Guest cdub112 Report post Posted October 31, 2005 This is up on wwe.com's main site right now: SmackDown Superstar Christian has quit WWE. Check back here later today as more information becomes available. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Only The Strong Survive 0 Report post Posted October 31, 2005 No fucking way. This has got to be bullshit. EDIT: Nevermind... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hyperchord24 0 Report post Posted October 31, 2005 A worked shoot? A la edge, matt and lita? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AndrewTS 0 Report post Posted October 31, 2005 Well, he quit himself and wasn't released, at least. Of course, lack of details won't stop us from speculating that he quit because WWE wouldn't give him anything resembling a push even though he was getting over well by himself several times. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MillenniumMan831 0 Report post Posted October 31, 2005 I highly doubt the one month where he actually wins a match (against Spanky on Velocity) that he'd quit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alfdogg 0 Report post Posted October 31, 2005 Yeah, I'm going to wait for someone else to confirm this. WWE certainly isn't above working the fans over something like this on its website. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aero 0 Report post Posted October 31, 2005 Holy shit... If it's true, that color me disappointed. He was one of my current favorites. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sluggo 0 Report post Posted October 31, 2005 After looking at the Smackdown spoilers, I wouldn't blame him Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NYU 0 Report post Posted October 31, 2005 They already took his profile off the Smackdown Superstars page. It's a shame. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
razazteca 0 Report post Posted October 31, 2005 Christian should join Team Canada in TNA..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Black Lushus 0 Report post Posted October 31, 2005 good for him, now he can go to TNA and not do anything there either... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Celtic Guardian 0 Report post Posted October 31, 2005 I highly doubt the one month where he actually wins a match (against Spanky on Velocity) that he'd quit. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Yeah, that'll placate a guy, being given a meaningless win on a throwaway show. If this quitting business is a shoot, good for Christian. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Chrisly_2005 Report post Posted October 31, 2005 This is not good news. Christian was one of my favorite guys on TV, let alone Smackdown. I sure hope this isnt a decision that he lives to regret. TNA should sign this guy pronto because he has drawing power, especially if they use him right. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iliketurtles 0 Report post Posted October 31, 2005 Holy f'n shit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hyperchord24 0 Report post Posted October 31, 2005 Does he have a no compete clause? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dubq 0 Report post Posted October 31, 2005 good for him, now he can go to TNA and not do anything there either... <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Seconded. If true: good for him! I'd rather see him in TNA where he'd at least be recognized for his talent. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest jackie fargo Report post Posted October 31, 2005 You guys are getting worked-this is the WWE's new direction-they are working storylines... ALA- the Micheals-Hogan match-Micheals shooting on Hogan Lita-Matt-Edge- J.R. being fired- Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dubq 0 Report post Posted October 31, 2005 You guys are getting worked-this is the WWE's new direction-they are working storylines... ALA- the Micheals-Hogan match-Micheals shooting on Hogan Lita-Matt-Edge- J.R. being fired- <{POST_SNAPBACK}> The initial happenings of Lita/Matt/Edge was not a work. He was released. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iliketurtles 0 Report post Posted October 31, 2005 If this was an angle, they wouldn't have taped him being on Smackdown last night then. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cameron chaos 0 Report post Posted October 31, 2005 I guess the guy got pissed after being told for years "guys have to get themselves over, they can't expect to just be given a push because they think they deserve one", and then after he got himself over he was rewarded with constantly jobbing. He was never the most exciting performer but when motivated and working with the right person he has pulled out some nifty spots and if nothing else has been consistently entertaining for the last 2 years since his run as The Rock's suck up. It's a shame as he has rarely been injured despite taking crazy bumps over the years with the exception of his back injury last year. I guess he got tired of banging on the glass ceiling, momentarily breaking through (as he did in the Cena feud) before others protecting their spots got management to reinforce the floor yet again. Having his merch dumped earlier this year, taking away his income from royalties on those, probably didn't help either. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DrVenkman PhD 0 Report post Posted October 31, 2005 From Meltzer: Jay Reso's final match in WWE was last night at the TV tapings in Los Angeles. While the WWE web site reported him quitting, which was accurate, what happened was a week ago in San Francisco, he was given a new contract, as his old one expired, and told to sign on the spot. He didn't sign. He did come back to work and do another job last night when he quit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
4hartthreat 0 Report post Posted October 31, 2005 Well I guess that was a wasted vote for Taboo Tuesday..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haws bah gawd 0 Report post Posted October 31, 2005 I dont want to start a flame-war or anything, but I never saw what the big fuss was over Christian. He's decent on the mic, but has never greatly impressed me in the ring (aside from taking his share of SICK bumps during TC matches). Gotta give him his due for telling WWE to stick it and quit on them since hes been the token jobber for the company the entire year. If he can get signed with TNA, maybe I will get to see some more impressive things from him in the ring. Good luck to him, for sure! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Boon 0 Report post Posted October 31, 2005 Today, I weep. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iliketurtles 0 Report post Posted October 31, 2005 I hope he fucking wins Taboo Tuesday. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eiker_ir 0 Report post Posted October 31, 2005 one of the most underrated and entertaining guys in the roster, this sucks if true.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest SavageRulz Report post Posted October 31, 2005 I wonder if this has anything to do with or if it is going to affect Taboo Tuesday in any way? It probably doesn't, but Christian was on the ballot, and I'm sure he did receive some votes. It probably doesn't mean much for the PPV as WWE is probably going to put Rey Mysterio and JBL in the match regardless, but just something that sprang to mind. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vampiro69 0 Report post Posted October 31, 2005 Wow, this is a shock. Hopefully he goes to a place where he will be utilized better. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dubq 0 Report post Posted October 31, 2005 I wonder if this has anything to do with or if it is going to affect Taboo Tuesday in any way? It probably doesn't, but Christian was on the ballot, and I'm sure he did receive some votes. It probably doesn't mean much for the PPV as WWE is probably going to put Rey Mysterio and JBL in the match regardless, but just something that sprang to mind. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Yeah, right, like Taboo Tuesday voting isn't a fixed outcome already... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dubq 0 Report post Posted October 31, 2005 From Meltzer: Jay Reso's final match in WWE was last night at the TV tapings in Los Angeles. While the WWE web site reported him quitting, which was accurate, what happened was a week ago in San Francisco, he was given a new contract, as his old one expired, and told to sign on the spot. He didn't sign. He did come back to work and do another job last night when he quit. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Guess that means there is no no-compete clause bullshit for him to worry about. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
