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F4WOnline, via WrestlingInc.com's Middleton, reports the following:
"Regarding Reigns' WWE future, it's said that officials have the idea that Reigns will be "the guy" one day. They feel Reigns may be their "heir apparent" to John Cena."There's no surprise WWE plans to push Reigns, as he just broke Kane's record for most eliminations at a single Royal Rumble, just a few months after tying the record for most eliminations in a traditional Survivor Series match. Hearing his name as a possible replacement for Cena takes one aback, though.
It's not that Reigns isn't talented and brimming with the "it factor," but Cena holding on to WWE's top spot has been so vise-like that it's hard to imagine him every letting it go.
Many would argue that Daniel Bryan would be better suited for that role, but Reigns' size and good looks make him a viable candidate. Will Reigns be able to create the kind of connection with the crowd that Bryan has, though? Will he be able to sustain his recent run of success?
Should Reigns face Triple H at WrestleMania XXX, as Wrestling Observer (via WrestleZone.com's Nick Paglino) reports is a possibility, a win over "The Game" would be a huge step for him.
Whether or not the reported plans for Reigns work out, it's wise of WWE to attempt to push a new guy as its top star. Cena can't stay king forever; his body will eventually betray him, and WWE will need a wrestler, be it Reigns or someone else, to take his place.
source: bleacherreport.com
