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  • Zack Ryder On Launching WWE’s Social Media Efforts, WWE Highlights Dusty Rhodes’ Bionic Elbow

    – The latest issue of WWE Magazine features an interview with Zack Ryder, who is asked whether he feels he receives credit for launching WWE’s “social-media revolution.”

    “The members of the WWE Universe give me credit and always have. They know the deal. That I worked so hard to get myself where I was and didn’t give up. If other people are in denial, that’s fine with this Internet champion,” said Ryder.

    Ryder, who is now 28-years-old, also reveals that he is looking for a change of scenery. In response to what he definitely wants to do before he turns 30: “Buy a house. I need a big boy home because the college dorm/bachelor pad that I’m in now isn’t doing it for me anymore. And not to be predictable, but it will definitely be in Long Island.”

    – In this week’s edition of 30 Seconds “The American Dream” Dusty Rhodes and his infamous “Bionic Elbow” is highlighted.

  • John Cena’s New Clothing Line, Total Divas Doing Media Work, Ryder & More

    – John Cena revealed on Twitter that his new “Never Give Up” clothing line for boys is now available at Kmart stores.

    – Zack Ryder revealed on Twitter that his Internet Championship belt will be featured in the WWE 2K14 video game.

    – WWE is working on new merchandise for Goldust.

    – Brodus Clay will be appearing at Friday’s WWE NXT live event in Largo, Florida. He will participate in a pre-show signing with Paige and Mojo Rawley.

    – Natalya and other WWE Divas have been doing media for international versions of E!’s Total Divas that will begin airing in those countries soon.

  • New Wrestler Added To WWE NXT Roster, WWE 2K14 Video Game News & Updates

    -Kendall Skye has officially been added to the roster for the WWE NXT developmental territory.

    -2K Games will be holding a live-stream showcase of their Universe Mode 4.0 for the upcoming WWE 2K14 video game on Monday at 3:00pm E.T. on their official Twitch.tv online channel.

    -Speaking of the new WWE 2K14 video game, the WWE Games website has added profiles and videos for JBL and Zack Ryder. You can check those out online at 2K.com.

    TONS Of WWE 2K14 Videos & SEVERAL Screenshots + HUGE *SPOILERS* For Monday’s RAW!

  • Ken Shamrock Interested In Returning To WWE, 30 Second Fury – GTS (Video), WWE 2K 14 Profiles

    – Ken Shamrock revealed on Twitter last night that he would be open to returning to WWE.

    A fan remarked to Shamrock that he would love to see him back in the organization. Shamrock responded, “@VinceMcMahon is the man who can set it up brother @WWE.” The 49-year-old was then asked if he would like to return, and replied, “yes.”

    – WWE highlights CM Punk’s devastating GTS in this 30 Second Fury video.

    – The official website of WWE 2K14 has added profiles on John “Bradshaw” Layfield and Zack Ryder. Layfield has a game rating of 89 while Ryder comes up at 85.

  • Which Shield Member Is Most Likely To Become First WWE Champion?, Superstars Highlights, SmackDown

    – The official WWE website has issued a poll asking fans which member of The Shield is most likely to become the first WWE Champion. Roman Reigns is currently leading the poll with 51% of the vote, with Dean Ambrose (35%) and Seth Rollins (14%) trailing.

    – This week on WWE Superstars, The Real Americans take on Tons of Funk in the feature match. Plus, Damien Sandow teams up with Big E Langston to take on the team of Justin Gabriel and Zack Ryder. Highlights from both bouts are available below.

    – Tonight on SmackDown, Dolph Ziggler faces Dean Ambrose in a Night of Champions rematch for the United States Championship, while WWE COO Triple H will address fans at the top of the show. Click here to read WWE.com’s “SmackDown Five-Point Preview.”

  • WWE Superstars Who Helped Daniel Bryan On RAW Explain Their Actions

    The official WWE website has added an article featuring quotes from the WWE Superstars who made the decision to help Daniel Bryan in the main event of Monday’s post-Night Of Champions edition of RAW.

    Dolph Ziggler, Kofi Kingston, Zack Ryder, The Prime Time Players and R-Truth were among those, in-character, who provided responses as to why they got involved. Absent from the article were Rob Van Dam, The Usos and Justin Gabriel, who were also part of the group of Superstars who were involved on Monday.

    As noted in a previous article posted on the website today, WWE COO Triple H will be addressing the aforementioned Superstars in a segment planned for next Monday’s edition of WWE RAW.

    Check out the full feature online at WWE.com.

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  • John Cena, Jim Ross & Other WWE Stars Post 9/11 Tributes On Twitter

    -WWE Superstar John Cena recently tweeted his tribute to those effected by the tragedies of 9/11, arguably the worst day in United States history, which took place 12 years ago today. Cena wrote:

    On this day, loved ones were lost, heroes were found, and an entire nation filled with mourning and courage stood united. 9/11 #neverforget

    -WWE Superstar Zack Ryder tweeted this one:

    Never forget…

    -WWE Superstar David Otunga tweeted:

    It’s been 12 years since the WTC tragedy. R.I.P. to all those who lost their lives in the towers and valiantly trying to save others.

    -WWE Hall Of Famer Jim Ross tweeted:

    This date September 11 will always have a special place in my heart. Thoughts & prayers go out to all affected by the tragedy of 911.

    -WWE Hall Of Famer Howard Finkel tweeted:

    I stop to remember and reflect on the events of 12 yrs ago on this date. We’ll never forget those victims, and continue to stand strong!

    -WWE personality Zeb Colter tweeted:

    Today is 9/11. Please remember those we lost 12 years ago. Sad day for all Americans…#WeThePeople

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  • Zack Ryder Looking To Gain Weight, Paul Heyman Turns 48 Today

    -WWE performer Paul Heyman celebrates his 48th birthday today. The evil genius was born on September 11, 1965.

    -WWE Superstar Zack Ryder recently noted on his official Twitter page that he is looking to put on some weight before the beginning of October.

    Ryder wrote:

    “Got a lot of down time this month…gonna use the time wisely…training hard & eating A LOT…I want to gain 15 pounds by October 1st. #carbs”

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  • New SummerSlam Video Preview, WWE Hall Of Famer’s Son & Granddaughter Arrested

    -Brooke Orndorff, the granddaughter of WWE Hall Of Famer “Mr. Wonderful” Paul Orndorff was arrested in Fayetteville, North Carolina on Tuesday and charged with robbery and battery. The arrest was the result of an incident that happened on August 3rd. Brooke’s father, Paul Orndorff III, was also arrested and charged with being party to robbery, party to battery and two counts of financial identity fraud. For more information on this story, visit TheCitizen.com.

    -WWE has posted a “web exclusive” SummerSlam preview on their official YouTube channel. The video description reads: “The Miz takes a stroll backstage and gets ready to host “The Biggest Party of the Summer” with other WWE Superstars such as Dolph Ziggler, Zack Ryder, and The Prime Time Players.”

    You can check out that video below:

    http://youtu.be/Co0YbOSGl8w

    WWE SummerSlam Spoilers

  • Bray Wyatt Hypes WWE Debut One Final Time, WWE Superstars Matches

    -The following is a new tweet from WWE Superstar Bray Wyatt, who makes his WWE television debut on WWE RAW on Monday night:

    “Today is a day they will talk about for a thousand years….. Tick tock #FollowTheBuzzards”

    -The following matches were taped tonight in Baltimore, Maryland prior to WWE RAW to air on this week’s edition of WWE Superstars:

    –Justin Gabriel vs. Darren Young
    –Antonio Cesaro vs. Zack Ryder

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  • Wade Barrett & Zack Ryder Face Off On “Superstars”, Former WWE Talent Spill Dirt On Bill DeMott

    – This week on WWE Superstars, Wade Barrett and Zack Ryder square off. Highlights from the match are available here.

    Plus, in a battle of Total Divas, Natalya goes up against Naomi.

    – Former WWE NXT talents Chase Donovan and Chad Baxter joined former WWE developmental wrestler Kevin Matthews and J-Silva on their Two And A Half Wrestlers podcast. This is a must listen as Chase and Chad dropped some major bombshells on Bill Demott which includes a second-hand story of DeMott pulling out a gun in front of some trainees, firsthand accounts of him hitting talents on the back with a yardstick, using homophobic slurs daily, telling talents to go kill themselves, bullying and over training talents, getting Cena’s trainer fired, etc. This is a must listen!

    Kevin Matthews runs down his history with Demott to start off the show and the interview with Donovan and Baxter starts at the 20 minute mark twoandahalfwrestlers.com.

    – Jerry Sags of the Nasty Boys turned 49-years-old on Friday.

  • Big Segment For Next Week’s RAW Revealed, WWE Superstars Match

    -It was announced on Monday’s WWE RAW by Stephanie McMahon that current Managing Supervisor of RAW Vickie Guerrero will be undergoing an in-ring job evaluation on next week’s edition of WWE RAW. McMahon noted that Guerrero could be promoted to full-time RAW General Manager or fired altogether.

    -WWE taped Zack Ryder vs. Wade Barrett for this week’s edition of WWE Superstars. Check back go the site later for a full WWE Superstars spoiler report.

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  • The Miz Takes On Wade Barrett On “WWE Superstars”, WWE Looks Back At The “Wildest” WBF Stars

    – In battle of competitors that squared off on the WrestleMania XXIX Pre-Show, The Miz takes on Wade Barrett on this week’s episode of WWE Superstars. A clip from the match is available (view the full episode at WWEOnHulu.com).

    Also, Zack Ryder takes on Antonio Cesaro.

    – The official WWE website has published an article recalling seven of the “wildest” and most “outrageous” individuals to appear for the World Bodybuilding Federation, a bodybuilding organization founded in 1990 by Vince McMahon that lasted through 1992. Among those profiled with accompanying photos and video are “The Flexing Dutchman” Berry de May, “The Giant Killer” Danny Padilla, “Dark Angel” Aaron Baker, “The Executioner” Johnnie Morant, “The Phoenix” Vince Comerford, “California Personified” Troy Zuccolotto and short-lived organization’s lone champion, Gary Strydom.

  • Jericho Talks Del Rio/RAW, Ryder Posts Video Where He Gets “Buried”

    -The following is the latest from Zack Ryder on YouTube. In the newest offering, Ryder posts a “1-800-WWWYKI” video where he gets “buried”:

    -Chris Jericho tweeted about his match with Alberto Del Rio from this past Monday’s WWE RAW in North Charleston, South Carolina. Jericho wrote:

    “Great match with @vivadelrio last night on #Raw! Killer chemistry and an amazing crowd…Thank you #wwecharleston! #northernlightssuplex”

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  • (Spoilers) WWE Superstars Taping Results From 6/24

    The following are results from the WWE Superstars matches taped prior to WWE RAW on Monday night in North Charleston, South Carolina.

    -The Miz defeated Wade Barrett with the Figure Four Leglock.

    -Antonio Cesaro defeated Zack Ryder with The Neutralizer.

    LIVE WWE SD! *SPOILER* Results […]

  • Zack Ryder Speaking Publicly About Frustration In WWE; Diva Heel Turn?

    –WWE Superstar Zack Ryder continues to speak out on Twitter. Ryder again vented his frustration publicly, tweeting this one on Monday night, “#Raw. So @johncena said that he had a horrible 2012. Did he see mine? Or my 2013?”

    Ryder also tweeted, “I should probably learn how to counter @WWEBrayWyatt’s finish. #Raw”

    –Cameron and Naomi worked as heels in their match against Layla and Natalya last night for the WWE Superstars tapings. There is no word yet on whether or not the heel turn is permanent.

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  • Ryder Addresses Rumors, WWE Signs Student Of Harley Race, Diva Concussion?

    – In response to online rumors that Zack Ryder is growing his hair out in preparation for a heel turn, the Long Island native tweeted:

    – WWE has signed Missouri independent wrestler Ryan Drago to a developmental deal. He confirmed the signing at a June 1st Metro Pro Wrestling event in Kansas City. Drago was originally trained by WWE Hall of Famer Harley Race and will be among the talents reporting to WWE’s new Performance Center early next month.

    – There is some speculation that WWE Diva Tamina Snuka might have suffered a concussion during a match against Natalya that was taped for this week’s episode of Superstars on Monday night prior to RAW.

  • CM Punk & Curtis Axel Exchange Words, Zack Ryder Teasing A New YouTube Show

    – CM Punk corrected the grammar of a recent tweet by Curtis Axel:

    Curtis Axel responded:

    – Zack Ryder posted the following video to his YouTube channel, teasing a new show. The video is titled, “New Zack Ryder Show? Teaser Trailer?”

  • Wade Barrett Issues A Warning To The Miz, Former Star At NXt, Ryder Turns 28

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    – WWE Intercontinental Champion Wade Barrett spoke to WWE.com about The Miz’s return on Monday’s RAW. Barrett took credit for taking The Miz out of action for a month – and says next time they wrestle, he’ll be out for even longer. The Miz was away filming the WWE Studios film, “The Christmas Bounty.”

    – WWE superstar Zack Ryder turns 28 years old today.

    – Speaking of Ryder, he tweeted an “LOL” that the @WWEShop account has un-followed him.

    – Former WWE star Nick “Eugene” Dinsmore was spotted at the WWE NXT live event in Tampa last week.

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  • Problems Between The Rock & WWE, Kofi Talks About Getting A Crew Together

    – A report at PWInsider.com states that there is currently lot of tension between The Rock and WWE management, although neither side will admit it publicly. While The Rock always has his detractors in the WWE locker room, some people feel that The Rock didn’t do right by WWE during his most recent run.

    It’s unclear exactly what the issue is, but it could have to do with The Rock not appearing on WWE television enough due to his busy schedule and not promoting WWE enough during his media appearances. That said, The Rock is still a valuable member of the WWE family and the general feeling is that things will eventually get worked out.

    – Following Monday’s RAW, Zack Ryder tweeted, “My ankle hurts…legit.”

    – WWE United States champion Kofi Kingston tweeted after RAW

    As noted earlier, Kofi Kingston just became a father for the first time and thanked his Twitter followers for their support:

  • Triple H’s Plans For The WWE Roster, Ryder’s WWE Future, Lesnar’s New Business

    – It’s known within WWE that several wrestlers on the NXT roster belong on WWE’s main roster. However, Triple H has been particular about having long-term plans ready for new call-ups when they make it to TV.

    – Justin Roberts tweeted a photo of Zack Ryder from WWE’s recent tour overseas. In the tweet, Roberts called Ryder “much more serious bro” as the Superstar has not been doing his hair and continues to wear less gear to each event.

    – Brock Lesnar, an avid hunter and outdoorsman, is planning on opening an outfitting business in Alberta, Canada near Milk River. Outfitters guide clients into the wilderness to hunt, fish, hike and camp.

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  • Zack Ryder Talks About His Career Being At A Low Point, Reinventing Himself

    Arda Ocal of the Baltimore Sun recently interviewed WWE Superstar Zack Ryder about a number of topics, including his career being at a low point, his incredible popularity on social media and more. Here are some highlights of what Ryder said about:

    The State of His Career: I’m at a low point. That’s not necessarily a bad thing, because there’s only one place to go and that’s up. The Z True Long Island Story paved my career, it re-invented Zack Ryder, but that time has come and gone. Last year, 2011, I ended it as the United States Champion. I had my first WrestleMania match at WrestleMania 28. Now this year at WrestleMania 29, not on the show, not really doing much. That’s why I really need this low point to really fuel me to come up with something new. Maybe it won’t be as big or as phenomenal as Z True Long Island Story, but there will be something that just works and clicks to the audience, something that gets me to that next level. So I don’t think that it’s necessarily a bad thing that I’m at a low point; I just think it’s a little break before I get even higher.

    How Far He’d Go To Reinvent His Character: I would do whatever it takes. Do a complete 180, but only if it’s still me deep down inside. I’m not going to go out there and pretend to be someone I’m not. The thing that got me here [is], I like to party, pick up chicks, listen to pop music and sing pop music, but there is also a darker side to Zack Ryder, a more serious side to Zack Ryder. Maybe I’ll have to peel some layers to Zack Ryder and go out there and do something different.

    Dolph Ziggler I mean, if there’s anyone who deserves to be on TV more than me, it’s Dolph Ziggler. It’s a shame what’s going on with him right now. He’s had the greatest year possible, winning Money in the Bank, stealing the show night after night. Finally, the fans have recognized him. His shirt sells out, he beat John Cena at TLC and he works hard all year, and now it’s the home stretch to WrestleMania and he’s not even on the show yet. He deserves that shot more than anybody, and I hope in the weeks coming he gets his ‘Mania spot.

    * VIDEO: Zack Ryder’s Song “Hoeski”

  • Zack Ryder Talks About His Future In WWE, Not Getting Title Shots, WM29 & More

    WWE superstar Zack Ryder was recently interviewed by Anthony Sulla-Heffinger of the New York Post. Here are some highlights of what Ryder said about:

    Kids Buying His Merchandise: It’s crazy, it doesn’t even make sense to me. I still have all of the wrestling toys that I had as a little kid and to think about those kids going to Toys ‘R’ Us and buying my action figure, it makes you go ‘what?!’ Sometimes I have to take myself out of the moment and look at my life from the outside and say ‘Woah! This is getting cool.’

    The Different In-Ring Style of Saturday Morning Slam: Ryder: Luckily for me, I haven’t really had to change my style up too much. I’m sure for guys like Sheamus and guys who are giving big punches to the head, it really affects them. For me, I just do my own thing and I think that works as an advantage. Some guys have change their styles up and they are out of their element or off their game. For me, I’m the same old Zack Ryder so maybe that’s why I am going to go all the way and become the Saturday Morning Slam GM.

    WrestleMania 29 Taking Place Near His Hometown: This year there are a lot of mixed emotions. It’s going to be cool that Wrestlemania is back in New York and New Jersey, I went to Wrestlemania X and XX as a fan and last year I had my first Wrestlemania match so it is cool. At the same time I’m not on the show so it’s not cool and I wish it was somewhere else because all of my friends and family are going to be there and I’m not going to be on it so that part stinks. It’s great that such a huge event is going to be at MetLife Stadium, Rock and John Cena the rematch, it’s going to be historic. Whether Zack Ryder is on the card or not, Wrestlemania is going to be the show of the year and maybe the best one yet.

    What The Future Holds for Zack Ryder: I’m not really sure. I ended my YouTube show that I have been doing for two years this past January. I think Zack Ryder, the character, needs a little tweaking, it needs a little adjustment. I wouldn’t say a complete 180 turn but a couple of things here and there. I have to sit down and I have to really figure out what needs to be done to get back on top and make sure I don’t miss next year’s Wrestlemania.

    Getting Title Shots In WWE: That’s the ultimate goal so I have to be positive and think that those opportunities are in my future. That’s what keeps me going.

    Monday’s RAW (Punk vs. Cena, Lesnar-HHH Brawl): The way it ended, that match was a pay-per-view match right there for free on TV. I was watching in the back with a couple of guys and I was on the edge of my seat, was it going to be Punk or was it going to be Cena, was someone going to run in, would it be a straight finish? We were anxious to see who was going to win. It was a great match, the fans were on their feet the whole time. When Cena won, the place exploded and he deserved the win.

  • Zack Ryder Talks About Not Being Booked For WM29, The Demise Of His YouTube Show & More

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    Zack Ryder on how he would make a great GM for Saturday Morning Slam: I’ll Zack it all up. Maybe I will bring out my internet championship and have it defended on the show. I’ll make sure some of the hottest divas are on the show. Make sure some of the best matches are on the show. It’s a party and fans want a party every Saturday morning. They want to have fun. School is out, you have a couple of days off. They want to party, so come to Saturday Morning slam, I’ll give them a party.

    On WrestleMania in the NY area: It’s cool that it’s in New York/New Jersey, basically in my backyard, but I’m not on it. It kind of sucks. I got all my friends and family who are going to be there and they are expecting to see Zack Ryder on the show and as of now he is not on it. So that part of it is heartbreaking. It’s still going to be a great show with Rock and Cena. It’s going to be one of the best WrestleManias of all time.

    He talks about his rough year in 2012: 2011 was the rise of Zack Ryder. I started my YouTube show out of just frustration. The beginning of the year I was a nobody, not even on TV. Through the course of the year from doing the show and being active on Twitter and on Facebook, and then ending the year as U.S. champion. I really thought 2012 was going to be my year and as you saw, it really wasn’t. Kane threw me off the stage and off loading docks. Eve kicked me in the bro-nuts at WrestleMania and from there I was just forgot about. I was losing all the time, barely doing anything on the shows. 2013 better be different. It can’t be worse than 2012.

    The demise of Z! True Long Island Story: Well when I started it, I knew something had to be done. I hated my stock in the WWE. I was a nobody. I wasn’t on the shows. I didn’t even have an action figure. I didn’t have an 8×10 promotional photo. So as far the YouTube show, in February of 2011, my parents got me the flip camera for Christmas. I really didn’t know what to do with it. Maybe I will just start a YouTube show and it kind of took off. I did it for a hundred weeks straight. It should have ended after 50. After I became the U.S. champion, WWE came to me and said “we want to move this to our YouTube channel.” I was really hesitant to do it and I should have said no. That was the end of the Z! True Long Island Story in my opinion right there when I made that switch to the WWE YouTube channel at around episode 51. The fans just assumed I sold out, when I was still doing all the work and putting it on their channel and they instantly turned on it. Then WWE was editing it and taking things out., even though they said they weren’t going to touch it. Then it just became a job and not fun. For the most part the last 50 were horrible, but the first 50 changed the business. Now Raw is all about social media and Tout, and Facebook, and Twitter. They weren’t like that before Z! True Long Island Story.

    Was the WWE open to him doing his own show?: I was so under the radar that the WWE didn’t even know the show existed the first two weeks. Nobody knew I was doing it. I thought there was a chance I would get fired over some of the things I was saying. I just didn’t care. Steve Austin was one of the guys in the beginning who told me that “hey that was great and keep it going and keep pressing buttons. Get your voice out there” Steve was a huge help. I knew this show had to take off or I was going to be fired. One or the other. It was going to either help my career or get me fired. It got me noticed. It helped my career. I don’t regret doing it at all.

  • The Rock Says Potential Movie Role Fell Through, Ryder Wrestles At NXT Event

    – WWE Champion The Rock spoke to MTV News this week to hype his upcoming movie releases and told them that he will not be playing the DC Comics character Lobo on the big screen, as was previously rumored. There is talk that the movie won’t be happening at all.

    – Zack Ryder worked last night’s WWE NXT live event in Fort Pierce, Florida. He teamed with NXT Tag Team Champions Adrian Neville and Oliver Grey to defeat The Wyatt Family in a six-man tag match. After the match, Ryder tweeted, “NXT was #SSSIIICCCKKK tonight!”

    – Tamina Snuka and Kaitlyn to tweet back and forth leading up to their Divas title match at Elimination Chamber. Tamina tweeted this weekend:

    “@KaitlynWWE You say your a First Generation Hybrid, great, whatever helps your self esteem But I dont use my Fathers Legacy to make who I am”