9 Early WWE Hall Of Fame 2017 Predictions

5. Jim Neidhart

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Jim Neidhart was never a top star in WWE, but he did work for the promotion on and off for 12 years, from 1985-1997. As part of The Hart Foundation alongside Bret Hart, he was the muscle to Bret's technical ability. His importance to the success of the team cannot be discounted, 'The Anvil' more than held his own.

Some personal demons have plagued Neidhart over the years, including drug and alcohol abuse, but if he's in a good place mentally then he would be welcome in Florida. Another who experienced great longevity, he was also part of the revamped Hart Foundation when Bret turned heel in 1997.

Of course, Jim's daughter Natalya still works in WWE. She'd be the ideal choice to induct Neidhart, because it would provide the 2017 Hall Of Fame with a feelgood family moment. 

Jim Neidhart may never have been a World Champion in any of the major promotions, but he did do a lot in wrestling, both inside and out of Vince McMahon's operation.

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