TJ Wilson, also known as Tyson Kidd in WWE, had his wrestling career cut short in 2015 due to a neck injury when taking the muscle buster from Samoa Joe.
Despite this setback, he has found success as a producer for WWE. In an interview with Chris Van Vilet, Natalya explained the nature of Wilson’s injury.
“He can’t do anything that would require him to take a bump. So he can show little techniques, and TJ is like a wrestling savant. I think in the same way that Daniel Bryan did. He sees the industry in wrestling and everything, like he could ask him about a finish from a Bret Hart, match that’s very obscure, he’ll be able to tell you, he could tell you any single girl’s move set. He could, if you if you said, TJ, when did I have that match? Who was it against what arena what town, he’s like that with moves too. He just knows how to dissect it and pick it apart. He was working with Nia Jax on something and he was just helping her figure out exactly how to do it so that it was just perfect technique. And I was like, I didn’t even know TJ ever knew about that move. And he’s just so gifted, and he’s so good, but he just can’t bump.”
She continued, “And that’s the thing when you have an injury, like what TJ had, where it’s a C1 injury, and not everybody’s familiar with what a C1 injury is. But it is where TJ broke his neck was at the base of his brain. So it’s where like the brain and the spinal cord meet. So it’s a very, very vulnerable area. And the actual medical term for that injury is called The Hangman fracture. So when people say, Oh, TJ, you know, we want to see you get back in the ring. And they see that he is very healthy, and he is in very great shape. Because he had a C1 injury with a C1 C2 fusion, he just can’t take a bump. And he has to be very careful. So he can’t ever come back to wrestling. I mean, he can do stuff, you know, he can do stuff, but he can’t take a bump. It would be really dangerous.”
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TJ Wilson, also known as Tyson Kidd in WWE, had his wrestling career cut short in 2015 due to a severe neck injury. During a match, he took a devastating move called the muscle buster from Samoa Joe, which resulted in the injury. Despite this setback, Wilson has found success in his new role as a producer for WWE.
In a recent interview with Chris Van Vilet, Natalya shed light on the nature of Wilson’s injury and how it has affected his career. She explained that Wilson is unable to perform any moves that require him to take a bump, which is a fundamental aspect of professional wrestling. However, his knowledge and understanding of the industry make him an invaluable asset as a producer.
Natalya described Wilson as a wrestling savant, comparing him to Daniel Bryan in terms of his deep understanding of the sport. He has an incredible ability to analyze and dissect wrestling techniques, from obscure finishes to specific move sets of various wrestlers. Natalya shared an anecdote about Wilson working with Nia Jax and helping her perfect a move with flawless technique, showcasing his expertise.
The reason Wilson cannot return to in-ring competition is due to the nature of his injury. He suffered a C1 injury, which is located at the base of his brain where the brain and spinal cord meet. This area is extremely vulnerable, and the specific medical term for his injury is “The Hangman fracture.” As a result of his injury, Wilson underwent a C1-C2 fusion, making it too dangerous for him to take any bumps or participate in physical wrestling matches.
Natalya emphasized the seriousness of Wilson’s injury and the need for him to be cautious. While he may be healthy and in great shape, the risk associated with taking a bump is too high. Wilson can still contribute to wrestling in other ways, such as coaching and producing, but he cannot physically compete in the ring.
The interview with Natalya provides insight into the challenges and limitations that wrestlers face when dealing with career-ending injuries. It highlights the importance of understanding the physical toll that professional wrestling takes on performers and the long-term consequences they may face.
In conclusion, TJ Wilson’s wrestling career was tragically cut short due to a severe neck injury. However, he has found success as a producer for WWE, utilizing his extensive knowledge and understanding of the industry. Despite being unable to take bumps or participate in physical matches, Wilson continues to contribute to the wrestling world in a different capacity. His story serves as a reminder of the risks and sacrifices that wrestlers make for their craft.