{"id":141038,"date":"2025-08-31T07:00:09","date_gmt":"2025-08-31T11:00:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/prowrestling\/?p=141038"},"modified":"2025-09-16T12:47:18","modified_gmt":"2025-09-16T16:47:18","slug":"wwe-superstars-who-need-better-storylines","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/prowrestling\/2025\/08\/31\/wwe-superstars-who-need-better-storylines\/","title":{"rendered":"WWE Superstars who Need Better Storylines"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>WWE has a roster stacked with talented performers. While everyone can\u2019t get the limelight, it\u2019s clear that some superstars can and must have their moment. WWE successfully revitalized the tag team division on SmackDown, and it\u2019s working wonderfully. This success is why a WWE <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/prowrestling\/2025\/08\/29\/wwe-tag-team-title-contenders-decided-for-wwe-clash-in-paris\/\" target=\"_self\">tag team championship match from the brand<\/a> is part of the Clash in Paris match card. Let\u2019s explore singles wrestlers who need better storylines and a bigger push.<\/p>\n<h2>Zelina Vega Should Get More Opportunities<\/h2>\n<p>Zelina Vega first appeared in WWE in 2014 and even competed in an NXT Women\u2019s Championship match in 2016. She has been with WWE since 2017, but over the past eight years, she has won only two titles, with the Women\u2019s United States Championship being her sole singles title.<\/p>\n<p>Her 63-day reign ended this year, and Vega has been out of action since December 2024 due to an injury. WWE has not given her a significant push in these eight years, nor have they provided updates on her recovery.<\/p>\n<p>The company needs to recognize that she is a remarkable talent who can entertain and help build a fanbase among Puerto Rican audiences. Her moveset and charisma make her the perfect candidate for an underdog-to-champion storyline.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">SHE DID IT!!<a  href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/ZelinaVegaWWE?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">@ZelinaVegaWWE<\/a> has defeated <a  href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/ImChelseaGreen?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">@ImChelseaGreen<\/a> and is the new Women&#39;s United States Champ! \ud83d\udc4f\ud83d\udc4f<a  href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/SmackDown?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">#SmackDown<\/a> <a  href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/ytOIuA0Jsi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">pic.twitter.com\/ytOIuA0Jsi<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; WWE (@WWE) <a  href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/WWE\/status\/1915945929032556588?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">April 26, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_112963\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-112963\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-112963 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/prowrestling\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2022\/04\/WWE-Raw-Finn-Balor-vs-Austin-Theory-Title-Match.jpg\" alt=\"WWE Raw card - Austin Theory vs Finn Balor match graphic\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/prowrestling\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2022\/04\/WWE-Raw-Finn-Balor-vs-Austin-Theory-Title-Match.jpg 600w, https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/prowrestling\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/15\/2022\/04\/WWE-Raw-Finn-Balor-vs-Austin-Theory-Title-Match-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-112963\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo Credit: WWE<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Jacob Fatu Has Become Obscure<\/h2>\n<p>Jacob Fatu burst onto the scene with undeniable charisma during his WWE debut last year. Known as the Samoan Werewolf, he was one of the most feared members of Solo Sikoa\u2019s The Bloodline faction. When Jacob won the United States Championship at WrestleMania 41, fans were elated, but his reign was short-lived.<\/p>\n<p>He lost the title to Solo Sikoa at Night of Champions 2025 and has since faded into obscurity. Recently, he assisted Sami Zayn during a SmackDown episode, helping Zayn become the new United States Champion. Jacob has the potential to be a main event superstar, but instead of nurturing his talent, WWE is positioning him as a sidekick to elevate others.<\/p>\n<p>The former MLW star doesn\u2019t need to be a henchman or help others claim gold\u2014he needs to build his own legacy. Time will tell if this happens soon.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">We&#39;ve got company&#8230; \ud83d\udc40 <a  href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/GAklzVGCx4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">pic.twitter.com\/GAklzVGCx4<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; WWE (@WWE) <a  href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/WWE\/status\/1961608269874536583?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">August 30, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h2>Grayson Waller is a Package Deal with The New Day<\/h2>\n<p>Grayson Waller is currently aligned with The New Day. Previously, he was part of a tag team with Austin Theory as A-Town Down Under. Now, with Theory sidelined by injury, Waller feels like a third wheel in the heel faction.<\/p>\n<p>WWE has not helped him establish himself as a singles wrestler, despite his potential to be a talented United States or Intercontinental Champion. Grayson needs to stand on his own, and WWE should give him a singles opportunity.<\/p>\n<p>While closing his chapter with Theory is essential, that can wait until the former United States Champion returns. Waller and Theory have been entertaining as heels, but nothing feels better than a deserving superstar getting relevant storylines. A feud with Rusev, Sheamus, or another wrestler could do wonders for Grayson Waller.<\/p>\n<h2>Austin Theory Needs a Better Storyline Upon His Return<\/h2>\n<p>Austin Theory is currently <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/prowrestling\/2025\/08\/08\/austin-theory-injury-ends-a-town-down-under-whats-next\/\" target=\"_self\">nursing an undisclosed injury<\/a> and has been removed from WWE\u2019s active roster as of August 2025. Since the company has not announced his release, it\u2019s safe to assume he will return. When he does, the former United States Champion needs a storyline that showcases his talent.<\/p>\n<p>Theory defeated John Cena at WrestleMania 39, retaining his United States Championship against the Cenation Leader. A superstar of his caliber deserves a compelling story, and WWE should give him opportunities in title matches or meaningful storylines. If he returns before John Cena\u2019s retirement, a face-off between the two could deliver the entertainment fans crave.<\/p>\n<p><strong>More From LWOS Pro Wrestling<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em><i>Header photo \u2013 WWE \u2013 Stay tuned to the\u00a0<\/i><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/prowrestling\/\" target=\"_self\"><em><u><i>Last Word on Pro Wrestling<\/i><\/u><\/em><\/a><em><i>\u00a0for more on the Sami Zayn, Solo Sikoa, WWE SmackDown, and other stories from around the world of wrestling, as they develop. You can always count on LWOPW to be on top of the major news in the wrestling world, as well as to provide you with analysis, previews, videos, interviews, and editorials on the wrestling world.<\/i><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><i>You can check out WWE programming on\u00a0<\/i><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.netflix.com\/title\/81788927\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><u><i>Netflix<\/i><\/u><\/em><\/a><em><i>\u00a0(Raw),\u00a0<\/i><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usanetwork.com\/wwe-friday-night-smackdown\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><u><i>USA Network<\/i><\/u><\/em><\/a><em><i>\u00a0(SmackDown),\u00a0<\/i><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cwtv.com\/shows\/wwe-nxt\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><u><i>The CW<\/i><\/u><\/em><\/a><em><i>\u00a0(NXT),\u00a0<\/i><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/tubitv.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><u><i>Tubi<\/i><\/u><\/em><\/a><em><i>\u00a0(WWE Evolve),\u00a0<\/i><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aetv.com\/wwe\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><u><i>A&amp;E<\/i><\/u><\/em><\/a><em><i>\u00a0(WWE Superstar Sunday \u2013 Rivals, WWE LFG, and Greatest Moments), and\u00a0<\/i><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.peacocktv.com\/watch\/home\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><u><i>Peacock<\/i><\/u><\/em><\/a><em><i>\u00a0(WWE Main Event as well as archives and premium live event streaming). Follow WWE on social media to relive top moments and matches on\u00a0<\/i><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/wwe\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><u><i>YouTube<\/i><\/u><\/em><\/a><em><i>, and catch fast-paced action on X (<\/i><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/i\/events\/1773457579022155776?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em><u><i>WWE Speed<\/i><\/u><\/em><\/a><em><i>).<\/i><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>WWE has a roster stacked with talented performers. While everyone can\u2019t get the limelight, it\u2019s clear that some superstars can and must have their moment. WWE successfully revitalized the tag team division on SmackDown, and it\u2019s working wonderfully. This success is why a WWE tag team championship match from the brand is part of the [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5578,"featured_media":141052,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_lmt_disableupdate":"no","_lmt_disable":"","sfio_featured_image":false,"sfio_embed_code":"","_ef_editorial_meta_date_first-draft-date":"","_ef_editorial_meta_paragraph_assignment":"","_ef_editorial_meta_checkbox_needs-photo":"","_ef_editorial_meta_number_word-count":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[2192,4,3],"tags":[8146,3006,1135,1747],"class_list":["post-141038","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-wrestling","category-wwe","category-wwe-universe","tag-grayson-waller","tag-jacob-fatu","tag-austin-theory","tag-zelina-vega"],"modified_by":"Marilee Gallagher, Manager","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/prowrestling\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/141038","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/prowrestling\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/prowrestling\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/prowrestling\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5578"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/prowrestling\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=141038"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/prowrestling\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/141038\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":142069,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/prowrestling\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/141038\/revisions\/142069"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/prowrestling\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/141052"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/prowrestling\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=141038"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/prowrestling\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=141038"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/prowrestling\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=141038"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}