10 Biggest Breakout WWE Stars Of 2016

3. Corey Graves

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Corey Graves is the only non-wrestler on this list.

Long one of the best color commentators in the industry, he was the voice of NXT for a year. As he continued to improve, blending sarcasm and personal stories acquired during his time spent with the Superstars, fans began calling for him to be a Raw or SmackDown announcer.

Fans got their wish in July when Graves was named to the Raw roster, where he would join Michael Cole and Byron Saxton at the broadcast position.

Since then, Graves has become the most consistent announcer on the brand. His insight trumps Saxton's and he plays off corporate shill Cole perfectly. He brings a wrestler's eye to every match and the result is a much more enjoyable product for fans.

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Erik Beaston is a freelance pro wrestling writer who likes long walks in the park, dandelions and has not quite figured out that this introduction is not for Match.com. He resides in Parts Unknown, where he hosts weekly cookouts with Kane, The Ultimate Warrior, Papa Shango and The Boogeyman. Be jealous.