Carmelo Hayes is currently facing challenges on WWE SmackDown as he searches for a renewed direction to regain momentum and position himself as a contender for the United States Championship or the Undisputed WWE Championship. Despite being a former NXT Champion, he has found himself stationed in the mid-card without a clear storyline leading to SummerSlam, prompting him to publicly share his dissatisfaction.
Hayes posted a video on social media highlighting his notable moments from NXT and SmackDown, accompanied by the simple caption,
“What did I miss?” Hayes wrote.
This post resonated with many WWE fans, who responded enthusiastically by rallying around the hashtag #WeWantMelo. Even AEW’s former TNT Champion Daniel Garcia chimed in on Instagram by sharing support using the same hashtag, signaling cross-promotional fan interest in Hayes’ career progress.
Reflection on a Year with the WWE Main Roster
Following a year on WWE’s main roster, Carmelo Hayes shared thoughtful reflections about his journey so far. He emphasized that his measure of success goes beyond wins and titles, focusing instead on his in-ring performance and continuous improvement.
In a detailed message posted on X, Hayes stated,
“Regardless of what was expected or not this year, I never measured my success on Championships or winning matches…Traveled the world and honed my craft against the best. Wrestled the WWE Champion 10+ times and got to work and learn from legends and future hall of famers. Im winning in every way possible. I killed s**t this year and was drafted first for a reason. You can’t deny what won’t be denied. Haven’t even started cooking yet,”
Carmelo Hayes wrote on X.
This message underlines his confidence and determination despite the current lack of prominent storylines.
Fan Support and Anticipation for Future Storylines
Amid uncertainty about WWE Creative’s plans for Hayes post-SummerSlam, fans remain hopeful that he will receive a significant push soon. The ongoing #WeWantMelo movement demonstrates strong grassroots support from WWE Universe followers who believe Hayes deserves higher billing on SmackDown. With his proven talent and dedication, many expect that Hayes will soon be positioned as a credible title contender, potentially shaking up upcoming WWE events.
