Huge chance for current champion & more - 3 WWE Superstars who deserve a big push in Men's Money in the Bank Ladder Match
We are inching closer to the highly-anticipated WWE Money in the Bank which will see two superstars walk out with career-chaging opportunities. But it's not just the winner who would benefit from the ladder match booked for the upcoming premium live event.
If booked well, every participant could benefit from subtle storylines and a fair share of the spotlight. There are a few who are currently in the midst of a massive push and will probably pick up big wins on the upcoming show. Others, however, could simply use a strong performance to set up a direction for themselves after the PLE.
Here, we look at three such WWE Superstars who must be pushed during the Men's Money in the Bank Ladder Match. So, without further ado, let's begin.
#1. Andrade makes a statement
Andrade returned to WWE earlier this year and has been booked strongly ever since. He locked horns with Grayson Waller and Kevin Owens in the Money in the Bank qualifier and won the Triple-Threat match to book his spot in the ladder match. The reigning WWE Speed Champion needs to go after the top pieces of gold on SmackDown, and it could all start with his upcoming match.
Andrade should be booked as a huge threat in the match so he can use the credibility in his potential feuds on the blue brand. He could be a great addition to the United States Championship picture, and the creative team can push him toward the gold by having him enjoy decent spells of domination in the Money in the Bank Ladder Match.
#2. Carmelo Hayes touches Money in the Bank briefcase
Carmelo Hayes was called up to SmackDown during the WWE Draft this year and he challenged Cody Rhodes to a match on his debuting night. The former NXT Champion could not beat The American Nightmare, but it was a solid statement of intent. Hayes defeated Randy Orton and Tama Tonga in the Money in the Bank qualifier on last week's SmackDown to earn a shot at the coveted briefcase.
Although it is unlikely that Carmelo Hayes will win Money in the Bank, it is an excellent opportunity to push him as a top heel. He could use an opportunist plot to get closer to the briefcase or cost another major name his clear chance. Carmelo has often argued with LA Knight backstage. If the latter wins the United States Championship down the line, Hayes would be an excellent contender.
#3. Santos Escobar earns a career-changing spot on WWE SmackDown
Santos Escobar is scheduled to lock horns with LA Knight and Logan Paul in a Triple-Threat qualifier booked for SmackDown this week. He must be the one to win the upcoming match and earn the final spot in the bout. It would also leave space to kickstart the title feud between Logan and Knight, especially if they cost each other the opportunity on the blue brand.
Escobar currently leads Legado Del Fantasma on SmackDown, and he desperately needs a stronger run on the blue brand. The Money in the Bank Ladder Match would allow him to showcase his prowess and potentially start new feuds that would help both him and his stable. If not, his parting ways with LWO would appear futile.