After Odyssey Jones, Jimmy Uso, Shane McMahon and 5 forgotten WWE stars that need a push before the end of 2024
WWE Monday Night RAW last week was the first edition of the red brand following SummerSlam 2024. The show was a big one, as it featured the in-ring debut of The Wyatt Sicks, a surprise appearance by Randy Orton, and more.
Perhaps the biggest surprise of the night was the debut of Odyssey Jones. The big man appeared out of nowhere to help Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods fight off The Final Testament.
Before his debut, Jones had been on the waiting list to debut on television for over a year. He was drafted to the main roster in 2023 and then again in 2024, yet for whatever reason his debut was constantly delayed. The forgotten star is forgotten no longer, however, as he is now on television.
There are other figures in the company who are either forgotten about or, at the very least, haven't been pushed by the creative team. This article will take a look at seven other names that Triple H must remember to push for the benefit of the company moving forward in 2024.
Below are seven forgotten WWE stars who need a push before the end of 2024.
#7 Omos stands out in modern WWE
Omos is one of the scariest individuals in pro wrestling. He goes by the nickname The Nigerian Giant, and for good reason, as he towers over everybody else in the promotion. Even Braun Strowman is smaller than WWE's giant Omos.
The big man hasn't had a singles match on WWE television in over a year and has otherwise only competed in a handful of Battle Royals. While Omos isn't the in-ring worker that so many on the roster are, that is exactly his appeal.
The man is a living, breathing giant, and for that reason alone he should be brought back to television and pushed. Omos stands out among the smaller roster with a focus on workrate, which in turn helps make the product feel more diverse.
#6 Shinsuke Nakamura has been absent for a while
Shinsuke Nakamura is a veteran of the pro wrestling scene. With more experience than almost anyone else in WWE, Nakamura was a hit in Japan and then won numerous titles in World Wrestling Entertainment.
The King of Strong Style had a renewed push last year on WWE RAW. This saw Nakamura feud with Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins, elevating him to the highest point he's been at in years.
Unfortunately, ever since being drafted to SmackDown, Nakamura has been absent again. With the time ticking down on the veteran's wrestling career, it would be wise for the creative team to give him one last push.
#5 Tegan Nox is vastly underutilized
Tegan Nox is an extremely underrated female star. She got her start in the European independent scene before joining WWE through the Mae Young Classic. After thriving in NXT, and NXT UK, she has had two stints on the main roster. The first was arguably a flop, while the second has been an improvement, but is still inconsistent.
The Girl With The Shiniest Wizard is another star who was drafted from WWE RAW to SmackDown earlier this year and has yet to debut on the brand. Just like Nakamura, she should be pushed.
Unlike Nakamura, who is on the tail end of his career, Tegan is still quite young. She has many years left as an in-ring competitor and Triple H would be wise to capitalize on that by beginning a push for the underutilized performer.
#4 Triple H must book Shane McMahon to keep him away from AEW
Shane McMahon is a legend in pro wrestling. Despite being a non-wrestler, he has managed to have some of the most memorable matches in WWE history. He is a daredevil capable of incredible stunts.
The son of Vince McMahon shocked fans when he was seen meeting with Tony Khan, the president of All Elite Wrestling. Many fans believe he could now be on his way to the Jacksonville-based promotion.
Supposing that Shane hasn't put anything in writing yet, World Wrestling Entertainment can get him back and put him on television. It may prevent any publicity AEW could get from Shane-O-Mac's potential involvement.
#3 Karl Anderson & #2 Luke Gallows, The Good Brothers' veteran experience will help younger teams
The Good Brothers are a tag team in WWE comprised of Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson. The two have had tons of success worldwide, winning gold in Japan, TNA Wrestling, and even on RAW.
The members of The O.C. have had an up-and-down push in WWE. While they've been regulars on NXT, the pair haven't been treated as important on the main roster. Triple H needs to correct this sooner rather than later.
Gallows and Anderson are veterans and thus can help the less experienced teams on SmackDown grow and become better. As good as the likes of Pretty Deadly, Baron Corbin and Apollo Crews, and Legado del Fantasma are, they'd all benefit by working with The Good Brothers if they were to finally be pushed.
#1 Triple H must push Jimmy Uso like his brother
Jimmy Uso has had quite the career. As one of The Usos, he established himself as one of the greatest tag team wrestlers ever. He later found even more success as part of The Bloodline, arguably the best stable of all time.
The big brother of Jey Uso hasn't been seen on WWE television since the SmackDown after WrestleMania. It was at that event that Jimmy was beaten down and destroyed by Solo Sikoa and The Bloodline.
Many fans thought he'd be back to get revenge or even introduce Roman Reigns ahead of The Big Dog's return, but Jimmy has seemingly been forgotten about. Given the push Jey has received, Jimmy should absolutely be brought back to television and given the ball. He might become as big of a singles star as his twin if given the chance.