When Bad Storylines Happen: Failed Angles in WWE History

TLDRThis video explores some of the worst storylines in WWE history, including Shawn Michaels' 2018 return, the Scott Hall alcoholism angle, and the Matt Morgan stuttering gimmick. It also looks at failed storylines involving Sting, Drew McIntyre, Roman Reigns, and the infamous Retribution faction.

Key insights

⚡️Shawn Michaels' 2018 return as part of D Generation X was a major disappointment.

🍺WCW's angle involving the alcoholism of Scott Hall was tasteless and offensive.

🦸‍♂️Sting's decision to join the NWO wolf pack in 1998 was a betrayal of his character.

🗝️Drew McIntyre's 'Chosen One' gimmick in 2009 was too much, too soon for the young star.

🐶Roman Reigns' feud with Baron Corbin and the dog food angle was a low point in his career.

Q&A

What was the most tasteless angle in WWE history?

The WCW angle involving Scott Hall's alcoholism was widely criticized for its insensitivity.

Which wrestler had the most disappointing return?

Shawn Michaels' 2018 return as part of D Generation X was highly anticipated but ultimately underwhelming.

Which failed storyline involved a stuttering gimmick?

Matt Morgan's stuttering gimmick in 2005 was widely panned and quickly abandoned.

What was the impact of Roman Reigns' feud with Baron Corbin?

The dog food angle during their feud was widely criticized and considered a low point in Reigns' career.

What was the outcome of Drew McIntyre's 'Chosen One' gimmick?

McIntyre's early push as the 'Chosen One' fizzled out and he ended up in comedy jobber roles.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction to failed storylines in WWE history.

01:59Shawn Michaels' disappointing 2018 return as part of D Generation X.

05:59WCW's tasteless angle involving Scott Hall's alcoholism.

13:20Sting's betrayal of his character by joining the NWO wolf pack in 1998.

19:40Drew McIntyre's 'Chosen One' gimmick in 2009 being too much, too soon.

26:59Roman Reigns' low point in his career with the dog food angle against Baron Corbin.