In a thrilling main event on Monday Night RAW, The Wyatt Sicks, featuring Erick Rowan, Joe Gacy, and Dexter Lumis, claimed their first televised victory against Chad Gable and the Creed brothers. This win was not just a milestone but also a spotlight moment for Joe Gacy.
The Wyatt sicks rise
During the latest edition of the Red Brand, a new video featuring Joe Gacy was aired. The VHS tape, part of the Wyatt Sicks series, focused on Gacy portraying Huskus the Pig Boy. The video showed Gacy with his back to the camera, embodying an eerie and intense presence.
“They thought they could control you. They locked you away. But I saw through their lies. Opened your heart to the man in the woods. And now, we’ll make them all pay…for their sins,” echoed Uncle Howdy’s distorted voice. The video concluded with Gacy yelling, “Run!”
For most fans, these words seemed cryptic, but for those who followed WWE NXT, it was a nod to a past rivalry between Gacy and Dijak.
This subtle nod to the NXT rivalry
The line about being “locked away” is a clear reference to Gacy’s feud with Dijak during his NXT days. Their intense rivalry peaked with a no-disqualification match on Vengeance Day 2024, which saw Dijak emerge victorious. This callback to NXT days adds layers to the current storyline, weaving past narratives into the present.
Fan reactions and social media buzz
The subtle reference did not go unnoticed by fans. As @PeridotKnight11 pointed out on Twitter, the “locked away” phrase harks back to the moment in NXT when Dijak imprisoned Gacy.
Further cementing the connection, Dijak himself tweeted, “Couldn’t possibly be happier for @JoeGacy. No matter how hard I tried, you can’t lock down such an exceptional level of talent.” This comment not only acknowledged Gacy’s talent but also hinted at their past encounters.
As pointed out by @PeridotKnight11
The reference to being locked away could be related to this moment in NXT, where Joe Gacy was imprisoned by Dijak. pic.twitter.com/e8m6Blg2o6
— ⭕ SlamX ⭕ (@SubToSlamX) August 6, 2024
Dijak’s critical stance on WWE layoffs
Recently released from WWE, Christopher James Dijak, known in-ring as Dijak, has been vocal about his experience and the company’s layoff practices. In an interview, Dijak expressed his frustration, condemning how the press often learns about layoffs before the wrestlers themselves.
“It’s one of the most horrific business practices I’ve ever witnessed,” Dijak stated. He urged WWE to find a more respectful and efficient way to handle such announcements, emphasizing the emotional toll it takes on the wrestlers.
Dijak’s post-WWE journey
Despite his criticisms, Dijak’s career continues to thrive. Since leaving WWE, he has captured the Ryse Grand Championship, ending a six-year title drought. This achievement underscores his resilience and skill in the wrestling world.
Dijak’s candid remarks and subsequent success raise important questions about WWE’s internal practices and the treatment of their talent.
Fan engagement and opinions
The WWE Universe has been buzzing with reactions to these developments. Fans are encouraged to share their thoughts on Dijak’s comments and Gacy’s subtle references. Does Dijak have a valid point about WWE’s layoff process? How does Gacy’s homage to past rivalries enhance his current storyline?
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