Former WWE star Karrion Kross left the organization earlier this year after his contract expired, with his final match against Sami Zayn at SummerSlam 2025 marking his exit. WWE appears to have filled the void by assigning Bo Dallas the Karrion Kross replacement role, continuing a similar storyline approach within the roster.
Bo Dallas Adopts Character Traits Similar to Karrion Kross
Vince Russo, a veteran in the wrestling industry, revealed on BroDown at Sportskeeda WrestleBinge that WWE has put Bo Dallas in a role mirroring that of Karrion Kross. Dallas has recently been seen engaging with the Street Profits in backstage segments, seemingly aiming to sow discord between the former WWE Tag Team Champions.
Before Karrion Kross’s departure, he was known for attempting to manipulate other wrestlers into joining his dark side, including efforts to lure Sami Zayn and AJ Styles. Bo Dallas appears to be following the same pattern in his interactions.
“It is crystal clear if you’re watching what I’m watching, they put Bo Dallas in the Karrion Kross role. Kross was doing the same exact thing that went nowhere, by the way. They’re doing the same exact thing with Bo Dallas. Same exact thing that Karrion Kross was doing. Same thing.” Russo said.
Ongoing Tensions Within the Street Profits Fueled by Dallas
Since before their confrontation with the Wyatt Sicks at Clash in Paris, Bo Dallas has been gradually instilling doubts between Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford, the members of the Street Profits. These efforts have created a subtle wedge, hinting at a potential dissolution of the team.
On the latest episode of SmackDown, Dallas attempted to influence Angelo Dawkins when he was momentarily isolated. However, Montez Ford quickly defended his partner, showing that their bond remains intact—at least for the moment.
This tense backstage interaction concluded with the Wyatt Sicks taking advantage of the situation. Erick Rowan, a member of the Wyatt Sicks, launched an attack on both Dawkins and Ford, adding further chaos to the storyline.
Implications of WWE’s Choice for the Karrion Kross Replacement Role
By placing Bo Dallas in the role once occupied by Karrion Kross, WWE seems to be repeating a narrative strategy focused on psychological manipulation and internal team conflict. While Kross’s attempts to turn wrestlers to his cause were ultimately unsuccessful, Dallas’s ongoing efforts suggest the company is committed to this storyline direction.
This choice reflects WWE’s inclination to maintain established character dynamics, even as key performers depart. The unfolding interactions between Dallas, the Street Profits, and opposing factions like the Wyatt Sicks may heavily influence future WWE programming and narrative arcs.
Fans and observers will be watching closely to see whether Bo Dallas’s portrayal in this role gains the same traction Kross had, or if the storyline will evolve in new directions as WWE navigates its changing roster.
