In the September 2nd episode of Monday Night Raw, Joe Tessitore marked his entrance into WWE as the leading announcer for the red brand.
During a fresh discussion with the “Huge Pop,” WWE Hall of Famer JBL expressed his admiration for Tessitore’s performance in WWE Raw.
Discussing Joe Tessitore, JBL said, “Joe strikes me as a really intelligent individual. His coverage of football is exceptional and he is thoroughly prepared. I have faith in his ability to succeed, but the real test lies in the experience. Announcing in WWE is a unique experience as you’re not just commentating a conventional sport, you’re an integral part of the show, and the manner in which you narrate the fights matters enormously.”
JBL adds on the impact Tessitore brings to Raw: “It’s not about merely announcing ‘I will call this match.’ It’s the consequences that matter – who comes out victorious or defeated, and what happens next. It’s possible to express, ‘This competitor stands no chance; there is no possibility of him beating the other,’ if it serves to position the underdog in an intensely unfavorable light and provides opportunities for a comeback. This is acceptable if the competitor does not hold a significant place in the roster, but one must refrain from doing so with conventional members of the roster who will be with us for a long duration.”