Ethan Page recently lost the WWE NXT North American Championship to Myles Borne, sparking rumors about an imminent promotion to WWE’s main roster. Despite the speculation, Page expressed hesitation about moving up, addressing misunderstandings from fans about his role during an appearance on Busted Open Radio. He emphasized that his current NXT placement should not impact the recognition he receives as a WWE talent.
Page Rejects Distinction Between WWE Brands
Responding to host Dave LaGreca’s question regarding his perceived lack of acknowledgment, Page voiced a compelling theory.
“I’m gonna get in trouble for saying this, but because I’m in NXT,”
Page remarked.
“I have this theory that people are not a fan of, and that is: there is no main roster. There’s no such thing. I’m the best wrestler under contract to the WWE. My check says WWE. It’s just the brand that I work for. It’s the jersey I’m paid to wear.”
This comment underlines his belief that distinctions between WWE brands like NXT, Raw, and SmackDown are artificial and do not diminish his standing within the company.
Outside Success and Upcoming Prospects
Aside from his NXT accomplishments, Page has gained positive attention alongside Chelsea Green, with whom he held the AAA Mixed Tag Team Championship. Now that his NXT North American Championship reign has concluded, reports from BodySlam+ suggest he may soon join either WWE Raw or SmackDown. Before that move, Page is expected to contend for the WWE NXT Championship, demonstrating his continued pursuit of top-tier success within the WWE system.
Page’s Commitment to Excellence Regardless of Brand
Despite the uncertainty over his future placement, Page remains confident and proud of his position in WWE.
“I’m a very proud employee and wrestler for the WWE, all the way down to making myself the best wrestler in the WWE,”
he stated.
“I’m happy where I’m at. I’m still the best. I just work for Shawn Michaels.”
His comments reflect a strong resolve to excel and find value in his current WWE environment, no matter the brand designation.
Implications for Page’s Career and WWE Fans
Ethan Page’s remarks challenge traditional views of WWE’s brand hierarchy, calling attention to how fan perception influences wrestler recognition. As he prepares for a potential main roster debut or NXT Championship pursuit, his stance may encourage fans to reconsider the importance of brand labels within WWE. Page’s dedication to his craft suggests he will continue making an impact regardless of where he competes, which could shift how future talent navigates their careers in WWE.
