10 Big WWE Problems Caused By John Cena Taking Time Off

3. Raw Ratings

This is a big one, as Cena really is key to Raw ratings. That's why he's in so many opening segments and main events, because viewers will generally tune in for him. Few, if any, other superstars have that magnetic effect. The problem is, Raw ratings have already been horrible this fall. Record viewership lows have been comparable to 1997's ratings, and the content has sucked. The last thing they need is to lose an experienced star like John Cena. His impact on the ratings will undoubtedly be felt, and viewership will inevitably fall lower without him. Whatever his reason for time off is, it must be serious. WWE sanctioning their main attraction to depart in such turbulent times is unprecedented.