5 reasons why Bryan Danielson is the perfect heel for AEW

#2 Using his WWE past

Like all great sports competitions, pro wrestling thrives on tribalism. Either you're on Team AEW or Team WWE. It is the first time in over two decades that another wrestling company could provide a genuine alternative to the industry leader that is WWE. Everyone remembers the Monday Night Wars between WWF and WCW where both companies forced fans to choose their allegiances.

With the rise of All Elite Wrestling, fans have the power to choose which company to support. Many AEW loyalists are disgusted at the mere mention of WWE and it is a great opportunity for Bryan Danielson to tap on his past history with the company for some cheap heat.

Case in point: his mere mention of WrestleMania drew a chorus of boos during his segment against 'Hangman' Adam Page. It is only natural that they will want to support him as the homegrown star and a clever play by AEW to position Bryan as the antagonist of this story.

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#1 Building Adam Page as the top guy in AEW

The ultimate reason why Bryan Danielson is the perfect heel for AEW is that he is the perfect opponent to launch 'Hangman' Adam Page as the top guy in AEW. In previous interviews, he extensively talked about wanting to give back to young talent.

Danielson also wanted to wrestle with freedom and test himself against the best opponents while at the same time ushering in the next generation of wrestlers. What better way to fulfill those goals by first building 'Hangman' Adam Page into the face of the promotion?