5 WWE superstars who have exceeded expectations in 2017

#2 Braun Strowman

A Monster to stand up to the Beast

Last year, Braun Strowman was just another extremely large dude who couldn't talk or wrestle to save his life. He was a failing member of the Wyatt Family and looked lost for direction.

This year, he is the biggest threat to Brock Lesnar's reign as WWE Universal Champion and the one man who has constantly gotten the better of Roman Reigns.

Ever since the Brand Split of 2016, "The Monster Among Men" has gone from strength to strength. Not only has he been booked strongly, he has dramatically improved every aspect of his skillset to become a fearsome presence in the ring.

If you want to know how to establish someone as a credible monster in the WWE, look no further than Braun Strowman.