7 Wrestlers who should leave WWE in the next 2 years

The WWE landscape has changed a lot over the last few years. Wrestlers are no longer solely homegrown, as the company has hired talent that has competed on the independent circuit all around the globe. This wasn't a possibility a few years ago. This influx of talent from all over the world, coupled with the up-and-coming talent in NXT has resulted in a more talented, yet crowded WWE roster than ever before.

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The packed roster is both a blessing and a curse, as a lot of talent does not receive the spotlight it deserves. However, there are also other cases where Superstars have achieved everything they can in the WWE and there is just really no moving forward for them. Perhaps leaving the company and seeking greener pastures for a career renaissance or calling it a day altogether is a viable option. Let's check out the 7 wrestlers who should leave WWE in the next 2 years.

#7 Dolph Ziggler

Dolph Ziggler has been grinding his wheels in the WWE for a long time now. He hasn't been at the centre of a storyline since his battle with The Miz for the Intercontinental Championship on Smackdown Live. He's been stuck in place for years now, his promos are all largely based on the same thing; about how he's not given the opportunities or limelight he deserves. Regardless of the truth in those promos, it is highly unlikely that Ziggler is going to move any further up the card for the remainder of his WWE career.

Ziggler appears to be fed up with his treatment in the company and the X-factor in his performances is gone. His recent team-up with Drew McIntyre has him acting enthusiastic, but it's highly unlikely that he is truly enthusiastic, as the team exists to push McIntyre up the card, while Ziggler remains stuck in place.

Ziggler's discontent with the company has been well-documented in the past and he has other avenues to pursue outside wrestling; stand-up comedy and acting. Within the next couple of years, Ziggler will probably realize he is done with the WWE and will leave.

#6 Rhyno

Rhyno is in the twilight of his career

Rhyno has been a professional wrestler for the last 24 years. He garnered mainstream success when he signed for ECW in 1999, before signing for the WWF after the foreclosure of ECW in 2001. After leaving the company in 2005, he spent a lot of his career on the independent scene before making a return in NXT and ultimately teaming up with Heath Slater and winning the Smackdown Tag Team Championships.

Rhyno is 42 years old and has given everything he has to professional wrestling. He has transitioned into the role of a comedy jobber, as his job is to primarily put others over and participate in ultimately meaningless segments on Raw. There is nothing left for Rhyno to offer the company and after spending more than half his life as a professional wrestler, it will soon be time to say goodbye to Rhyno for good.

#5 The Ascension

The definition of wasted potential

When The Ascension was on NXT, they were unstoppable. They ran roughshod over the roster and big things were expected of the duo when they made their debut on the main roster in December 2014.

However, the transition can be rough for some and The Ascension fell victim to inconsistent booking and a poor understanding of their characters. They ended up as knock-offs of the legendary Demolition tag-team before fading into obscurity.

There was a brief career renaissance when they got involved in the Fashion Files, however, that was short-lived before they returned to their place in the undercard. Konnor and Victor are good wrestlers and deserve much better, so it's a shame to see them struggle in the company to such an extent. Don't be surprised if they ask for their release within the year.

#4 Dana Brooke

A career that is going nowhere

Dana Brooke is currently the statistician for Titus Worldwide. It is a character that is highly unlikely to go anywhere in the foreseeable future. Three years ago, Brooke was a bright prospect, with superb athleticism, strength and the look of a WWE Superstar. All that was left was for her to learn her way around the ring, which she undoubtedly should have. However, three years later, Brooke has not improved in any aspect, while regressing in others.

It is not entirely her fault, as she hasn't been given anything concrete to work with and it is blatantly obvious that the WWE does not take her seriously. It is a shame because under the right circumstances Brooke could have been a valuable addition to the roster. Perhaps it is time for Brooke to cut her loses and focus on her fitness career. She is still young and has the time to establish herself in another field.

#3 Jeff Hardy

Grand Slam Hardy

The Hardy Boys made their return to WWE at WrestleMania 33. Since then, they've had a good run in the tag-team division, before Matt Hardy became 'Woken' and Jeff got drafted to SmackDown. Hardy has quickly established himself as one of the top babyfaces on the show and is the current holder of the United States Championship, making him a Grand Slam Champion.

Jeff Hardy is 40 years old and years of problems with substances and his daredevil in-ring style have taken a toll on his body, as he is not as quick on his feet as he once was. Hardy is in the tail-end of his career.

He is featured on the cover of WWE 2K19, with a game mode dedicated to his career and he is often referred to as a legend on Smackdown. Hardy only has a couple of years at the top left. He has done it all and will definitely be inducted into the Hall of Fame.

#2 John Cena

The face that ran the place

In the 16 years since his debut against Kurt Angle, John Cena has achieved essentially everything there is to be achieved in the WWE. The only accolade that evades his grasp is becoming the first 17-time WWE World Champion. That will definitely happen before his career over, but once that is done, Cena has no real reason to stick around in the WWE.

Cena transitioned to the role of a part-timer a while ago and the WWE has adjusted to life without Cena. Roman Reigns has been pushed as the face of the company and there is fresh blood in the main event on a regular basis.

Cena comes and goes when his schedule allows him to, but it's no secret that in the due course of time, he will become a full-time actor and will have to bid goodbye to the ring. His 17th world championship win will definitely happen within the next two years and soon after that, Cena will no longer be an active wrestler on the WWE roster.

#1 Daniel Bryan

As good as it got for Bryan

Daniel Bryan finally made his in-ring return at WrestleMania 34 after almost three years out due to injury. It was a wonderful moment, as Bryan finally got to do what he loves once more after spending years on the sidelines. Since then, Bryan has been consistently getting great in the ring and gets massive pops in every arena around the world.

However, Bryan has not renewed his contract with the WWE and it is expected to expire sometime soon after Summerslam. The thought of Bryan leaving the WWE seems unimaginable, but it is entirely possible considering how WWE's hesitancy to let him back in the ring may have been upsetting to the superstar. Considering Bryan's history with injuries, WWE does not want him entering matches that may aggravate his past injuries (as seen by his exclusion from the Money in the Bank ladder match).

Bryan doesn't seem like the kind of wrestler who enjoys curbing his in-ring style and perhaps a departure from the company and a run in the independent scene would allow Bryan to wrestle without shackles of any kind.

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