A respected WWE veteran has expressed concern over Jey Uso‘s standing in the company, questioning whether the former World Heavyweight Champion is still regarded as a top star. This uncertainty comes after Jey lost his World Championship title to Gunther, who will defend it at SummerSlam.
Jey Uso made history by winning his first World Championship at WrestleMania 41, but he soon dropped the title back to Gunther. Gunther, now a two-time WWE World Heavyweight Champion, is set to compete at SummerSlam with the championship on the line. Despite this, there are signs that Jey’s status within WWE may be shifting.
Concerns Raised Over Jey Uso’s Presentation During Recent Appearances
Tommy Dreamer, a WWE veteran, shared his observations on Busted Open After Dark regarding Jey Uso’s recent ring entrances. Dreamer noted that Jey did not enter through the crowd as he typically does, a change that caught his attention and sparked worries about how the company currently values him.
“I keep saying this, I’m getting concerned. I do not know why, maybe somebody can help me, Jey Uso did not come out through the crowd, not once but twice tonight. I’m worried about, are they not seeing this guy as a top act. I know he came in sort of from the side, maybe because he came from the [Hogan] tribute, but that crowd was insane for him, and the guy is one of your top acts as a babyface, and entrance is a massive part of his deal, and he didn’t get it not once but twice.” said Dreamer. —Tommy Dreamer
Dreamer emphasized that Jey’s entrances are an important aspect of his connection with fans, and the lack of the usual crowd interaction is unusual for someone considered a leading figure in WWE.
Paul Heyman Posts Ambiguous Message Featuring Jey Uso Ahead of SummerSlam
Paul Heyman, who previously shared a stable with Jey Uso in the original Bloodline faction, added to the intrigue by posting a cryptic message on social media alongside Jey’s photo. Heyman’s current allies, Bronson Reed and Bron Breakker, are scheduled to face Jey and Roman Reigns at SummerSlam in a highly anticipated tag team match.
Heyman’s Instagram message included the following:
“Never reach ‘down to the front row’ while making a point. That’s NARROWCASTING. You want to reach ‘up to the rafters,’ because that’s BROADCASTING. And it makes your presentation larger than larger than life. Today’s lesson is hereby concluded. I am sure you appreciate this altruistic offering, Paul Heyman #Oracle #Advocate #Wiseman,”
This message has prompted speculation about Heyman’s thoughts on presentation and status, possibly reflecting the ongoing tension surrounding Jey’s role.
Jey Uso and Roman Reigns to Team Up Once More at SummerSlam
Jey Uso will reunite with Roman Reigns for the first time since their participation in last year’s Survivor Series: WarGames match. Their alliance at SummerSlam will be closely watched as they face Heyman’s stablemates in a high-profile encounter.
The developments involving Jey Uso raise questions about his future trajectory in WWE, especially considering recent actions that some interpret as marginalizing a former world champion. How WWE navigates Jey’s positioning in upcoming events could impact his career momentum and the broader storyline dynamics heading into the rest of the year.
