It is time to conjure up a conspiracy theory for Austin Theory. This wrestler went from getting the biggest win of his career against John Cena for the United States Title at WrestleMania 39 to winning the tag team titles with Grayson Waller at WrestleMania 40 all the way to doing absolutely nothing at WrestleMania 41.
Austin Theory Shook Things Up In The Vision As The Masked Man
For someone who was over-pushed as Vince McMahon’s number one guy, he has gradually slid into obscurity. This was especially noticeable after he failed a Money In The Bank Cash-In on a mid card title and got buried by Jey Uso in a match that lasted less than ten seconds. Ever since then, Theory disappeared from television.
He essentially left his tag partner, Grayson Waller, high and dry in the New Day as “Big G” until he finally returned as a masked man at Survivor Series in November. In that match, he heinously attacked CM Punk and helped The Vision win the War Games Match. Paul Heyman and the squad acted oblivious to this development.
However, was it really acting? Usually, Heyman always has a trick up his sleeve and seems to have a scheme or plan that leads his clients to insurmountable success. When he has said plan, he keeps it close to his chest and will act innocent even when he’s guilty, like the conniving walrus he has always been. But, this hits different.
Paul Heyman Is Confused And Has No Idea What’s Going On
When Paul Heyman and The Vision were asked about the “mystery man,” they genuinely had no idea who it was and had no idea he would even show up to help them. However, now that Theory has been helping them, they got comfortable with him and initiated him into the team. This was a big mistake by The Vision altogether.
Let the record show that Austin Theory never explained why he did what he did. He has been quiet this entire time about his real intentions. No one knows why he is helping The Vision. Nonetheless, he continues to use Seth Rollins’ signature maneuver, the Curb Stomp, in all of his matches. This should be alarming to the Vision.
It can be argued that Theory is mocking Rollins by utilizing the Curb Stomp, but it can also be argued that Theory was granted permission by Rollins to use the Curb Stomp as a tribute to him while he is out of action with a debilitating injury. Rollins is the man who betrayed The Shield, so he has a reputation of being one step ahead.
Seth Rollins Has Everything Mapped Out Strategically
When Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed betrayed their former leader of the Vision on that cold night in October, Rollins already had a “plan B” up his sleeve. Rollins knew that he would need backup to take down these two behemoths, and Austin Theory was his insurance policy when he shockingly appeared a month later.
Rollins had to have sent this man to spy on The Vision’s secrets and study their every move. That way, when Rollins returns, he can get his calculated revenge. Heyman may be a genius, but Rollins has always been the architect. Becky Lynch warned Paul Heyman about her “hot husband.” Now, the Vision is in for a rude awakening.
Rollins is set to return in time for WrestleMania. Many outlets have speculated that he will battle for the World Heavyweight Title in a Triple Threat Match with CM Punk and Bron Breakker. But, what if we get a tag team match featuring The Brons vs. Seth Rollins and Austin Theory? Now, that is the “vision” WWE needs.
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