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WWE might have taken some pretty hard blows in 2020, but it wasn't all bad. In fact, 2020 saw The Fiend shoot to stardom, Roman Reigns become a heel for the first time, and one of the best Randy Orton runs of recent memory. If nothing else, a lot has been accomplished this year and WWE should be proud of that.
Unfortunately for the company, they were constantly mired by forces outside their control or booking incidents that left fans a little upset. While most of these gripes are legitimate, WWE has done a lot to overcome numerous issues. Furthermore, they have made significant steps to set themselves up for the future.
With that being said and 2020 finally in the rear view mirror, here are 5 signs that WWE is heading for a comeback in 2021. As always, let us know your thoughts in the comments below, and be sure to tell us if you think WWE will experience another boom period in 2021.
#5. WWE writing The Fiend off of television
Creating demand is a very important thing in pro wrestling, and that is exactly what WWE did when they wrote The Fiend off of television a few weeks ago. While some fans booed in disgust at the horrific act, with Randy Orton burning The Fiend in the ring, others saw what it could mean for the future of the character.
In all honesty, the key appeal of The Fiend was that he existed as a special attraction. Something you wouldn't see every day in wrestling. Of course, the theatrics and the mind games were there for good measure, but The Fiend needs to be more protected than he has been over the last year.
It seems like WWE understands this now. Furthermore, it feels like they are roping fans into what could end up being one of the best payoffs of the year. Whether WWE can achieve that is ultimately up to how they play the next few weeks and months, but they have done a pretty good job so far.
#4. Possibility of Edge versus Randy Orton
Edge versus Randy Orton is a believable possibility for WrestleMania 37. While it was somewhat derailed by Edge's injury, this could only end up making the stakes even higher. Think back to when Becky Lynch was denied her match with Ronda Rousey due to a significant injury and the anticipation it was able to help build.
Of course, the two have already fought twice, but that just makes their possible rubber match at WrestleMania 37 all the more enticing. Some might think the moment has passed on these two crossing paths again, but they're both still capable of producing an excellent Wrestlemania match.
For example, what if Randy Orton and Edge fought inside Hell in Cell this time around, to truly settle things? One big bloodbath could be just what the doctor ordered to end this landmark feud. All the company has to do is start building it up and make it something that fans feel they can't afford miss. Letting these two take each other to the limit will only work out for the best.
#3. Charlotte Flair feuding with her father
There's something about Charlotte Flair's tension with her dad that makes for interesting WWE television. On Raw, Charlotte caught her father making eyes with Lacey Evans, before the Queen finally sent her dad packing to the locker room.
WWE could make things even more interesting by having a returning Andrade team up with Charlotte, but with The Nature Boy injecting himself into the situation.
Keep in mind the couple got engaged on January 1st of this year, and the company could use that knowledge to start a storyline between the three. A storyline that could easily improve Andrade's career and put him on the top of the card.
If nothing else, this could end up being one of the best angles of the year, and there are already a lot of storytelling elements to play with. While the company might be tempted to do something else with this tension, it is obvious that creating a rift between Flair and Andrade, or Flair and her Father, will be big money for WWE.
#2. The eventual return of Becky Lynch
Becky Lynch's return to WWE is tantalizing to think about. The unsatisfying way her last title reign came to an end gives fans plenty to look forward to with regards to her championship aspirations. This feeling could even be enough to net her a marquee match at WrestleMania 37, if she returns in time. Although, this is unlikely.
Either way, the WWE Universe is dying to see Becky Lynch in the squared circle again, making her next run must-see TV. Of course, there is some chance this could change if the company makes the wrong move with her character, but Lynch is still on enough of a roll to survive a misstep.
In the end, Becky Lynch returning would be huge for WWE, no matter what brand she is on. Furthermore, there are so many good opponents available for her at WrestleMania 37 that she might end up topping her record breaking performance at WrestleMania 35.
#1. WWE hinting at Roman Reigns versus Goldberg
While WWE might not be able to give us Roman Reigns versus The Rock, they could still play off of history and give us something almost as tempting. WWE had Reigns versus Goldberg booked for WrestleMania 36, but had to change plans due to Reigns dropping out amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. It was a huge blow and something many fans were pretty upset about.
The two men have unfinished business with each other and there are plenty of ways WWE could run with this. For example, WWE could simply milk Goldberg being the conquering babyface and keep Reigns as a mafia boss-type heel. That would be a polarizing mix to say the least.
Or, perhaps WWE can have Goldberg bring up Reigns' decision to drop out of their previous match at Wrestlemania. This would make things personal, and allow Roman Reigns to eventually turn babyface again, if this is something WWE would be interested in.
