Big Show Has Much More Value to WWE in a Speaking Role

Roman Reigns' latest awkward promo came in stark juxtaposition to a smooth monologue from The Big Show.

Antagonizing a hot New Orleans crowd, Show was a maestro. He delivered an otherwise standard heel message in a convincing, charismatic fashion. He maintained dominance and poise over a hostile crowd, even countering the vaunted "boring" chants early.

It was certainly a tirade far superior to Reigns' Jack and the Giant Beanstalk story that followed.Show connected with fans by mentioning how the working class is threatened by competition. Competition that a man of his size and stature dismisses. It was just another notch on the large belt of performances fit for a giant.

During the December 29 episode of Raw, Show sat on commentary during a match between Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns. While it's not difficult to upstage WWE's present-day announce team, Big Show did just that.

Show's persistent praise of Rollins gave the young star elusive credibility from a WWE luminary. Show effortlessly got storylines across as his feud with Reigns was also a point of emphasis. He demonstrated a level of comfort and wit uncommon among monster heels.

Big Show is the first and most notable giant to compete in a modern era who does not accommodate special attractions. Today, pro wrestling is saturated with televised programming and live events. As a result, Show's exposure cannot be protected as Andre the Giant and Haystacks Calhoun before him.But as his career winds down, Show's value in a limited role becomes more apparent. Show managed to withstand almost 20 years of pro wrestling's merciless schedule yet still has more to contribute. Sooner than later, he will need to make the transition from monster heel to monster mouthpiece.

Show spent much of his career vacillating from babyface to heel, especially over the past five years. WWE is at a crossroads with its resident giant. The promotion continues to creatively flip-flop with the motivations of the world's largest athlete.

But at 42 years old, Show will find stability and added success as his speaking role grows while his in-ring career winds down.

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