Every AEW Wrestler Ranked From Worst To Best - After One Year

72. Michael Nakazawa

Michael Nakazawa
AEW

Being best mates with Kenny Omega paid off for Michael Nakazawa, who may not have made the AEW talent roster if not for his association with the Executive Vice President.

Nakzawa's oil shtick is fun the first few times you see it but quickly wears thin. It's a one-note act with a Dark ceiling despite the odd Dynamite foray, making it hard to see what he offers beyond the odd meme here and there.

71. Alex Reynolds

Alex Reynolds AEW
WWE.com

The Beaver Boys of Alex Reynolds and John Silver barely wrestle as The Dark Order's meat shields, though they have proven themselves a capable enhancement tandem when called upon. Fans of Beyond Wrestling know they can do more than that, of course, but it's unlikely that they'll ever be used higher up the AEW card.

70. John Silver

John Silver
AEW

Though Silver's push and presentation are identical to those of partner Alex Reynolds, this pint-sized powerhouse has stood out more when asked to pull on his boots and dopey gimp mask.

Silver was a highlight in his and Reynolds' recent Dark tag match against the Natural Nightmares. As he did on the indies, the diminutive beefcake stood out for his personality and intensity, laying into his veteran opponents veraciously. It'd be cool to see him get the odd singles match here and there before 2020 is over.

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