KingBoggs33

Ehhhh....why not.... WWF takes New Jack Then I will leave this draft.

As much as I want to take New Jack. He doesn't fit the WWF in any sense of the word. WWF will sign Erik Watts......yep...that just happen....incoming Rookie of the Year.

WWF will take Glenn Jacobs (Kane)

I use ChatGPT. I love the added visual component, and I don't have to feel like a bother asking people to make graphics for me. So I just went that route. I always hated asking people to do that stuff for me. So I am just using AI because why not. The technology is there; might as well use it. I am going to have to fix the Survivor Series poster for sure, but I kept it for this show cause it amused me. It didn't follow my prompt at all. Glad you are enjoying what I am putting out. It's making it easier for me cause I got college starting back tomorrow. So my time is going to be VERY limited going forward till around Royal Rumble time.

The World Wrestling Federation Presents SUMMERSLAM LIVE FROM THE BOSTON GARDEN https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vTZe87juXsX_DIThXG8x-ruH3ycrnAZVZB696bxrSXriYACoWE5Q2ZyWpYd9E18hSSiGxCO8r71QJDc/pub

WWF Presents SummerSlam '91 Main Event WWF World Heavyweight Championship Terry Funk(c) vs Ric Flair Six-Man Tag Team Match Hulk Hogan, Dusty Rhodes and Jake Roberts vs Ted DiBiase, Andre The Giant and Virgil WWF World Tag Team Championship Power and Glory(c) with Slick vs Nikita Koloff/The Taylor Made Man vs Tito Santana/Jim Duggan vs Bob Orton/Greg Valentine with Gary Hart WWF IC Championship Earthquake(c) with Jimmy Hart vs Kerry Von Erich with Tugboat WWF Television Championship The Dynamite Kid(c) vs The Mountie with Jimmy Hart Jerry The King Lawler vs The Junkyard Dog Bob Backlund vs Nailz Dan Spivey with Slick vs The Warlord The Z-Man with Gary Hart vs Brutus Beefcake Tatanka vs Dino Bravo with Jimmy Hart

It's awesome to see you back in the game man. I always appreciate the reviews, and the work you put in. Very excited to see where you go from here. I love adding Herb into the game.

WWF News & Notes August 1991 Hogan Signs What May Be Wrestling’s Largest Contract The major industry story this week is Hulk Hogan leaving the AWA for the WWF, with those familiar with the negotiations claiming Hogan has signed what could be the largest contract ever offered to a professional wrestler. Exact financial terms have not been made public, although several people within the business believe the agreement includes a substantial guarantee, a percentage of major event revenue, and considerable protection regarding Hogan’s presentation. The signing is said to have been pushed personally by Vince McMahon, who believes Hogan gives the company access to an audience far beyond its current wrestling fanbase. McMahon reportedly views Hogan as someone who can attract children, casual viewers, sponsors, and mainstream media attention in a way no other wrestler on the roster presently can. The company isn’t treating this as a short-term attraction, either. The expectation is that Hogan will be positioned as one of the central figures in the WWF for as long as the relationship remains successful. There had been some concern that bringing in a star of Hogan’s magnitude could disrupt the existing hierarchy, particularly with Terry Funk, Ric Flair, Ted DiBiase, and Andre the Giant already occupying major positions. The current belief, however, is that McMahon sees Hogan as someone who raises the value of everyone working around him rather than simply replacing the established main event talent. Andre Heel Turn Reportedly Decided Late The decision to turn Andre the Giant and align him with Ted DiBiase’s Million Dollar Corporation was reportedly made very late in the planning process. Until shortly before the event, most of the creative discussion had Andre remaining sympathetic and eventually helping Jake Roberts against DiBiase’s group. The change appears to have been made largely because officials believe Andre can be protected more effectively as a heel. As a babyface, there would be greater pressure to place him in longer matches where he would be expected to make repeated comebacks and provide more physical movement. As part of DiBiase’s organization, Andre can be used as an intimidating presence, interfere selectively, work short stretches in tag matches, and remain a major attraction without being asked to carry the workload of a regular singles wrestler. Those backstage were said to be surprised by the turn, although the general reaction afterward was that it came across as one of the strongest angles the company has produced this year. The visual of Andre standing over Roberts alongside DiBiase’s group immediately created several new directions, particularly with the arrival of Hulk Hogan. Maxx Payne Expected to Debut Soon Maxx Payne is expected to begin with the WWF shortly after completing his remaining commitments. The primary interest in Payne reportedly comes from his overall presentation rather than any belief that he will immediately be pushed as a top-level wrestler. Officials like the fact that Payne can legitimately play the electric guitar and believe the music-based character may appeal to younger viewers. There has already been discussion about building his television introductions around live guitar performances and using the character for merchandising. The WWF has traditionally placed a high value on wrestlers who can be promoted through a clearly defined gimmick, and Payne is viewed as someone who could stand out immediately without requiring months of explanation. No major program has been finalized for him, although the company is expected to introduce him through vignettes before his in-ring debut. WWF High on Kerry Von Erich The arrival of Kerry Von Erich following his successful AWA run was not unexpected, as the WWF had shown interest in him for some time. Vince McMahon is reportedly very high on Kerry’s look, name recognition, and ability to receive an immediate reaction from crowds. The current plan is to position Von Erich as a strong semi-main event babyface who can occasionally be moved into the main event when needed. He isn’t expected to replace Hogan or immediately enter the WWF Championship picture, but the feeling is that he can work underneath major programs, challenge for secondary championships, and provide the company with another credible opponent for its leading heels. His confrontation with Earthquake was designed to establish him immediately, and the expected direction is an Intercontinental Championship match at SummerSlam. Officials believe Kerry’s popularity and athletic presentation make him an ideal opponent for Earthquake, particularly since the champion has been requesting a more prominent program. Company Unhappy with Bravo–Tugboat Match There was considerable disappointment backstage following the Dino Bravo vs. Tugboat match, which several officials felt was well below the standard expected for a major show. The match reportedly drew criticism for being slow, poorly timed, and lacking any meaningful crowd response despite being kept relatively short. The feeling regarding Bravo is that he understands he is nearing the end of his run and increasingly prefers easier bookings that require less physical effort. While Bravo remains dependable and has value due to his experience, there is a belief that his motivation has declined considerably. Tugboat also received criticism, with some officials reportedly frustrated that he hasn’t developed into a stronger singles performer by this point. His size and personality remain marketable, but management expected more improvement in his timing and ability to structure a match. If there isn’t noticeable progress, the likely outcome is that Tugboat will be moved into a permanent tag team role, where his limitations can be better hidden. No Final Decision on SummerSlam Championship Result There remains considerable internal debate regarding the finish of the Terry Funk vs. Ric Flair WWF Championship match at SummerSlam. As of this week, there doesn’t appear to be a unanimous decision regarding who will leave Boston with the championship. Those supporting Flair argue that he is the larger attraction and that putting the title on him would create several marquee matches immediately. The concern is that Flair signed only a short-term agreement, and some officials are reluctant to build long-range plans around someone who may not remain with the company beyond the duration of the deal. There is also reportedly uncertainty regarding whether Flair would agree to the type of schedule normally expected from the WWF Champion. Funk has received strong reviews for his work since winning the title, and nobody within the company appears to question his ability to deliver in the ring. The concern is whether Funk can attract the broader audience that Flair potentially could. There is also a booking issue, as the company doesn’t currently have an obvious lineup of heel challengers prepared for an extended Funk reign. Many of the leading villains are already tied into other programs, and Hogan’s arrival has complicated the main event structure even further. The finish may not be decided until very close to the show, with McMahon said to be listening to arguments from both sides. Tully Blanchard Signing Surprised the Locker Room The signing of Tully Blanchard reportedly surprised many wrestlers backstage, as there had been little indication that negotiations were taking place. WWF officials had been following Blanchard’s recent work in the AWA and concluded that he could be useful in several roles. The current plan is to use Blanchard primarily as a manager and occasional color commentator rather than as a full-time wrestler. The company believes he can add credibility to younger talent and has the verbal ability to carry television segments without needing to wrestle regularly. There may still be occasional matches when the situation calls for it, but nobody expects him to work a full schedule. Those familiar with the signing say Blanchard’s knowledge of match structure and television presentation also appealed to management. He is expected to begin appearing once the company has settled on the wrestler or group he will manage. Dusty Rhodes Expected to Have Major Influence The addition of Dusty Rhodes is considered one of the company’s most important moves, particularly behind the scenes. While his appearance as a commentator received a major reaction, the more significant development is that Vince McMahon intends to involve Rhodes in the creative direction of the promotion. McMahon reportedly has considerable respect for Dusty’s understanding of characters, interviews, and long-term storyline construction. Rhodes is expected to contribute ideas to television, help talent with promos, and potentially assist in laying out major programs. The exact extent of his authority remains unclear, but the belief is that his influence will grow if the early ideas are successful. The company also feels Rhodes can still perform at a high level when used selectively. He isn’t expected to return as a weekly wrestler, but there are discussions about putting him in occasional major matches where his name and interview ability can be used to build interest. His confrontation with the Million Dollar Corporation may have been the beginning of an in-ring direction rather than simply a one-night commentary appearance. Hogan Debut Leads to Immediate Sellout The effect of Hulk Hogan’s arrival was reportedly felt almost immediately at the box office. Following his surprise appearance, SummerSlam at Boston Garden sold out, with the remaining tickets moving much faster than company projections had anticipated. There was said to be considerable celebration at the WWF offices once the sellout was confirmed. Internally, the company now expects SummerSlam to become its most successful pay-per-view in recent memory. The combination of Hogan’s first major WWF appearance, Andre’s heel turn, the Funk–Flair championship match, and several newly signed performers has created significantly more interest than the company expected when the card was first being planned. The Boston Garden has a smaller capacity than several other venues the WWF could have selected, but the sellout gives the company the image of overwhelming demand and allows them to promote the event as one of the hottest tickets in wrestling. There is already discussion of opening additional closed-circuit locations and increasing promotional spending during the final weeks. The larger question is whether the excitement can be maintained once Hogan moves beyond his debut. McMahon reportedly believes this isn’t simply a temporary increase and that Hogan’s arrival can create sustained growth in television ratings, live attendance, merchandise sales, and pay-per-view business.

WWF will sign Virgil, Sam Houston and Tully Blanchard as a manager WWF will drop Rick Titan, Billy Jack Haynes and Black Bart

WWF Presents Rage In A Cage https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vSsEAKE1wajQiYwUUuOfBa-wQ_w7EOVgjiZbsO9IcsqjsiW_3dx-_9oLL8BH1FBf9kEpK4-QN2fW-zQ/pub

What a hell of a show. Wrestlerock was absolutely amazing from start to finish. Be proud of this one man. You posted an awesome show. I loved Hogan "leaving" AWA on a high note. If this is the end what a match to go out on, and leaving the fans happy, but if he does leave. I think your AWA is going to be in great hands especially with The Ultimate Warrior coming in. I can already see Warrior/Kokina being a HUGE money maker for the AWA.

Breaking News The World Wrestling Federation has announced that The Ronin (Hiroshi Hase & Kensuke Sasaki) have been removed from their scheduled six-man tag team match at Rage in the Cage due to an ongoing contract dispute with the company. WWF officials declined to comment on the nature of the disagreement, only stating that the two sides were unable to reach terms before the event. Stepping in to replace The Ronin will be two seasoned veterans, "Cowboy" Bob Orton Jr. and "The Hammer" Greg Valentine, who will join Z-Man under the guidance of Gary Hart. They will now take on The Warlord and The Killer Bees in what promises to be a hard-hitting six-man showdown. While the circumstances surrounding The Ronin's departure remain unclear, the additions of Orton and Valentine give Gary Hart two dangerous veterans capable of turning the tide in one of the night's most anticipated tag team matches.

WWF Presents Rage in a Cage 07/27/1991 Main Event Steel Cage Match Nikita Koloff vs Jake "The Snake" Roberts Co-Main Event Tag Team Match Ric Flair/Jerry Lawler vs Terry Funk/Tito Santana WWF Tag Team Championship Power and Glory with Slick vs The Fantastics WWF IC Championship Earthquake(c) with Jimmy Hart vs Tatanka WWF Television Championship The Dynamite Kid(c) vs The Mountie with Jimmy Hart Six Man Tag Match Bob Orton/Greg Valentine/Z-Man with Gary Hart vs The Warlord/The Killer Bees Singles Match Tugboat vs Dino Bravo