WWE cut several talents from its LFG, NXT, and ID programs, leaving fans stunned by names like Wes Lee and Ridge Holland being on the list. But Booker T made it clear he isnt surprised by the companys decision, and he delivered a reality check for anyone trying to break into the business.
Speaking on the Hall of Fame podcast, Booker said he wants young wrestlers to understand that professional wrestling moves fast and requires much more than just talent. He emphasized that the clock starts ticking the moment someone joins developmental.
Booker pointed to Wes Lee as an example, saying he thought Lee was safe but that his release proved how NXT truly functions as a developmental system. Booker explained that staying in NXT too long without a main roster call-up often means the writing is on the wall.
Booker added that young talent should treat their window as short, giving themselves no more than two and a half years to prove they belong.
While Wes Lees release caught him off guard, Booker said the others didnt. He mentioned Ridge Holland specifically, saying hed been around long enough without breaking through.
Along with Lee and Holland, WWE also cut Stevie Turner, Lance Anoai, Drako Knox, Haze Jameson, Summer Sorrell, Brayden BJ Ray, Jamar Hampton, and Jin Tala. Bookers message is simplewrestling is a business that constantly evaluates whos ready to move forward, and anyone who isnt pushing past their ceiling risks becoming expendable.
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