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This episode asks one simple question: Why won’t WWE fully push LA Knight? Despite massive fan support, electric crowd reactions, and undeniable charisma, LA Knight still isn’t “the guy.” Semi-retired pro wrestler Tristen Law breaks down exactly why — from WWE’s obsession with younger, homegrown talent to their fear of backing an outsider in his 40s.

We’ll trace LA Knight’s journey from NXT to SmackDown, his rebirth after the Max Dupri gimmick, and how his popularity forced WWE’s hand. Is the company protecting its favorites… or scared of what happens if LA Knight becomes bigger than the machine itself?

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00:00 Intro 01:18 NXT & Max Dupri Era 03:37 Main Roster Call Up 06:45 The Return of LA Knight 14:22 Streamamania Promo 15:33 Age, Non Homegrown & WWE Politics 18:14 LA Knight Isn't WWE Homegrown 27:02 LA Knight's Big Moments 30:11 Can LA Knight Become Champion In his 40's? 32:00 Streamamania Promo 2 33:32 The Risk of Keeping LA Knight in the Midcard 41:04 Final Thoughts 45:44 Outro

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