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As a global phenomenon WWE continues to push out content and accumulate talent at a record pace. As part of this growth, there are new and interesting angles and storylines along the way. That said, the company is also in a position to make changes or evolve their product from where it is to where it could be moving in 2019.
While a number of things have taken place from a programming standpoint one has to wonder what changes could be made moving forward, who and what could be affected, and when could we anticipate it happening. With 2018 drawing to a close there are a few things that could be explored. If these changes were to happen it they should happen soon.
Here are the 5 things WWE should do before this year is over.
#5 Revisit an NXT invasion angle with the main roster
One of the hottest angles that took place in WWE over the last decade happened a few years ago, and it actually involved a number of talent currently on the roster. You may recall the Nexus angle, where a group of men from the NXT roster engaged in a feud with the top talent. One of the men at the time was John Cena.
It could be argued that something similar took place a few years later with the emergence of the Shield. Their group attacks on a number of main roster superstars were similar to those of the Nexus, but that was on a much smaller scale.
It would be quite interesting to see whether or not something similar could be done to end 2018, creating a hot angle moving into the new year, whether it's the Undisputed Era crashing the ring or other NXT talent banding together in search of their shot at the brass ring.
#4 Call up Nikki Cross
When Sanity was called up to SmackDown, there was one member that was noticeably missing. Nikki Cross stayed with the NXT because she was a incredible challenger for the Women's Championship.
Her character is more unhinged than her fellow Sanity brethren, so her addition to either roster would be a welcome change since she is so unlike anyone else on either brand. The simplest idea would be to reunite Cross with the remaining members of Sanity and have her as a part of Smackdown's women's division.
From her initial debut with the faction, Cross's energy, personality and character were unmistakable. It would also lead to potential matchups against the likes of Peyton Royce, Billie Kay or even Carmella. This is something WWE may want to consider doing before 2018 draws to a close.
#3 Have Daniel Bryan win the WWE championship
One of the most interesting characters on Smackdown is Daniel Bryan. He returned to the ring at WrestleMania and since then has been slowly integrated into the roster.
His program with Big Cass left a lot to be desired, though that had little to do with Bryan and more with his opposition. His feud with The Miz has been a terrific opportunity for fans to see his passion as he's continued to jockey for position against the A-Lister during their feud.
Bryan is the number one contender for the WWE title after he beat the Miz at Super Show-Down. The WWE Universe wants to see Bryan win the WWE title to show that he is the underdog that can defy all the odds.
#2 Turn Bobby Roode Heel
He is glorious and the former US and NXT Champion, but that's about it. Particularly since the switch to Raw, Bobby Roode hasn't had a major storyline to sink his teeth into or anything that would grow his character.
What was a curious decision about Roode was to introduce him on the main roster as a face. A big part of that was because his theme is so catchy and infectious that fans sang along with it, which isn't supposed to happen for heels.
Fans will recall that throughout his time in the NXT he was a heel. It simply made the most sense because his confidence was so over the top that it clearly came across that he was arrogant. By turning Roode heel he could easily ascend to the top of the card and be seen as a valid challenger for any singles title.
#1 call up Aleister Black
Former NXT champion Aleister Black brings with him not just an admirable skillset but also a character unlike anything currently on either main roster show. Black has the same dark and cool edge as the Undertaker had.
It was unfortunate that just prior to the recent NXT Takeover in Brooklyn Black suffered an injury, taking him out of the main event match. It may very well put a hold on plans to either have him regain the title or complete his run with the brand to move up.
He would be a solid addition either Raw or Smackdown. His presentation may appear a better fit for Raw, particularly due to his entrance. Having him on Smackdown would also lend itself some great matchups as well.
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