Cole Briggs
Combat Sports Writer
Cole Briggs covers both professional wrestling and combat sports, giving him a unique lens on crossover athletes and the tactical dimensions of in-ring performance. A strong voice on the MMA-wrestling overlap.
Articles by Cole Briggs
WWE Backlash faces a reality check this Sunday
With Backlash two days away, the company must balance its shifting production …
4 weeks ago
WWE Backlash is the litmus test for the post-draft roster
WWE Backlash arrives this weekend with looming questions about roster stability and …
4 weeks agoTKO's Q1 earnings reveal a clear shift in premium event strategy
TKO's Q1 2026 earnings highlight a pivot toward international premium events that …
4 weeks ago
WWE departures continue as developmental roster churn hits Prinsloo
Francois Prinsloo's exit mirrors a 14% reduction in average developmental tenure as …
4 weeks ago
Dakota Kai's year away wasn't just a break—it was a cage escape
Dakota Kai's year-long hiatus wasn't a career suicide move—it was a masterclass …
4 weeks, 1 day ago
Nick Khan's 2030 extension signals a shift in WWE asset management
WWE has hired three major NJPW stars since January, but current metrics …
4 weeks, 1 day ago
AEW is leaning into pure chaos right now
From Kevin Nealon challenging Danny DeVito to the high cost of Will …
4 weeks, 1 day ago
Paul Heyman shifts focus to the future as Backlash looms
Paul Heyman talks Bron Breakker and Danhausen, while Cody Rhodes readies for …
4 weeks, 1 day ago
Lil Yachty in the WWE locker room is either genius or a disaster
The wrestling world is divided on Lil Yachty's presence at the Performance …
4 weeks, 1 day ago
Trick Williams faces a culture clash at Backlash
Trick Williams faces a critical pressure point at Backlash as he balances …
4 weeks, 1 day ago
WWE’s branding confusion with the former EVIL is a booking misstep
WWE’s rapid pivot from 'Nox Raijin' to 'Naraku' highlights a disorganized rebranding …
4 weeks, 1 day ago
Mason Rook is either the savior of NXT or a PR experiment gone wrong
Mason Rook is the latest WWE prospect under the microscope, and the …
4 weeks, 1 day ago
Top 10: Tony Khan's Biggest Calls and AEW Creative Shifts
From naming 'Anarchy in the Arena' to declaring Kenny Omega the GOAT, …
4 weeks, 1 day agoKevin Owens is the favorite for Danhausen’s partner and I’m losing my mind
Vegas is betting big on Kevin Owens joining the 'Very Nice, Very …
4 weeks, 1 day agoAnthony Bowens is right about AEW needing a reality show
Anthony Bowens wants Tony Khan to revive the reality TV wrestling format, …
4 weeks, 1 day ago
WWE Backlash is the litmus test for the SmackDown main event scene
WWE Backlash is just days away, and the SmackDown main event scene …
4 weeks, 1 day ago
Top 10: Wrestling Viewership Shifts in May 2026
Analyzing current viewership trends across pro wrestling's major promotions as of May …
4 weeks, 1 day agoNXT is stuck in second gear while the main roster cruises
NXT is serving up repetitive, low-stakes content that feels entirely disconnected from …
4 weeks, 2 days ago
WWE's contract restructuring strategy is a major red flag for Backlash
WWE is restructuring contracts to force pay cuts, and the resulting locker …
4 weeks, 2 days agoJoe Hendry is trolling the industry into a reality check
Joe Hendry is weaponizing digital engagement to challenge the status quo, but …
4 weeks, 2 days ago