Vince Russos presence in Juggalo Championship Wrestling has sparked plenty of debate, but a new take is pushing back against the usual criticism and its coming from Dave Meltzer. While discussing Russos creative influence in JCW on Wrestling Observer Radio, Meltzer made it clear that the former WWE and WCW writers approach isnt completely out of place in todays wrestling landscape. Instead, he pointed to the unique position JCW occupies and why Russos chaotic style may actually benefit the promotion. Rather than trying to compete directly with major companies like WWE or AEW, JCW thrives by doing things differently and grabbing attention in its own lane. That environment, according to Meltzer, plays directly into Russos strengths. The key factor here is scale. JCW isnt operating under the same expectations as larger promotions, which allows for more unpredictability and experimentation without the pressure of long-term structure. Meltzer explained that Russos style fits because JCW is focused on carving out its own identity rather than following the blueprint of bigger companies. However, that doesnt mean Russos approach would succeed everywhere. Meltzer made it clear that the same creative philosophy would likely fall apart in a more structured environment like WWEs developmental system. At that level, consistency and long-term storytelling take priority something that clashes with Russos reputation for fast-paced, shock-driven booking. This perspective paints a different picture of Russos current run. Instead of being a mismatch, his style may actually be aligned with JCWs goals creating unpredictable content that stands out in a crowded wrestling landscape. Whether that approach leads to long-term growth or short-term attention remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: Russos influence is once again part of the conversation in professional wrestling. Do you think Vince Russos creative style actually works in JCW, or is it only a matter of time before it backfires? Drop your thoughts below and let us know. Please credit Ringside News if you use the above transcript in your publication. G Add as a preferred source on Google
