WWE 2017 recap: 10 bad things and 12 good ones

Good: Braun Strowman destroys everything

Crucial to Roman Reigns' evolution was the rise of Braun Strowman. Their year-defining feud boosted the stock of both men tremendously, and while the higher-ups always saw Roman Reigns as #1, 2017 was the year that saw Braun Strowman establish himself as #1a. For a guy dismissed as an afterthought beforehand, it was a massive accomplishment.

Braun Strowman was the hottest act in the company in 2017 because he's just so good at what he does. He's no AJ Styles in the ring, but he doesn't need to be. He's no Rock on the mic, but he doesn't need to be. Braun Strowman's act is about breaking things. His ring work and mic skills are perfectly congruent with that act, and that act is a joy to watch.

Involved in some of the most memorable segments and moments of the year, Braun Strowman was the most consistently entertaining character on RAW. When that music hits, and the crowd chants "BRAAAUUUUUNNNNN" along with it, you know you're about to see something fun, and you'll laugh at the expense of some dork that's about to get his ass kicked.

It's the most basic of basics, which is why it's timeless.