🔥Champions are protected, and the draft is about both gaining and losing superstars.
🌟An NXT superstar is selected in the first round, a historic moment.
💪GMs prioritize roster protection and building a strong foundation.
👥SmackDown strengthens its women's division with key picks.
✨Raw keeps established stars and adds promising talents to the roster.
What is the purpose of the 2024 WWE Draft?
—The draft allows SmackDown and Raw to select and protect their superstars, ensuring a balanced roster.
What role does roster protection play in the draft?
—GMs must consider protecting their champions and existing talents while adding new talents to their roster.
Why was the first-round selection of an NXT superstar significant?
—It marked the first time an NXT superstar was drafted in the first round, highlighting their potential and impact in the WWE.
What strategies do GMs use during the draft?
—GMs prioritize roster protection, building a strong foundation, and selecting talents that complement their brand.
How does the draft impact the women's division?
—SmackDown focuses on strengthening its women's division, making key picks to bolster the roster.
00:03The 2024 WWE Draft begins with exciting prospects for SmackDown and Raw.
01:18The first round sees SmackDown selecting the Est of WWE, Bianca Belair, and Raw choosing main event J, Jay Flint.
02:16SmackDown surprises with the selection of NXT's Carmelo Hayes in the first round.
02:58Raw ends the first round with the pick of Seth Freakin Rollins.
03:58The second round sees SmackDown retaining Randy Orton.
04:26Raw secures the future star Braun Breaker in the second round.
05:19SmackDown surprises again by selecting solo Sikoa MFT Tomatonga and Paul Heyman in the second round.
05:58Liv Morgan becomes a key pick for Raw in the second round.
06:58SmackDown chooses La Knight to begin the third round.
07:36Raw selects Ricochet, the premier high-flying superstar, in the third round.
09:43SmackDown surprises with the pick of AJ Styles in the fourth round.
10:11Raw secures the Alpha Academy and Chad Gable in the fourth round.
