube Extension, AEW Dark: Elevation --


February 24, 2021 – As 2021 shapes up to be the year for AEW’s biggest shows yet, today the promotion announced that wrestling legend Paul Wight signed a long-term deal, adding yet another universally regarded name to AEW’s roster of stars, legends, and upcoming talent. Wight will have an extensive role within AEW, and on top of his return to the ring, he will serve as a commentator on AEW’s newest show, AEW Dark: Elevation.


Complementing AEW Dark on Tuesdays, AEW Dark: Elevation will air on Mondays at 7 p.m. ET on AEW’s YouTube channel, and will showcase AEW’s established and rising stars, as well as the top independent wrestlers within the industry, competing against each other in the ring in pursuit of wins. AEW Dark: Elevation will also maintain continuity with AEW DYNAMITE, AEW Dark, AEW pay-per-view shows and streaming events, with wins and losses factoring into each wrestler’s ranking in the company.


With new wrestling programming now available three nights per week, AEW continues to solidify its position as the fastest growing and hottest promotion in professional wrestling.


“It’s been amazing to watch what AEW has built in just a couple of years,” said Paul Wight. “AEW Dark is an incredible platform to hone the skills of up-and-coming wrestlers, but I also love that established AEW talent can build out their personalities and showcase themselves in new ways on Dark. It’s no exaggeration when they say that AEW is boundless.”


“Paul Wight is one of the most recognizable and impressive professional athletes in the world,” said Tony Khan, CEO, GM and Head of Creative of AEW. “He wanted to come to AEW because he believes that we’re the best promotion in wrestling, and we believe that he has a lot to offer us, both in the ring as a wrestler, and also outside the ring as a commentator, host and ambassador for AEW.”


“Paul is one of the most experienced stars in all of wrestling, and he’s eager to work with our diverse roster,” added Khan. "He can benefit and guide our young talent with his mentorship, and his expert commentary on AEW Dark: Elevation will educate and entertain our fans, and also educate the younger wrestlers on the roster. Furthermore, Paul enters AEW as a licensed wrestler, and he’s very much looking forward to studying our talent firsthand from the commentary desk in preparation for his return to the ring!”


Already a monumental day for AEW, be sure to tune in to AEW DYNAMITE tonight on TNT at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT for additional announcements surrounding Wight’s signing, the new AEW Dark: Elevation show, and the identity of Wight’s commentary partner.

[hbkowns]

All due respect to Show, I don’t think he’s worth that kind of money. And you know for sure Show wouldn’t have left WWE if Tony Khan didn’t offer him substantial money. If he’s going to only be commentating, fine, but I don’t have any interest in seeing Big Show perform in a ring in 2021, same goes for Sting.

[CM Tusk]

It’s only been a couple years and I’m already tired of the WWE vs AEW fan mindset. There isn’t an actual competition. You can like both. Him signing doesn’t hurt WWE. Good for him getting the paycheck. Honestly though, I haven’t given a damn about anything the guy has done since 2008, so this news doesn’t really matter to me.