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’s branding confusion with the former EVIL is a booking misstep
WWE’s rapid pivot from 'Nox Raijin' to 'Naraku' highlights a disorganized rebranding …
1 month, 2 weeks 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 …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Top 10: Tony Khan's Biggest Calls and AEW Creative Shifts
From naming 'Anarchy in the Arena' to declaring Kenny Omega the GOAT, …
1 month, 2 weeks 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 …
1 month, 2 weeks agoAnthony Bowens is right about AEW needing a reality show
Anthony Bowens wants Tony Khan to revive the reality TV wrestling format, …
1 month, 2 weeks 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 …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Top 10: Wrestling Viewership Shifts in May 2026
Analyzing current viewership trends across pro wrestling's major promotions as of May …
1 month, 2 weeks agoNXT is stuck in second gear while the main roster cruises
NXT is serving up repetitive, low-stakes content that feels entirely disconnected from …
1 month, 2 weeks 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 …
1 month, 2 weeks agoJoe Hendry is trolling the industry into a reality check
Joe Hendry is weaponizing digital engagement to challenge the status quo, but …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Sol Ruca is the most dangerous wildcard in the Becky Lynch feud
Sol Ruca has stepped into the crosshairs of Becky Lynch, but the …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Rikishi moving on could signal a shift for the next generation
Rikishi Fatu has left KnokX Pro, and the professional wrestling training landscape …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Rikishi walking away from Knokx Pro creates a massive void
Rikishi Fatu has severed ties with Knokx Pro, leaving a massive power …
1 month, 2 weeks agoMan Like DeReiss on the BBC is the wholesome chaos we didn't know we needed
PROGRESS World Champion Man Like DeReiss just took the 0121 to the …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Why the Backlash first hour in Tampa is primed for a major debut
WWE is hyping the opening hour of Backlash in Tampa, and the …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Kevin Owens is back in the mix for WWE’s August Canadian tour
Kevin Owens is mapping out his return to WWE after neck surgery, …
1 month, 2 weeks agoWWE’s weird contract offer to Xavier Woods is a sign they are totally lost
WWE is panicking to keep Xavier Woods, and their 'experimental' contract offer …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Andrade's IWGP Global Title win proves AEW's hybrid booking has hit full stride
Andrade El Idolo has captured the IWGP Global Heavyweight Championship. We analyze …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
A top WWE star took a 50% pay cut, and the locker room should be terrified
A featured WWE talent accepting a massive pay cut signals a brutal …
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Oba Femi's Raw open challenge is the perfect spot for a major debut
With Oba Femi issuing an open challenge on Raw just days before …
1 month, 2 weeks ago