7 Things WWE Must Do With NXT On USA Network

4. Integrate NXT UK & 205 Live Talent

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There are rumours flying around all over the place that SmackDown tapings will be bumped to three hours when it jumps to FOX in October and that 205 Live will be scrapped from the weekly lineup. It's easy to view this as sad, but it could actually be a blessing in disguise for those Cruiserweights who aren't given much attention.

Meanwhile, NXT UK could benefit from a few cameo appearances on the USA Network. Such TV exposure would, in theory, elevate names like Gallus, the Grizzled Young Veterans and more, and it's not like NXT fans would complain about seeing those who have dipped a toe in before like Toni Storm and Pete Dunne.

This is a chance for WWE to reaffirm NXT's status as the bedrock of opportunity.

Integrating both 205 and UK talent into the mix may well raise the profile of everyone, and that's hardly a bad thing. If NXT UK gets a little rub from the 'main' NXT brand, then it'll hopefully start pulling in a few more viewers itself. It's worth a shot, at least.

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