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Tag team wrestling has never really been an area of focus in WWE, or so has been said by several individuals who have worked for the company. As a result, it often so happens that certain individuals are cast in tag team situations, whose talents can be best utilized as singles performers.
In this article, we shall look at six such WWE Superstars, who are not necessarily flourishing in a tag team environment, and their talents would be far better served if they broke off from such a format, honestly. As always, if you feel otherwise or echo our sentiments, the comments section is yours to air your views, thoughts, and opinions.
There are some notable omissions from this list, such as Kofi Kingston, because of the equity of the New Day brand for WWE. And sure, maybe Naomi would do well as a singles performer, but let's just see where she goes next.
#6 WWE SmackDown Superstar Otis needs to get his mojo back again
Remember how Otis was the apple of Vince McMahon's eye in 2020? WWE even decided to reward him with the Money in the Bank contract, something he promptly lost to The Miz. Somehow, he has fallen out of favor since then, and Otis has been relegated to a tag team role once again. This time with Chad Gable, as a member of the Alpha Academy.
Otis has never seemed the same since Heavy Machinery split up, but now a reunion is impossible since Tucker is on the other brand. Maybe Otis could mix it up with a solid heel in the WWE SmackDown roster, such as Sami Zayn, in a feud that elevates both men? It seems like the only way to rehabilitate this comedy legend.
#5 It does seem like WWE Superstar Montez Ford is destined for greatness
The Street Profits, at the current rate at which they are going, could become the most beloved duo in WWE by the end of 2021. Some may say that they hold that distinction already among select members in the WWE universe. The former SmackDown Tag Team Champions can work, they can cut a promo, and they can entertain!
That said, every team has a Shawn and Marty. While Angelo Dawkins is certainly no pushover, it is clear who the star of the division is, by a long shot. Montez Ford, at some point in the future, could go on to become a WWE/Universal Champion.
This is not to suggest that Angelo Dawkins cannot create his own path. Despite Edge going on to gold and glory, Christian has had his own WWE Hall of Fame-worthy career in the business. But Montez Ford could be the babyface that the company needs to lead it to new heights, a man oozing with charisma and confidence galore.
#4 WWE RAW Superstar Shayna Baszler needs to remind us how deadly she can be
It was bad enough that MMA star turned WWE powerhouse Shayna Baszler was cast into a tag team environment after the initial push she received against Becky Lynch. Yes, she is a dominant force, aligned with Nia Jax even now, but seems like a pale shadow of the force of nature that she once used to be.
And now, it almost feels like she's playing second-fiddle to Nia Jax's rear-end. Yes, after the whole (or should we say 'hole') incident that transpired on RAW, it is pretty certain that she will be cast in comedy segments until the buzz dies down.
This should be the impetus that Shayna Baszler needs to assault Nia Jax and embark on a solo WWE run. Maybe at some point, she can tussle with Asuka again to strengthen the WWE RAW Women's Championship picture quite significantly.
How far has Shayna Baszler fallen since her performance in at WWE Elimination Chamber 2020, almost one year ago?
#3 WWE RAW Superstar Mandy Rose could certainly excel as a singles performer
Can you believe that WWE Superstar Mandy Rose hasn't won a single Championship despite being one of the most prominently featured performers in the roster? She certainly has the look and the skill to be a breakout star, and honestly, it does seem strange that WWE has chosen not to reward her with a title already.
There's nothing wrong with her newfound alliance with Dana Brooke. However, if current plans involve Asuka turning heel, at some point in the near future, she will need babyfaces to work with, and Mandy Rose fills the role beautifully.
Mandy Rose is destined to be a big star, and she has a long way to go in her WWE career. However, it's always better to strike the iron when it's hot, and Mandy Rose is on fire right now. This is not a slight at Dana Brooke, but the partnership on WWE RAW may hold Rose back, considering how prominently featured she was prior to entering the division.
#2 and 1 Liv Morgan and Ruby Riott could both branch off to become top-tier WWE stars
The Riott Squad is definitely one of WWE's more entertaining acts, but there is probably more equity in Ruby Riott and Liv Morgan as singles performers than as tag team specialists.
Liv Morgan certainly has the look that WWE is known to traditionally go for and she has proven, time and again, that she can deliver in the ring. Ruby Riott is a ring-general and can definitely be a punk-rock themed babyface who defies the odds to become the Champion.
The trio just seems to have lost much of the oomph that they had back when Sarah Logan was a part of the mix because it's not the same anymore. Yes, Billie Kay adds an element of humor to the proceedings, but one wonders if her antics will lead to the faction's eventual demise.
It does seem like there's trouble in paradise for this WWE faction already, judging from this WWE Network exclusive. Could this spell the end for the Squad?
