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
David Sahadi (Busted Open Radio): "I decided to put the word 'Attitude' at the bottom of that spot. That's the first time it was use..."
David Sahadi discusses Stone Cold Steve Austin's career, WWE backstage retaliation, Attitude …
2 months agoNXT puts its developmental integrity on the line in Manhattan
NXT heads to the big stage with a roster full of potential …
2 months agoNXT is moving back to the streets to find its edge
NXT is betting big on location-based storytelling, with internal data showing a …
2 months ago
WWE is turning the clock back in a big way at MSG
WWE is bringing SNME to MSG in July, but behind the scenes, …
2 months ago
WrestleMania 41 is shaping up as WWE's biggest moment in years
WrestleMania 41 is approaching, and the WWE's dominance in ratings confirms the …
2 months ago
Top 10 Live Pro-Wrestling Moments: Spring 2026
From the high-stakes build for WrestleMania to the gritty reality of independent …
2 months agoNXT is gambling on a heavyweight collision that could backfire
A sharp tactical look at the current booking trends on NXT and …
2 months ago
Los Americanos crash the party at Stand & Deliver
Los Americanos have earned their shot at the NXT Tag Team Championships …
2 months agoNXT at MSG proves the brand is moving past developmental status
A tactical breakdown of why NXT's move to Madison Square Garden changes …
2 months ago
CM Punk and Roman Reigns are turning MSG into a chaotic real-life feud
The vibe in New York is off. Between CM Punk’s expletive-laden meltdown, …
2 months ago
Killer Kross (Busted Open Radio): "Pro wrestling is getting to a point where it's becoming a little bit too corporate and the averag..."
Killer Kross discusses Independent wrestling career, Fan behavior and industry trends, Fan …
2 months ago
Jey Uso leading his own Bloodline sounds like a disaster waiting to happen
The internet is split on whether Jey Uso needs an upgrade, but …
2 months ago
Steve Corino just booked his own main event in Times Square
Steve Corino, wrestling legend and current coach, just pulled off a surprise …
2 months ago
Top 10: Seth Rollins Iconic Moments and Controversies
Analyzing the career of Seth Rollins through the lens of ten critical …
2 months ago
WWE’s El Grande Americano plot twist is a headache for everyone
The El Grande Americano storyline just hit a massive creative roadblock, proving …
2 months agoNXT injury update following wild NYC street segment
NXT's recent guerilla-style filming in New York City has left talent injured; …
2 months ago
Mark Henry (Busted Open Radio): "It's time for Cody to embrace the fact that I tried my best to kiss your snotty-nosed kids, I sho..."
Mark Henry discusses Cody Rhodes character turn, Randy Orton's character direction, Randy …
2 months ago
Tiffany Stratton's ascent is defined by internal metrics, not just ink
Tiffany Stratton’s rapid ascent is built on technical precision, but her long-term …
2 months ago
Bully Ray (Busted Open Radio): "I'm assuming it's Cody and Randy night one and Roman and Punk night two, which I really do like b..."
Bully Ray discusses Cody Rhodes character motivation, WrestleMania 41 main event plans, …
2 months agoBully Ray (Busted Open Radio): "I'm assuming it's Cody and Randy night one and Roman and Punk night two, which I really do like b..."
Bully Ray discusses Cody Rhodes character direction, Randy Orton heel turn execution, …
2 months ago