WWE Rumor Roundup - Legend rejects offer to return and manage SmackDown Superstar, Otis' backstage behavior, Company impressed with Superstar's promo work - 1st June 2020

We welcome you again to another edition of Sportskeeda's daily WWE Rumor Roundup. As always, we've got a lot to discuss in today's lineup.

A WWE legend revealed that he turned down the company's offer to return and manage a SmackDown Superstar. A heel turn was also potentially teased on the return episode of RAW Talk.

You ever wondered how Otis is backstage? AJ Styles broke character and revealed details about Otis' backstage behavior in a recent interview.

Jason Jordan is back in the news after he made a brief appearance on SmackDown and there were some updates about his status in the company and future as an in-ring performer.

WWE is also quite impressed with a recently-pushed Superstar from SmackDown, which is an excellent sign regarding her prospects in the company.

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#5. Kurt Angle turns down WWE's offer to manage Matt Riddle

During a recent interview with cbr.com, Kurt Angle revealed that WWE had offered him the chance to become Matt Riddle's manager.

The WWE Hall of Famer ended up rejecting the proposal for various reasons, and while he said that he would have loved to manage the King of Bros, the time wasn't right for it to happen.

Angle also praised Matt Riddle for being the complete package and tipped the former NXT Superstar to become one of the faces of WWE. Angle explained that Matt Riddle is very likable once you get to know him, before adding that the fans would love to see what he brings to the table on SmackDown.

"I think that Matt Riddle is going to be one of the faces of the [WWE], he has all the ability. His personality is great. At first, it's a little odd. But once you get to know him, he's very likable. And that's what he's going to get from the fans. They're going to love this kid. And he proves it in the ring. He's phenomenal in the ring. There's no doubt about that. But his whole bro gimmick thing works really well. And he's going to do extremely well. WWE has offered me a job to manage him. Unfortunately, I turned it down due to a few different reasons, but I would have loved to manage him. It just wasn't the right time."

#4. Heel turn for Dominick teased on RAW Talk

Quite an INTERESTING response from @WWERollins on #RawTalk regarding @reymysterio's son Dominik... pic.twitter.com/U9ZjRypvh3

— WWE (@WWE) June 2, 2020

Rey Mysterio's much-hyped retirement ceremony ended up being just a work to bring Dominick into the picture. Rey Mysterio cut a promo from his house in which he revealed he didn't have a timeline regarding his recovery from an eye injury.

Dominick showed up, and he sent a threat to Seth Rollins at the end of the segment.

Seth Rollins appeared on RAW Talk immediately after the episode of RAW and reacted to Dominick's message. Rollins hinted towards possibly convincing Dominick to turn on his father and join his band of disciples.

"I've seen him make his way between these ropes. I've seen what he is capable of. There is a bright future awaiting Dominik, and I know just the person who could lead him to that future."

WrestlingNews.co reports that there have been rumors going around of a Dominick heel turn ever since Rey Mysterio teased retiring in 2019. The biggest reason why Mysterio returned to WWE was to get his son into the spotlight as his successor.

Dominick's heel turn is just speculation at the moment, but there is an excellent chance that the WWE goes down the path as mentioned earlier as it has reportedly been in the works for a very long time.

#3. Otis' backstage behavior

AJ Styles recently joined Corey Graves on the After The Bell podcast, and The Phenomenal One broke character and shared his thoughts about Otis.

Styles revealed that Otis was hilarious to talk to backstage and that is how he behaves as it is his real personality. Otis is just a fun-loving guy and he never misses the opportunity to spread smiles behind the scenes.

AJ Styles also said that Otis is deceptively very athletic and he doesn't get enough credit for it. The 2-time WWE Champion said that his matches with Otis would probably have a few moments that would surely make the fans giggle a little bit.

"Bryan mentioned something about Otis and how it's been so long since we had something like him who is so unique, but also a ridiculous athlete, that he will never get the credit for. What that guy is physically capable of is spectacular, so sign me up man, I look forward to calling that one."

"I don't know what sort of match it will be, but I think that at least one or two times we will have you giggling a little bit. There's something about him, I don't know what it is. I think it's just his personality because if you've ever talked with him at any point in time, he's hilarious. And he brings that to the ring, and that's enough man, I look forward to getting in a ring with him."

#2. WWE is reportedly impressed with Sonya Deville's recent performances

Sonya Deville has been a revelation ever since her split from Mandy Rose and the SmackDown Superstar is only getting better with each passing week.

Her promo work has been on point and her complete heel gimmick is slowly yet steadily evolving into a character that could catapult her to the top of the company's women's division.

Paul Davis of WrestlingNews.co reports that the WWE management has praised Sonya Deville for stepping up her character work and she has garnered plaudits, particularly for her promos in recent weeks.

Dave Meltzer also revealed in the Wrestling Observer Newsletter that her agency has been pushing for Sonya Deville to get the role of 'Batwoman' for the TV series on the CW Network.

Sonya Deville is making all the right noises in the WWE and the company could reward for her development with a substantial push to the top.

WWE has continued with Sonya Deville and Dolph Ziggler's feud against Mandy Rose and Otis and the storyline has thus far helped elevate the star power of Deville.

#1. Backstage news on Jason Jordan's status following SmackDown appearance

It wasn't talked about as much as it should have, but Jason Jordan made a cameo appearance during the Jeff Hardy hit-and-run arrest segment on SmackDown.

The former American Alpha tried to get the full scope of the situation as the police officers arrested Jeff Hardy in the opening segment of the most recent episode. It was a brief appearance that did manage to get a section of the fanbase talking about his current status and future as a wrestler.

Sean Ross Sapp revealed a few backstage details on Jordan's status on the Backstage Report Podcast on Fightful Select.

There is currently no timetable given with regards to Jason Jordan's in-ring return, and it's highly unlikely that he would be able to wrestle again considering the seriousness of his neck injury.

Jordan has been a backstage producer and agent for a while and SRS reported that the former NXT Tag Team Champion is quite well-liked backstage.

Also on SmackDown, his (Chad Gable) buddy Jason Jordan popped up. Jason Jordan has been out of action for two and a half years with some neck issues. He has been a producer for quite a while, one that people seem to like rather well, but no timetable on his return or if he could ever return. Last I heard in the Summer of last year, he was having grip issues and there were no plans for him to come back.