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Pat McAfee WWE Raw Replacement Announced Amidst Corey Graves Controversy
Wade Barrett will be on commentary to replace Pat McAfee for the next episode of Raw.
Pat McAfee is set to miss the next episode of WWE Raw to call the College Football National Championship game between Ohio State and Notre Dame. This means there’s a slot on commentary that needs filling, but with the recent Corey Graves controversy still very much unresolved, WWE have instead turned to Wade Barrett.
The former King of the Ring will replace McAfee on commentary on the January 20th episode of WWE Raw, calling the action alongside Michael Cole. Earlier this month, Barrett teamed with Joe Tessitore on the commentary desk for the first time on WWE SmackDown.
The Corey Graves controversy began earlier this month, when Graves took to social media on January 13th to air frustrations about being moved to NXT. Graves hinted at being “not famous enough” to do the job he’d worked so hard at since being forced to retire due to concussion issues. Despite promising he had “a lot to say” on the January 14th broadcast of NXT, Graves was pulled from the show following his complaints, and all reports indicate the tension between himself and WWE is legitimate.
According to Dave Meltzer from the Wrestling Observer Radio, some WWE personnel believe Graves was intentionally looking to get let go following the posts. Meltzer concluded, “they probably aren’t gonna fire him, because I don’t think they want him going to AEW if they give him a release”.
Jim Ross Gives Thoughts On Corey Graves WWE Controversy, Pat McAfee’s Role
The news of the Corey Graves controversy had many figures throughout the wrestling world weighing in on the situation. The latest to do so is legendary broadcaster Jim Ross, who gave his thoughts on his podcast.
In the wake of Corey Graves’ controversial comments, WWE has announced that former NFL player and current sports personality Pat McAfee will be stepping in as a guest commentator for Monday Night Raw.
Graves came under fire recently for his remarks about WWE superstar Carmella, prompting backlash from fans and fellow wrestlers alike. In light of the backlash, WWE has decided to bring in McAfee to provide a fresh perspective and inject some new energy into the commentary team.
McAfee, who is known for his charismatic personality and quick wit, has already proven himself as a capable commentator during his time with WWE NXT. Fans can expect McAfee to bring his signature humor and enthusiasm to the Raw commentary booth, providing a lively and engaging broadcast experience.
While Graves’ future with WWE remains uncertain, McAfee’s addition to the Raw commentary team is sure to shake things up and bring a new dynamic to the show. Tune in to Monday Night Raw to see McAfee make his debut as a guest commentator and see how he stacks up against the competition.
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