During a recent appearance on the “Gorilla Position” podcast, Carmelo Hayes opened up about his experience transitioning from NXT to the main roster in the WWE. He emphasized the unique characteristics of the two environments.
Here are some key takeaways from the podcast:
On Trick Williams’ potential in the main roster: Hayes expressed uncertainty about Trick Williams’ potential in the main roster, as his abilities have yet to be tested in that setup. He mentioned how he had to navigate through the new landscape on his own when he first arrived.
On his transfer to WWE Smackdown: Hayes admitted that his own transition to Smackdown was not easy and he’s still trying to find his place. He described the challenge of standing out in an environment filled with veteran wrestlers.
On another podcast titled “That’s Wrestling”, Low Ki reflected on his time in the WWE, particularly his partnership with Michelle McCool and Layla. He was paired with LayCool in the second season of NXT as their “rookie”.
Highlighted moments from the podcast include:
On his experience working with LayCool: Low Ki found working with the duo relaxing due to their goofy nature, which helped balance his intensity. He appreciated their friendliness in what he called a challenging environment.
On assisting LayCool in the ring: Low Ki shared that he would help them in training and answer their queries about certain moves, highlighting their positive interaction. However, he also pointed out how they were being manipulated by the management.