Dillsters Boom or Bust Report

Are You Riding a Rocket or a Dumpster Fire?

Let’s be honest with ourselves for a second. Predicting WWE is like trying to guess what your toddler is going to do after drinking a Mountain Dew and eating a bag of Skittles. You think you have a handle on things, and then suddenly R-Truth is in a title match, someone gets pinned by a celebrity, and the hottest act in the company is filming a movie.

That is what makes fantasy wrestling both infuriating and ridiculously fun.

One promo. One backstage segment. One random pop from the crowd. That is all it takes for a wrestler to go from “Who drafted this bum?” to “How is this person on waivers?”

We have all seen it happen.

A superstar catches fire and looks like they are about to become the face of the company. The internet starts fantasy booking title runs. Their merchandise flies off the shelves. Then three weeks later we are all posting, “Yeah, I’m kind of over this.”

Cody Rhodes might be the perfect example. We all screamed #FinishTheStory like our lives depended on it. Then six months later some fans were posting #TiredOfCody because that is what wrestling fans do best. We build people up, tear them down, and then act shocked when WWE changes direction.

We are a fickle bunch. Proudly fickle.

That is what makes Draftastic Pro Wrestling so addictive. Once you draft a faction, those wrestlers become your guys. You stop watching casually. Suddenly you care deeply about whether a random backstage interview leads to a push or whether your sleeper pick is eating a pin to a returning legend.

You start checking social media. You study match announcements. You analyze every segment like you are Triple H sitting in Gorilla Position with a headset on.

This is not just fantasy sports. This is emotional investment with body slams.

So welcome to the Boom or Bust Report, where we break down the WWE stars who are either strapped to a rocket headed for the moon or sitting in a flaming dumpster rolling downhill toward catering.

These are the players who could make or break your season on the Road to SummerSlam.

Blake Monroe: The Wild Card with Superstar Potential

If you are asking, “Who in the blue hell is Blake Monroe?” then allow me to educate you.

Before arriving in WWE, Blake Monroe was known as Mariah May, one of the brightest stars in All Elite Wrestling. She was not just another face in the crowd. She was a world champion, a featured attraction, and someone who looked like a superstar every time she stepped on screen.

She had the aura. She had the confidence. She had that “it factor” that makes you stop scrolling and pay attention.

When WWE signed her, many expected her to steamroll through NXT and become the next major star in the women’s division.

Instead, her NXT run was solid but not spectacular.

She had some quality matches and meaningful storylines, but she never felt like the centerpiece of the brand. She was good. Very good, even. But she was not the undeniable force that many expected.

Now comes the real test: the main roster.

Sometimes a wrestler is simply a better fit on Raw or SmackDown than they were in NXT. The bright lights, bigger crowds, and stronger storylines can unlock another level.

Blake Monroe absolutely has Boom written all over her. She also carries enough uncertainty to make her one of the riskiest investments on the board.

Dillster’s Take: If WWE gets behind her, she could become one of the top-scoring women in the game by SummerSlam. If they do not, she could spend months floating in the midcard. High risk, high reward.

Verdict: BOOM with a side of caution.

Roxanne Perez: Too Talented to Ignore

Roxanne Perez is one of those wrestlers who feels destined for greatness.

When she debuted on the main roster, I was ready to pencil her in for a future world title run. She has the charisma, the in-ring ability, and the underdog energy that fans naturally rally behind.

Then something funny happened.

Stephanie Vaquer caught fire.

Instead of becoming the unquestioned new star of the division, Roxanne became one very important piece in a much bigger puzzle.

That is not necessarily a bad thing, but it does cap her short-term upside.

She recently teamed with Raquel Rodriguez in pursuit of the Women’s Tag Team Championships. They had a previous reign together and looked poised to recapture the gold, but that opportunity slipped away on Raw.

So now we are left asking the same question fantasy owners have been asking for months.

What is Roxanne’s ceiling?

She is too talented to stay down for long, and WWE clearly values her. But until she is put into a sustained singles push, her scoring may remain solid rather than spectacular.

Dillster’s Take: She is the fantasy equivalent of a player who always gets you 10 to 15 points but rarely explodes for 40. Very useful, but you keep waiting for that true breakout.

Verdict: BOOM eventually, but HOLD for now.

Ricky Saints: The Ultimate Mystery Box

Ricky Saints is one of the most fascinating players in the entire game.

Since arriving on the main roster after WrestleMania, he has gone 1-2 and has been featured regularly on SmackDown.

That alone is encouraging.

WWE is giving him television time, and in fantasy wrestling, opportunity is half the battle.

The problem is that we still do not know what WWE thinks he is.

Is he a guy who loses competitive matches to make others look good?

Is he a midcard title contender?

Is he a future main event player?

I can honestly make a case for all three.

Saints has natural charisma. He can talk. He can wrestle. He looks like a star. But looking like a star and being booked like one are two very different things.

If he starts stacking wins, his value will skyrocket. If he keeps taking losses, he could become the human equivalent of a really cool sports car with no engine.

Dillster’s Take: He is the fantasy version of a lottery ticket. You may hit the jackpot, or you may get absolutely nothing.

Verdict: BOOM or total BUST. There is no middle ground.

Solo Sikoa: One of the Most Entertaining Men in WWE

I am going to say it right now.

Solo Sikoa might be one of the funniest and most entertaining performers in WWE when he is given the chance.

His timing on the microphone has improved tremendously. He can be intimidating one minute and unintentionally hilarious the next. And unlike some wrestlers who are all talk, Solo can absolutely back it up in the ring.

The biggest question surrounding Solo is his place within the ever-changing Bloodline universe.

With the MFTs shrinking and roster cuts affecting the group, it appears Solo is now primarily aligned with Talla Tonga and Tama Tonga.

Does that help him or hurt him?

On one hand, fewer bodies around him could mean more spotlight and more opportunities. On the other hand, he could become stuck in faction warfare without a clear singles direction.

Still, Solo has all the tools to become a major player.

Dillster’s Take: If WWE gives him meaningful singles feuds, he could rack up points in a hurry. If he remains trapped in Bloodline drama, he may be good but not elite.

Verdict: BOOM.

Lash Legend: Built Like a Superstar

Lash Legend looks like someone WWE should be pushing to the moon.

She is athletic, powerful, charismatic, and carries herself like a star.

And the fantasy numbers back it up.

Lash currently ranks 19th overall in 2026 scoring, proving that she can already be a major contributor when given opportunities.

She and Nia Jax lost the Women’s Tag Team Championships at WrestleMania to Brie Bella and the returning Paige. A rematch is on the horizon, and that match could determine Lash’s trajectory for the rest of the summer.

If Lash and Nia regain the titles, both women instantly become premium fantasy assets.

If they lose, Lash may tread water until WWE finally unleashes her in singles competition.

Personally, I think that singles run is where the real money is.

Dillster’s Take: She has all the ingredients of a future world champion. It is only a matter of time.

Verdict: BOOM.

Final Thoughts: Welcome to the Chaos

At the end of the day, predicting WWE is hard.

One week your top draft pick is standing tall with a championship belt. The next week they are getting rolled up in a two-minute match by someone who was in catering the month before.

That unpredictability is exactly why this game is so addicting.

The managers who win are the ones paying attention. They watch the shows. They track momentum. They scour free agency. They make moves before everyone else catches on.

Blake Monroe, Roxanne Perez, Ricky Saints, Solo Sikoa, and Lash Legend all have the potential to swing leagues over the next few months.

Some will explode.

Some will stall.

Some will crash and burn so badly that you will wonder why you ever believed.

That is fantasy wrestling, baby.

So keep your eyes open, trust your instincts, and do not be afraid to make bold moves.

Because while some managers are sitting around hoping for a miracle, champions are out there hunting for the next breakout star.

And if you do not like it, you can DILL WITH IT!

How long can Brie Bella and Paige work as a tag team? It seemed like WWE capitolized on the momentum of Paige coming back and putting Gold around her waist at Wrestlemania. It's surprising to me that this is still the angle they are taking with her...how long is Brie Bella in the cards to work with Paige? Does Raquel and Roxanne bring Gold back to the Judgement Day? Should be a good one!

Was it Seth Rollins who said, “You can't be afraid to burn everything down and start from scratch. Because the only direction you will go from there is up.”

I think that quote was written specifically for NXT in May of 2026? Because after this latest wave of call-ups, it sure feels that way. Goodbye Sol Ruca, Ethan Page, Joe Hendry, Jacy Jayne, Ricky Saints, Blake Monroe, Fallon Henley, and yes, even you, Lainey Reid. So now the question becomes: who’s left to carry Tuesday nights?

Tony D'Angelo and Lola Vice are still around, but this doesn’t feel like the same NXT roster we had six months ago. The cupboard suddenly looks very bare. But if there’s one thing Shawn Michaels’ version of NXT has proven over the years, it’s that the machine never stops moving. As quickly as stars leave, new names arrive. Hungry, unknown, and desperate to claim the spotlight.

So let’s talk about the newest wave of recruits and try to figure out who might eventually become the next breakout star for your Draftastic roster.

Naraku

Naraku (formerly EVIL) is the most fascinating name on this entire list because he’s not arriving as a raw developmental prospect. He’s arriving as a fully formed international star. Before WWE, “EVIL” built his reputation in New Japan Pro-Wrestling as the ruthless leader of House of Torture and a former IWGP World Heavyweight Champion, most notably shocking the wrestling world when he betrayed Tetsuya Naito after their New Japan Cup run. That experience immediately makes him different from almost everyone else in this class. When WWE fully integrates him into NXT, it likely won’t be as a prospect learning the ropes. It’ll be as a dangerous veteran presence who instantly raises the brand’s credibility. With so many established names moving to the main roster, Naraku could slide directly into the role of final boss for the next generation. His slower, more methodical style would also help diversify a brand currently overloaded with high-speed athletic wrestlers.

The biggest question is how much of the original EVIL presentation WWE chooses to preserve. If they let him keep the dark aura, calculated brutality, and big-match presence that made him successful in Japan, he could become a major attraction almost immediately. We simply haven’t seen enough of him in a WWE environment yet to know exactly how high the ceiling goes.

Lizzy Rain

Lizzy Rain already feels ahead of many developmental prospects because she understands one of WWE’s most valuable currencies: identity. The “Maiden of Metal” presentation immediately gives her something memorable. You can already picture the entrance, the look, the merchandise, and the social media clips. In today’s version of NXT, standing out visually matters almost as much as delivering in the ring. Before arriving in WWE, Rain developed a following on the independent scene through appearances for promotions like Reality of Wrestling, where she leaned heavily into the rock-and-roll aesthetic that now defines her character. Honestly, pairing her with Tatum Paxley for a chaotic goth-gremlin alliance feels like something NXT should test immediately. She still needs polish in the ring and more experience working longer television matches, but the foundation is there. Character work is often the hardest thing to teach, and Lizzy already seems to “get it.” If her development continues steadily, there are shades of Rhea Ripley in the overall package. Not necessarily in-ring style, but in the way presence alone commands attention. At minimum, she feels like a future Women’s North American Champion. If everything clicks, maybe much more.

Mason Rook

He’s big. He’s bad. He’ll bodyslam your dad! Mason Rook (formerly Will Kroos) feels perfectly designed for the Shawn Michaels-era NXT. There’s an intensity and unpredictability to him that immediately grabs your attention. And with so many major names departing the brand, the timing couldn’t be better for a fresh monster heel to emerge. Before WWE, Kroos gained attention on the independent scene through hard-hitting appearances in promotions like Game Changer Wrestling, where his chaotic brawling style helped him stand out among a crowded indie field. That same chaos translates well to NXT television. WWE loves performers who can create emotional reactions immediately, and Rook already feels like somebody fans will either love or desperately want to see get punched in the face. Either reaction works.

If he develops stronger promo confidence and finds a signature rivalry early, he has a chance to become one of the brand’s centerpiece heels. There’s a little bit of young Bronson Reed energy in the presentation. Future North American Champion feels realistic. Beyond that? We’ll see.

Kam Hendrix

Kam Hendrix fits one of WWE’s favorite developmental archetypes: the terrifying athlete with ridiculous upside. WWE’s recent success with talents like Oba Femi has clearly reinforced the company’s belief that dominant, physically overwhelming performers still matter. Hendrix enters NXT at exactly the right time to benefit from that philosophy. Prior to WWE, Hendrix made waves as a standout football athlete and performance-based prospect, with several showcase appearances at WWE ID and NIL-related developmental events that reportedly caught the attention of scouts early. The tools are obvious. The size jumps off the screen immediately. The challenge now becomes personality. WWE can teach timing, structure, and television pacing, but eventually, Hendrix needs something fans can emotionally connect to beyond “big guy destroys people.” Right now, his projection feels somewhere between Julius Creed and Royce Keys. Explosive power with real upside if the character side develops properly.

Tristan Angels

Tristan Angels feels like the type of wrestler hardcore fans are going to latch onto very quickly. You can already see the blueprint: high pace, smooth athleticism, crisp execution, and matches that get clipped all over social media every Tuesday night. In a restructured NXT landscape, there’s suddenly a lot more room for pure in-ring standouts to break through. Before signing with WWE, Angels earned buzz through standout independent matches in regional promotions across the Southeast, particularly for Pro Wrestling REVOLVER, where his speed and athletic creativity started turning heads. The confidence is already there. He carries himself like somebody WWE views as a long-term project worth investing in. The next step is character depth. Plenty of wrestlers can have great matches. The stars are the ones fans emotionally invest in between the bell rings. At the moment, his trajectory feels similar to Nathan Frazer's. Though maybe with a little more edge and aggression baked into the presentation.

Tate Wilder

Tate Wilder may end up being one of the biggest winners of this entire NXT reset. Why? Because WWE suddenly needs babyfaces. Real ones. The roster lost several established personalities, and Wilder already feels naturally easy to root for. He has underdog energy, explosive athleticism, and the kind of style that creates highlight-reel moments fans remember after the show ends. Before WWE, Wilder built momentum wrestling for smaller independent promotions throughout Texas and the Midwest, where he gained attention for his crowd connection and fast-paced comeback-heavy match structure. WWE has always valued performers who can generate sympathy and excitement quickly, and Wilder checks both boxes immediately. The key now is confidence on the microphone. If he develops stronger promos and refines his character work, he could become one of the central weekly babyfaces of the brand. Long-term, he feels like the kind of performer who consistently lives in that upper-midcard sweet spot while quietly stealing shows every month.

Kali Armstrong

If you were drafting purely based on upside, Kali Armstrong might honestly be the first name off the board. She checks almost every box WWE currently prioritizes when developing future stars: legitimate athletic background, charisma, physical presence, confidence, and a modern presentation that already feels television-ready. Before joining WWE, Armstrong competed in collegiate track and field, where her explosiveness and natural athleticism reportedly made her an immediate standout during WWE recruitment evaluations. And with several top women already called up or preparing to leave NXT soon, the brand is actively searching for its next centerpiece. Kali feels like somebody WWE could fast-track in a hurry if she adapts quickly to television. There are flashes of Bianca Belair in the athletic profile and hints of Lash Legend in the overall presence. That’s an incredibly high bar, but the raw tools are there. The scary part? She’s probably nowhere near finished developing yet. If things break correctly, Kali Armstrong doesn’t just project as a future NXT champion. She feels like somebody WWE could eventually build an entire WrestleMania season around.

Was it Seth Rollins who said, “You can't be afraid to burn everything down and start from scratch. Because the only direction you will go from there is up.”

I think that quote was written specifically for NXT in May of 2026? Because after this latest wave of call-ups, it sure feels that way. Goodbye Sol Ruca, Ethan Page, Joe Hendry, Jacy Jayne, Ricky Saints, Blake Monroe, Fallon Henley, and yes, even you, Lainey Reid. So now the question becomes: who’s left to carry Tuesday nights?

Tony D'Angelo and Lola Vice are still around, but this doesn’t feel like the same NXT roster we had six months ago. The cupboard suddenly looks very bare. But if there’s one thing Shawn Michaels’ version of NXT has proven over the years, it’s that the machine never stops moving. As quickly as stars leave, new names arrive. Hungry, unknown, and desperate to claim the spotlight.

So let’s talk about the newest wave of recruits and try to figure out who might eventually become the next breakout star for your Draftastic roster.

Naraku

Naraku (formerly EVIL) is the most fascinating name on this entire list because he’s not arriving as a raw developmental prospect. He’s arriving as a fully formed international star. Before WWE, “EVIL” built his reputation in New Japan Pro-Wrestling as the ruthless leader of House of Torture and a former IWGP World Heavyweight Champion, most notably shocking the wrestling world when he betrayed Tetsuya Naito after their New Japan Cup run. That experience immediately makes him different from almost everyone else in this class. When WWE fully integrates him into NXT, it likely won’t be as a prospect learning the ropes. It’ll be as a dangerous veteran presence who instantly raises the brand’s credibility. With so many established names moving to the main roster, Naraku could slide directly into the role of final boss for the next generation. His slower, more methodical style would also help diversify a brand currently overloaded with high-speed athletic wrestlers.

The biggest question is how much of the original EVIL presentation WWE chooses to preserve. If they let him keep the dark aura, calculated brutality, and big-match presence that made him successful in Japan, he could become a major attraction almost immediately. We simply haven’t seen enough of him in a WWE environment yet to know exactly how high the ceiling goes.

Lizzy Rain

Lizzy Rain already feels ahead of many developmental prospects because she understands one of WWE’s most valuable currencies: identity. The “Maiden of Metal” presentation immediately gives her something memorable. You can already picture the entrance, the look, the merchandise, and the social media clips. In today’s version of NXT, standing out visually matters almost as much as delivering in the ring. Before arriving in WWE, Rain developed a following on the independent scene through appearances for promotions like Reality of Wrestling, where she leaned heavily into the rock-and-roll aesthetic that now defines her character. Honestly, pairing her with Tatum Paxley for a chaotic goth-gremlin alliance feels like something NXT should test immediately. She still needs polish in the ring and more experience working longer television matches, but the foundation is there. Character work is often the hardest thing to teach, and Lizzy already seems to “get it.” If her development continues steadily, there are shades of Rhea Ripley in the overall package. Not necessarily in-ring style, but in the way presence alone commands attention. At minimum, she feels like a future Women’s North American Champion. If everything clicks, maybe much more.

Mason Rook

He’s big. He’s bad. He’ll bodyslam your dad! Mason Rook (formerly Will Kroos) feels perfectly designed for the Shawn Michaels-era NXT. There’s an intensity and unpredictability to him that immediately grabs your attention. And with so many major names departing the brand, the timing couldn’t be better for a fresh monster heel to emerge. Before WWE, Kroos gained attention on the independent scene through hard-hitting appearances in promotions like Game Changer Wrestling, where his chaotic brawling style helped him stand out among a crowded indie field. That same chaos translates well to NXT television. WWE loves performers who can create emotional reactions immediately, and Rook already feels like somebody fans will either love or desperately want to see get punched in the face. Either reaction works.

If he develops stronger promo confidence and finds a signature rivalry early, he has a chance to become one of the brand’s centerpiece heels. There’s a little bit of young Bronson Reed energy in the presentation. Future North American Champion feels realistic. Beyond that? We’ll see.

Kam Hendrix

Kam Hendrix fits one of WWE’s favorite developmental archetypes: the terrifying athlete with ridiculous upside. WWE’s recent success with talents like Oba Femi has clearly reinforced the company’s belief that dominant, physically overwhelming performers still matter. Hendrix enters NXT at exactly the right time to benefit from that philosophy. Prior to WWE, Hendrix made waves as a standout football athlete and performance-based prospect, with several showcase appearances at WWE ID and NIL-related developmental events that reportedly caught the attention of scouts early. The tools are obvious. The size jumps off the screen immediately. The challenge now becomes personality. WWE can teach timing, structure, and television pacing, but eventually, Hendrix needs something fans can emotionally connect to beyond “big guy destroys people.” Right now, his projection feels somewhere between Julius Creed and Royce Keys. Explosive power with real upside if the character side develops properly.

Tristan Angels

Tristan Angels feels like the type of wrestler hardcore fans are going to latch onto very quickly. You can already see the blueprint: high pace, smooth athleticism, crisp execution, and matches that get clipped all over social media every Tuesday night. In a restructured NXT landscape, there’s suddenly a lot more room for pure in-ring standouts to break through. Before signing with WWE, Angels earned buzz through standout independent matches in regional promotions across the Southeast, particularly for Pro Wrestling REVOLVER, where his speed and athletic creativity started turning heads. The confidence is already there. He carries himself like somebody WWE views as a long-term project worth investing in. The next step is character depth. Plenty of wrestlers can have great matches. The stars are the ones fans emotionally invest in between the bell rings. At the moment, his trajectory feels similar to Nathan Frazer's. Though maybe with a little more edge and aggression baked into the presentation.

Tate Wilder

Tate Wilder may end up being one of the biggest winners of this entire NXT reset. Why? Because WWE suddenly needs babyfaces. Real ones. The roster lost several established personalities, and Wilder already feels naturally easy to root for. He has underdog energy, explosive athleticism, and the kind of style that creates highlight-reel moments fans remember after the show ends. Before WWE, Wilder built momentum wrestling for smaller independent promotions throughout Texas and the Midwest, where he gained attention for his crowd connection and fast-paced comeback-heavy match structure. WWE has always valued performers who can generate sympathy and excitement quickly, and Wilder checks both boxes immediately. The key now is confidence on the microphone. If he develops stronger promos and refines his character work, he could become one of the central weekly babyfaces of the brand. Long-term, he feels like the kind of performer who consistently lives in that upper-midcard sweet spot while quietly stealing shows every month.

Kali Armstrong

If you were drafting purely based on upside, Kali Armstrong might honestly be the first name off the board. She checks almost every box WWE currently prioritizes when developing future stars: legitimate athletic background, charisma, physical presence, confidence, and a modern presentation that already feels television-ready. Before joining WWE, Armstrong competed in collegiate track and field, where her explosiveness and natural athleticism reportedly made her an immediate standout during WWE recruitment evaluations. And with several top women already called up or preparing to leave NXT soon, the brand is actively searching for its next centerpiece. Kali feels like somebody WWE could fast-track in a hurry if she adapts quickly to television. There are flashes of Bianca Belair in the athletic profile and hints of Lash Legend in the overall presence. That’s an incredibly high bar, but the raw tools are there. The scary part? She’s probably nowhere near finished developing yet. If things break correctly, Kali Armstrong doesn’t just project as a future NXT champion. She feels like somebody WWE could eventually build an entire WrestleMania season around.

Was it Seth Rollins who said, “You can't be afraid to burn everything down and start from scratch. Because the only direction you will go from there is up.”

I think that quote was written specifically for NXT in May of 2026? Because after this latest wave of call-ups, it sure feels that way. Goodbye Sol Ruca, Ethan Page, Joe Hendry, Jacy Jayne, Ricky Saints, Blake Monroe, Fallon Henley, and yes, even you, Lainey Reid. So now the question becomes: who’s left to carry Tuesday nights?

Tony D'Angelo and Lola Vice are still around, but this doesn’t feel like the same NXT roster we had six months ago. The cupboard suddenly looks very bare. But if there’s one thing Shawn Michaels’ version of NXT has proven over the years, it’s that the machine never stops moving. As quickly as stars leave, new names arrive. Hungry, unknown, and desperate to claim the spotlight.

So let’s talk about the newest wave of recruits and try to figure out who might eventually become the next breakout star for your Draftastic roster.

Naraku

Naraku (formerly EVIL) is the most fascinating name on this entire list because he’s not arriving as a raw developmental prospect. He’s arriving as a fully formed international star. Before WWE, “EVIL” built his reputation in New Japan Pro-Wrestling as the ruthless leader of House of Torture and a former IWGP World Heavyweight Champion, most notably shocking the wrestling world when he betrayed Tetsuya Naito after their New Japan Cup run. That experience immediately makes him different from almost everyone else in this class. When WWE fully integrates him into NXT, it likely won’t be as a prospect learning the ropes. It’ll be as a dangerous veteran presence who instantly raises the brand’s credibility. With so many established names moving to the main roster, Naraku could slide directly into the role of final boss for the next generation. His slower, more methodical style would also help diversify a brand currently overloaded with high-speed athletic wrestlers.

The biggest question is how much of the original EVIL presentation WWE chooses to preserve. If they let him keep the dark aura, calculated brutality, and big-match presence that made him successful in Japan, he could become a major attraction almost immediately. We simply haven’t seen enough of him in a WWE environment yet to know exactly how high the ceiling goes.

Lizzy Rain

Lizzy Rain already feels ahead of many developmental prospects because she understands one of WWE’s most valuable currencies: identity. The “Maiden of Metal” presentation immediately gives her something memorable. You can already picture the entrance, the look, the merchandise, and the social media clips. In today’s version of NXT, standing out visually matters almost as much as delivering in the ring. Before arriving in WWE, Rain developed a following on the independent scene through appearances for promotions like Reality of Wrestling, where she leaned heavily into the rock-and-roll aesthetic that now defines her character. Honestly, pairing her with Tatum Paxley for a chaotic goth-gremlin alliance feels like something NXT should test immediately. She still needs polish in the ring and more experience working longer television matches, but the foundation is there. Character work is often the hardest thing to teach, and Lizzy already seems to “get it.” If her development continues steadily, there are shades of Rhea Ripley in the overall package. Not necessarily in-ring style, but in the way presence alone commands attention. At minimum, she feels like a future Women’s North American Champion. If everything clicks, maybe much more.

Mason Rook

He’s big. He’s bad. He’ll bodyslam your dad! Mason Rook (formerly Will Kroos) feels perfectly designed for the Shawn Michaels-era NXT. There’s an intensity and unpredictability to him that immediately grabs your attention. And with so many major names departing the brand, the timing couldn’t be better for a fresh monster heel to emerge. Before WWE, Kroos gained attention on the independent scene through hard-hitting appearances in promotions like Game Changer Wrestling, where his chaotic brawling style helped him stand out among a crowded indie field. That same chaos translates well to NXT television. WWE loves performers who can create emotional reactions immediately, and Rook already feels like somebody fans will either love or desperately want to see get punched in the face. Either reaction works.

If he develops stronger promo confidence and finds a signature rivalry early, he has a chance to become one of the brand’s centerpiece heels. There’s a little bit of young Bronson Reed energy in the presentation. Future North American Champion feels realistic. Beyond that? We’ll see.

Kam Hendrix

Kam Hendrix fits one of WWE’s favorite developmental archetypes: the terrifying athlete with ridiculous upside. WWE’s recent success with talents like Oba Femi has clearly reinforced the company’s belief that dominant, physically overwhelming performers still matter. Hendrix enters NXT at exactly the right time to benefit from that philosophy. Prior to WWE, Hendrix made waves as a standout football athlete and performance-based prospect, with several showcase appearances at WWE ID and NIL-related developmental events that reportedly caught the attention of scouts early. The tools are obvious. The size jumps off the screen immediately. The challenge now becomes personality. WWE can teach timing, structure, and television pacing, but eventually, Hendrix needs something fans can emotionally connect to beyond “big guy destroys people.” Right now, his projection feels somewhere between Julius Creed and Royce Keys. Explosive power with real upside if the character side develops properly.

Tristan Angels

Tristan Angels feels like the type of wrestler hardcore fans are going to latch onto very quickly. You can already see the blueprint: high pace, smooth athleticism, crisp execution, and matches that get clipped all over social media every Tuesday night. In a restructured NXT landscape, there’s suddenly a lot more room for pure in-ring standouts to break through. Before signing with WWE, Angels earned buzz through standout independent matches in regional promotions across the Southeast, particularly for Pro Wrestling REVOLVER, where his speed and athletic creativity started turning heads. The confidence is already there. He carries himself like somebody WWE views as a long-term project worth investing in. The next step is character depth. Plenty of wrestlers can have great matches. The stars are the ones fans emotionally invest in between the bell rings. At the moment, his trajectory feels similar to Nathan Frazer's. Though maybe with a little more edge and aggression baked into the presentation.

Tate Wilder

Tate Wilder may end up being one of the biggest winners of this entire NXT reset. Why? Because WWE suddenly needs babyfaces. Real ones. The roster lost several established personalities, and Wilder already feels naturally easy to root for. He has underdog energy, explosive athleticism, and the kind of style that creates highlight-reel moments fans remember after the show ends. Before WWE, Wilder built momentum wrestling for smaller independent promotions throughout Texas and the Midwest, where he gained attention for his crowd connection and fast-paced comeback-heavy match structure. WWE has always valued performers who can generate sympathy and excitement quickly, and Wilder checks both boxes immediately. The key now is confidence on the microphone. If he develops stronger promos and refines his character work, he could become one of the central weekly babyfaces of the brand. Long-term, he feels like the kind of performer who consistently lives in that upper-midcard sweet spot while quietly stealing shows every month.

Kali Armstrong

If you were drafting purely based on upside, Kali Armstrong might honestly be the first name off the board. She checks almost every box WWE currently prioritizes when developing future stars: legitimate athletic background, charisma, physical presence, confidence, and a modern presentation that already feels television-ready. Before joining WWE, Armstrong competed in collegiate track and field, where her explosiveness and natural athleticism reportedly made her an immediate standout during WWE recruitment evaluations. And with several top women already called up or preparing to leave NXT soon, the brand is actively searching for its next centerpiece. Kali feels like somebody WWE could fast-track in a hurry if she adapts quickly to television. There are flashes of Bianca Belair in the athletic profile and hints of Lash Legend in the overall presence. That’s an incredibly high bar, but the raw tools are there. The scary part? She’s probably nowhere near finished developing yet. If things break correctly, Kali Armstrong doesn’t just project as a future NXT champion. She feels like somebody WWE could eventually build an entire WrestleMania season around.

I've got the Street Profits and Joe Hendry winning this one. Seth gets involved with Breakker, should be a good one!

It all starts Saturday. The draft is over. The screenshots have been posted. Everybody thinks they cooked. Half the league already believes they’re holding the Fantasy Wrestling Championship belt by the 4th of July. Slow down, brother. The season hasn’t even started yet.

The Road to SummerSlam officially kicks off with Backlash and this is where the real players separate themselves from the people who auto-drafted and forgot their passwords. Anybody can survive the draft room. The waiver wire is where legends are made.

Right now there are points just sitting out there in free agency like cash on the sidewalk.

I’m talking about names like Danhausen, The Miz, and Kit Wilson. These guys slipped through the cracks in a bunch of leagues. Founders ignored them. Big boards ignored them and for good reason…they aren’t big time players in this league. However, they have real value going into Backlash!

Remember the scoring. Every wrestler competing at Backlash automatically gets 3 points just for stepping into the match. Win the match? That’s another 4 points. Seven points in one night can completely swing an early standings race. In Week One, seven points feels like finding buried treasure.

And honestly? My money is on Danhausen pulling off the win with his mystery partner. That alone makes him one of the best value pickups available heading into Saturday. If he’s still sitting in your free agency pool right now and you’re reading this article instead of smashing the add button, I can’t help you.

Now if you REALLY want to embrace chaos, there’s the ultimate gamble sitting out there: Jelly Roll. There’s been buzz about him potentially being the mystery partner, and if that happens? Oh baby. The fantasy streets will be on fire. Imagine losing Week One because somebody panic-added Jelly Roll at 1:13 in the morning while you were asleep. That’s the kind of stupidity this league was built for.

Since the draft, we’ve already had roster movement shake things up. The New Day, Tonga Loa, and JC Mateo have all moved on. Most of those guys probably weren’t cracking your active lineup anyway, but it’s still a reminder that rosters change fast in fantasy wrestling. What looked smart on draft night can look absolutely cooked a week later.

Then there’s the brutal situation involving Stephanie Vaquer. Reports are saying she could miss significant time with an injury, and now fantasy GMs are stuck making the kind of decisions that end friendships.

Do you stash her and hope she comes back in time to make a late-season run? Or do you cut bait immediately and chase points now?

That’s the game.

Nobody wants to dump a third-round pick before the season even gets rolling. It feels disgusting. You spent weeks researching. You convinced yourself she was the steal of the draft. Maybe you even victory-lapped the pick in the group chat. But injuries don’t care about your spreadsheets. Championships are won by managers willing to make cold-blooded decisions.

And here’s the part people are forgetting: once the season officially starts Saturday, you only get TWO free agent moves per week.

Two.

That means every pickup matters. Every drop matters. Every panic move matters. You can’t just shotgun the waiver wire like a lunatic anymore. You need a plan. You need strategy. You need to stop emotionally attaching yourself to the random wrestler you drafted in Round 14 because “they had a cool entrance.”

Now let’s talk about something even more important that some of you completely ignored during the draft: championships.

Were all the belts drafted?

Seriously. Go check.

Because if there are free agent champions sitting out there, you are basically refusing free points. Every single week, title holders stack points automatically. Tag champions earn 1 point every week they hold those belts. It doesn’t sound like much until you realize those points pile up FAST over the course of a season.

And somehow names like Brie Bella, R-Truth, and Paige went undrafted in a bunch of leagues.

That is INSANE value.

Let’s do the math. Looking at recent title reign data, the average tag title run lasts around 12 weeks. Brie Bella and Paige have only been holding those belts for about three weeks. That means if history holds, there could still be roughly nine more weeks of free championship points available.

Nine free points.

Just sitting there.

That’s before you even factor in successful title defenses, which tack on another 4 points every time they retain. Suddenly a “boring” waiver pickup turns into one of the smartest moves in the league. That’s how fantasy championships are won. Not always with the sexy first-round pick. Sometimes it’s by grabbing the overlooked champion everybody else ignored because they were too busy drafting based on entrance music.

And that’s really the key heading into Week One. Your top six to eight wrestlers are probably untouchable right now. Those are your foundation pieces. Those are your stars. But the back end of your roster? That’s where championships are won.

Those last few spots should be rotating constantly. That’s where you hunt value. That’s where you play matchups. That’s where you steal points while everybody else is asleep at the wheel.

Work the waiver wire. Be aggressive. Take smart risks. But don’t be the idiot who drops somebody competing at Backlash or holding a championship just because you got bored for five minutes.

Saturday starts the grind. And by Sunday morning, somebody in your league is already going to regret their draft and their inability to capitalize on FREE POINTS. What will say to them? I’d tell them to “DILL WITH IT!”

THE FOUNDERS' BIG BOARD SHOWDOWN

Road to SummerSlam

By: Dillster

Four boards walk in. One board walks out.

You’ve got:

• KM Punk grinding spreadsheets at 2am
• Kayfabe King stacking wins like it’s scripted
• Dillster kicking the door in with zero fear
• The Default list sitting there like “numbers don’t lie”

So instead of picking a side… we took all of them.

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WHAT JUMPS OFF THE PAGE

First… Cody Rhodes is untouchable. Everyone agrees. Lock it in and do not overthink it.

But after that, chaos.

Roman Reigns is top 3 everywhere except the Default list, which drops him to 13. That is your biggest red flag versus upside decision in the entire draft.

Oba Femi is the ultimate swing. Top 6 on every founder board… 44 on Default. That is the definition of “are you early or are you wrong?”

Then you get steady climbers like Tiffany Stratton and Dominik Mysterio who the data loves and the founders respect, even if they are not flashy picks.

WHY THE COLLECTIVE BOARD MATTERS

The yellow row is not just an average.

It is:

• KM Punk’s homework
• Kayfabe King’s instincts
• Dillster’s guts
• The Default list’s receipts

All rolled into one.

It smooths out overreactions, but it does not kill upside. It respects production without being trapped by it.

FINAL TAKE

If you stare at this long enough, you start to see it.

• Where all four agree… that is your foundation
• Where one list goes rogue… that is your opportunity
• Where the gaps are massive… that is where leagues are won

You do not need to copy the yellow row.

But if you ignore it completely?

You are drafting blind.

Dill With It.

WHO’S NOT?

1. DRAGON LEE

In the months leading up WrestleMania 42, Dragon Lee had a run as a Tag Team Champion alongside Hall-of-Famer AJ Styles. Then, after Gunther retired AJ, Dragon Lee had a feud with the Ring General that felt like it was building to a retirement match with the legend Rey Mysterio (though that storyline was abandoned in favor of a matchup between Rollins and Gunther). He survived the jettisoned storyline and was included in the WM42 6-pack ladder match for the IC title. Except, he didn’t win…and never seemed like the likely champion anyways. And now there are big questions about what is next for Dragon Lee and we haven’t seen him around. We have clarity about the IC title scene going forward, and Lee isn’t part of it. He could be a decent free agent pick up later in the season, but for now, I don’t think he’s worth drafting.

2. AJ LEE

Because of her feud with Becky Lynch, her brief IC title run, and her dominant win record in high-scoring PLE matches, AJ Lee had one of the best Points Per Match ratings down the stretch. But she is a part-timer, and there is no guarantee we’ll see her much (if at all) between now and SummerSlam. Keep her on your watchlist, because you’ll want to pick her up quickly if she returns, but no reason to draft her right now.

3. JEY USO

I know this is a bit of a hot take, but hear me out. Jey is still on TV regularly, but the Uso’s have dropped the Tag Titles, and find themselves in more promos than matches as of late. Hopefully, we will have a better idea where Jey (and Jimmy) are heading after Backlash, but right now, they are living in Roman’s shadow once again and all of Jey’s momentum has cooled. Through most of 2025 and 2026 Jey was wrestling consistently, featuring in a lot of RAW main events, and WINNING a lot. But these numbers tell a better story. In 2025, he wrestled 39 times and scored over 400 total points. So far, in 2026, he’s wrestled just 9 times and scored just 53 points. Which is to say: He is way off the pace! 2026 could be a disappointing year for the YEET man. I’m not saying don’t draft him. I’m saying don’t build your roster around him. But if he turns on Roman and goes after the Championship soon, he might surprise you.

WHO’S HOT?

1. OBA FEMI

Yes, The Ruler has arrived. He seemingly retired Brock Lesnar, and now he is running an open challenge on RAW. That means Oba Femi is going to be wrestling most weeks, and stacking up points each episode. I also expect him to be featured on PLEs, so he’s going to be a monster in the ring, and on the scoreboard. Everyone will want Oba on their roster.

2. JE’VON EVANS

RAW has been bouncey ever since he signed with the red brand. Through all of 2025, and most of 2026, Penta has featured heavily on RAW week to week. Even outside of his IC title run, he was a RAW workhorse and had a good win percentage that raked in points. And while the Penta-train is showing no signs of slowing down, I think Je’Von is about to fill a similar spot in the coming months. He might win gold this season, he might not. But it won’t matter. Because Je’Von is going to be on TV, he’s going to be in storylines, and the baby face is going to win more often than he loses. Either way, he’s going to bring in points.

3. IYO SKY

Iyo Sky has been stuck playing supporting character in multiple storylines, and it kept her off the WrestleMania 42 card which, I will contend, was criminal. But Kairi is gone (why?!?!), and we’re finally getting the Asuka match that is at least two months over due, AND she just faced Becky Lynch for the IC title, which she lost…but only due to interference. I think this is a signal that Iyo Sky is going to transition back into a featured act on RAW. And I’m here for it. I expect Iyo to challenge for and win some gold this year, and soon.

Those are my thoughts on RAW. Check back in this weekend for the SmackDown edition of this series!

Dillsters UPDATED Big Board: Road to SummerSlam

Monday, April 27, 2026 · Dillster

Dillster’s UPDATED Big Board: Road to SummerSlam

A lot can happen in three weeks in the WWE. And when those three weeks include WrestleMania, buckle up, because this is not just a shake-up. This is a full-on roster earthquake.

You get the aftermath.
You get the call-ups.
You get the cuts.
You get the chaos.

And right now we are living in Cut City.

We are talking names getting wiped off the board like they never existed. Kairi Sane. Gone. Aleister Black. Gone. And then, because WWE loves a curveball, Brock Lesnar just says “I’m out” and rides off into the sunset at WrestleMania like a final boss who got bored of winning.

This is why you listen to me.

Because while everyone else is reacting,
The Dillster is adjusting.

And now I am giving you the roadmap to dominate from now through SummerSlam.

Dillster’s Big Board (UPDATED)

1. Cody Rhodes
2. Rhea Ripley
3. Roman Reigns
4. Oba Femi
5. CM Punk
6. Bron Breakker
7. Liv Morgan
8. Seth Rollins
9. Stephanie Vaquer
10. Jey Uso
11. Penta
12. Tiffany Stratton
13. Gunther
14. Trick Williams
15. Jacob Fatu
16. Randy Orton
17. Iyo Sky
18. Carmelo Hayes
19. Logan Paul
20. Becky Lynch
21. LA Knight
22. Je'Von Evans
23. Sami Zayn
24. Finn Balor
25. Sol Ruca
26. Dominick Mysterio
27. Jade Cargill
28. Giulia
29. Charlotte Flair
30. Ricky Saints
31. Drew McIntyre
32. Ethan Page
33. Raquel Rodriguez
34. Alexa Bliss
35. Damian Priest
36. Solo Sikoa
37. Jacy Jane
38. Lyra Valkyria
39. Joe Hendry
40. Roxanne Perez
41. Lash Legend
42. Royce Keys
43. Jimmy Uso
44. Austin Theory
45. Ilja Dragunov
46. Paige
47. Asuka
48. Montez Ford
49. Angelo Dawkins
50. Rusev

Biggest Risers (aka “I Told You So”)

• Finn Balor ↑15
• Roman Reigns ↑14
• Bron Breakker ↑8
• Jacob Fatu ↑8
• LA Knight ↑7

Let’s talk about the guys actually winning your league.

Finn Balor

The Demon showed up. And when the Demon shows up, bad things happen, just not for him.

Balor did not just beat Dominick Mysterio. He reminded everyone who he is. Then he follows it up by getting right back into action on Raw. That is usage. That is an opportunity. That is fantasy gold.

Judgment Day Finn was background noise.
This Finn is cooking.

5th round value is a steal. Absolute steal.

Roman Reigns

Up 14 spots and sitting at number 3, and honestly that might still be low.

Here is the difference now.
Roman is not just showing up for the big checks anymore. He is showing up weekly.

That changes everything.

We already know what he is at the top. Titles. Main events. Massive points. But if he is actually working consistently heading into Backlash,

You are not drafting a star.
You are drafting a league winner.

Bron Breakker

Let me say this clearly.

Bron Breakker is not a prospect anymore.

He is a problem.

He comes back at Mania, costs Seth Rollins a shot, grabs a mic the next night, and suddenly you are looking at a guy who is one storyline away from holding gold.

You get him in Round 2,
you laugh all the way to the standings.

Jacob Fatu

The Samoan Werewolf just bullied his way into relevance and now he is staring down Roman Reigns.

That is not a midcard move. That is a main event declaration.

Even if he loses at Backlash, it does not matter. He is in the mix now, and being in the mix means points.

Round 3 value feels right, for now.

Biggest Droppers (aka “Yikes”)

• Drew McIntyre ↓16
• Lash Legend ↓10
• Randy Orton ↓9
• Austin Theory ↓8

Drew McIntyre

From main event monster to Hollywood villain.

Drew takes the loss at Mania and now he is off filming a Highlander reboot. Good for his career. Bad for your fantasy team.

He will be back. He will be valuable again.

But right now,
he is a roster clog.

Randy Orton

Yeah, I missed this one. It happens. Even the great Dillster lets one slip.

Orton looked primed for title number 15 and instead takes the loss to Cody. Still dangerous, still relevant, but not the fantasy hammer we expected.

He is value now, not dominance.

Austin Theory

This one is simple.

New blood is coming.
And they are coming for spots.

Theory holding gold does not mean much when teams like The Street Profits are lurking.

Spoiler alert. They are not back to lose.

New Faces (aka “Do Your Homework or Lose”)

• Sol Ruca (#25)
• Ricky Saints (#30)
• Ethan Page (#32)
• Jacy Jane (#37)
• Royce Keys (#42)
• Paige (#46)
• Montez Ford (#48)
• Angelo Dawkins (#49)

Sol Ruca

Immediate impact. Immediate spotlight.

Shows up post-Mania and goes right at Liv Morgan. That is not random, that is a push.

She is not just a name.
She is a future cornerstone.

The Street Profits

Let me make this real easy for you.

If Montez Ford and Angelo Dawkins are on your board late,

You draft them.

No hesitation. No thinking. Just click the button.

Dropped Out (aka “Thanks for Playing”)

• Nia Jax
• AJ Lee
• Kiana James
• R-Truth
• Brock Lesnar
• Bayley
• El Grande Americano
• Kairi Sane
• Aleister Black

Between cuts, part-timers, and talent working outside the system, these names just do not move the needle anymore.

And in this game,
if you are not scoring,
you are gone.

Final Word from the Dillster

This is your blueprint.

This is your edge.
This is how you win.

If you follow this board, you are competing.
If you do not,

Do not come crying when you are sitting at the bottom of the standings wondering what went wrong.

Because I told you.
I laid it out.
I gave you everything.

DILL WITH IT.

www.draftasticprowrestling.com

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I know that the matches weren't long enough, the ads were out of control and there was a lack of that "it" factor at Wrestlemania Night 1. But it wasn't all bad! This match in particular was great and it had the least amount of build up. Proving that you can put two great workers together and you don't have to add a bunch of BS and they can make magic...they got this one right! Fantastic Wrestlemania Match!