Pros’ Poll reveals Rookie Rankings
After five weeks of competition, the NXT Rookies have reached the first milestone in their careers with the Pros’ Poll. The eight Superstar Pros judged the Rookies on four criteria: win/loss records, the strength of their opponents, dedication and work ethic, and the “it” factor. (A Pro could not vote for his own Rookie.) WWE NXT Host Matt Striker revealed the Pro’s Poll Rookie Rankings and the results are:
1. Daniel Bryan
2. Wade Barrett
3. Justin Gabriel
4. Heath Slater
5. David Otunga
6. Skip Sheffield
7. Michael Tarver
8. Darren Young
The Pros will vote again in six weeks, and on that night, the NXT Rookie in last place will be eliminated from the competition. From then on, one Rookie will be eliminated each week until there’s a final four! Only one Rookie will be crowned WWE’s next breakout star and will receive a championship match on pay-per-view versus the champion of his choice. (This PPV will likely be Over the Limit)
In the next few weeks, the contest will only become harder. Not only will there be matches, but also competitions that will test a Rookie’s skill set required to be a WWE Superstar. It begins tonight with an all-Rookie Eight-Man Battle Royal, and the winner receives the honor of guest hosting the next Monday Night Raw!
(Christian vs The Miz for US title if Danielson wins?)
