10 WWE Superstars Who Don't Dress The Part
10. Roman Reigns
It was CM Punk vs. John Cena vs. Ryback at Survivor Series 2012.
Cena remained motionless on the floor during the climax of the match-up, and Ryback just Shellshocked the Best In The World. Before The Big Guy was able to capitalize, three men cloaked in black slid into the ring and assaulted him. From then on, when the words “Sierra, Hotel, India, Echo, Lima, Delta” echoed around arenas, wrestling fans roared for the three assailants – Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, and Dean Ambrose – known as The Shield.
Part of The Shield’s success came from their overall look: black pants, combat boots, and tactical vests. It coincided with the early ambushes the group considered justice. It suggested the three superstars were hired muscles, with some sort of military background, who meant business. That was 6 years ago.
Yet Roman Reigns still performs in the same gear today (granted, the vest has been contoured and features his insignia). The Big Dog would benefit from spicing up his costume; by wearing the same outfit, it almost appears he is holding onto the past. A new look to go along with further victories would set the tone that he is the new face of the company, and that his success comes from his time as a juggernaut in singles competition; not from back when he was part of a faction.
And on the subject of being a juggernaut, it makes little sense that Reigns, who is an unstoppable powerhouse, would need the extra padding considering that his rumored WrestleMania opponents, Brock Lesnar, doesn’t even wear kneepads.