10 Ingenious Ways WWE Can Restore Interest In Roman Reigns

8. Change His Costume, Change His Theme

Roman Reigns Girl Gif When The Shield split up, Dean Ambrose and Seth Rollins both got new clothes, new theme music, and new entrances. Reigns, meanwhile is stuck in the same old combat vest. Just like before, he pushes his way through the crowd to get to the ring. The WWE is relying on The Shield€™s former popularity to carry Reigns, but all it does is remind us of when the guy used to be cool. It€™s time to let Reigns become his own character, and make a clean, complete break with his past. He€™s being held back by the WWE€™s timidity; they need to cut Reigns loose, and let him either sink or swim on his own. But until they do, he€™s going to continue drowning.

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