The Hammerlock Hangover

This week, Jeff and Steve RETURN! After some time off, the boys are back to talk about Andre The Giant, Road Dogg, Austin Theory, Nick Aldis and Omos. With the joke going around that Andre The Giant was the father of Jesus, we fantasy book other 80s Wrestling legends into Old Testament roles. Road Dogg puts himself over at the expense of Bret Hart; Steve explains why Road Dogg was a better Sports Entertainer that the Excellence of Execution.  Nick Aldis quits NWA; Jeff dives into why this is a great move for Aldis and a troubling one for NWA.  We review WWE Crown Jewel; what were some wins and what were some disappointments? Steve gushes over the potential of Omos.  Is Sami Zayn the most over babyface in WWE right now? We break down his potential of being the guy to uncrown Roman Reigns at Wrestlemania.  MJF drops another "fire" promo; or did he?  Steve explains why MJF set himself up for a burial instead.  Jeff critiques the recent Daniel Bryan vs Sammy Guevara feud; where did it hit and where did it miss?  Austin Theory breaks the IWC with his failure to translate the MITB opportunity into a title win; Steve analyzes why this could either mean Theory is turning face, or might be setting up the return of a WWE icon.  All this plus, WWE sends Shinsuke Nakamura to Japan, a brief AEW Full Gear Preview, and is Steve the only one to confuse PCO with Glacier?

In this episode, Jeff and Steve analyze why Adam "Hangman" Page is an idiot. Many in the IWC start to speculate whether his injury this past Wednesday on AEW Dynamite was a "work" or a "shoot;" we look into both scenarios, and answer the question of whether he's a safe worker.  Another MJF promo and another week where fans call it the "best promo ever;" is it though?  We dissect the promo to reveal whether or not it is indeed the best.  The war between AEW and WWE NXT was rekindled as both brands went head to head for the first time in over a year.  Who won the Tuesday Night War?  The WWE Premium Live Event schedule for 2023 was released; we look at which shows have been removed and which shows have been added, including one show many will find as a surprise. With NXT Halloween Havoc this weekend, we bring you Halloween Havoc predictions! ROH potentially has a new TV deal. Thunder Rosa has a war of words with Toni Storm. Jeff fantasizes about Bray Wyatt's Friday Night Smackdown promo; what excites him about the potential storyline for the returning Eater of Worlds? Bobby Lashley gets his revenge on Brock Lesnar. Elias returns to Monday Night Raw. Baron Corbin returns to Raw; what could have been better about his return and what upside does he have in the next upcoming weeks?  All this plus the latest wrestling news, ratings, and a call from Quincy Elliot's aunt.

On this episode, Jeff and Steve reunite to review WWE Extreme Rules 2022.  Was it the best PPV/PLE of the year? Bray Wyatt returns, who's excited and who's not? Jeff is disappointed by Karrion Kross vs Drew McIntyre. We chat about whether Bayley should have beaten Bianca for the Raw Womens Championship. Is Triple H booking the return of factions to WWE? Seth wins the US Title; should he have after a recent slew of losses? Brock vs Lashley appears to be set up for WWE Crown Jewel; could the return to Saudi Arabia mark the return of Vincent Kennedy McMahon? We fantasy book a femme fatale for the Bullet Club. Give our thoughts on the DX Reunion. And, was Charlotte Flair in Disney's "Hocus Pocus 2?"

In our AEW Review, we label Renee Paquette a "Gamechanger." Why Nancy Pelosi cut a better promo than Adam Page? We recap Tony Khan on Ariel Helwani's YouTube show and show him how to properly answer tough questions.  Has Dan Lambert been quietly released from AEW? What's up with Saraya's start/stop booking?  Has Wardlow cooled off? If so, who is to blame? And, is AEW withholding injury news from the wrestling media?

We close with the Good Brothers allowed to work for WWE and New Japan; Ricky Steamboat prepares for his "last match;" and a summary of the latest wrestling ratings. 

Are AEW wrestlers asking for their releases, only to walk it back? It appears that's the case for Malakai Black, as he took to IG to set recent rumors straight. Jeff and Steve discuss what could be the motive for Malakai to back-peddle. Since debuting on the WWE Main Roster, Damage Control has lost a lot of heat. An argument ensues between the boys as to who is responsible for the recent criticism of Bayley's faction. Is Dexter Lumis getting over or is the experiment over? Seth Rollins debuts a Peruvian Necktie. Jeff fantasy books a Lashley heel turn. The Judgement Day continues to split the boys, as they discuss the pros and cons of the faction's latest moves.  Is Rhea Ripley a "heater?" More White Rabbit stuff; how does it tie into Alice in Wonderland? We speculate as to what other WWE Superstar could be at the root of these teasers. Could we see the return of Bad Bunny? Is Sable Hall of Fame worthy? An analysis of Sasha Banks' latest moves outside of wrestling leaves the IWC guessing her next move.  Our AEW Review gets delayed by a hurricane. Saraya disappoints in her first showing after debuting last week. Why did this leave Jeff wanting more? The Dynamite card flounders with championship matches with no build. Jeff criticizes Adam Page's clothes. And, we discuss which Batman villains would make good wrestling gimmicks.

This week EVERYTHING is AEW-some!  CM Punk returns to face off with Jon Moxley...Jeff and Steve share their takes on what some people are calling "the greatest build since Rock vs Hogan" Despite all the excitement surrounded around Punk's return, what misstep happened that seemed to be missed by most pro-wrestling critics?  Did Punk come back too soon?  Is Tony Khan desperate given the fact WWE is bringing back fresh talent during the Triple H era? We review Darby Allin vs Brody King...how much blood is too much? Why was Sting sleeping in a coffin? Miro drops a promo against Malakai Black...who's the woman trying to touch him? The AEW Trios Tournament begins...we bring you our predictions and discuss why can't Penta El Cero Miedo keep his mask on? In our WWE review, we recap the recent surprise returns of Karrion Kross, Scarlett, and Dexter Lumis. Will their additions to the main roster add any value? Rumors circle around the return of Bray Wyatt, while Sasha keeps her distance from fans.  Jeff and Steve heap praise on Bobby Lashley vs Ciampa on Monday Night Raw. Liv gets boo'd on Smackdown...Steve comes to her rescue while Jeff explains why she's a heel.  The Women's Tag Team tourney begins...we give you our favorites to win the titles. The Dom and Rhea love story continues...Jeff proposes an angle for Dom to earn his lucha mask. We also bring you the NXT Heatwave card, what our best guesses are at the outcomes, and who might be headed to the main roster next. All this plus, the latest wrestling news and ratings!