Corey Graves announces NXT appearance amid commentary team shake-up

Corey Graves set to address recent commentary team changes on NXT after expressing frustration over career setbacks.

Corey Graves announces NXT appearance amid commentary team shake-up

Corey Graves will appear on tonight’s NXT broadcast on The CW. The announcement comes after Graves addressed his recent reassignment following WWE’s Netflix deal.

WWE’s transition to Netflix prompted changes in the commentary teams across brands. Michael Cole and Pat McAfee now lead RAW’s broadcasting team, while Wade Barrett and Joe Tessitore handle SmackDown duties. Graves joined the NXT announce desk alongside Booker T and Vic Joseph.

Commentary veteran opens up about career setbacks

Graves shared his frustrations about the recent changes on social media:

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Imagine chasing your dream. Then being TOLD (not decided) that you’re no longer physically able to pursue your dream. Then you dedicate your life to something ‘dream adjacent’ and being pretty f**king awesome at it. And then, when it’s time to enjoy the fruits of your labor, being told you’re not famous enough for your own job. Just in case you’ve wondered where I’ve been.

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