The Hammerlock Hangover

This episode delves into why Cody Rhodes just isn't ready to be at the top of the WWE mountain just yet. What's next for Roman Reigns and the Bloodline? A quick review of Wrestlemania 39. WWE is sold to the Endeavor Group; what does this mean for WWE talent? Jeff and Steve discuss why we won't be seeing a crossover of WWE and UFC superstars, but rather a crossover of marketing, promoti...

Jeff and Steve return this episode to review AEW Revolution 2023! Was MJF vs Brian Danielson the "Best Iron Match Ever?" Is showing up a child in the audience cheap heat? Could it hurt MJF's chances of going to WWE?  Is Adam Page the new #1 contender for the AEW World Title?  Jeff and Steve debate why the booking of the Women's Triple Threat was nonsense.  In our AEW Dynamite review...

A rare solo show. We've been derelict and I lost sleep over it, so here it is. I hope you enjoyed this impromptu, yet weeks late episode. I tried to cover 4 weeks and news and issues. Hope I passed the audition. The team will be back soon.

In this episode...Drew Yari (from "The Drew Yari Show") joins Jeff and Steve to provide a first-hand account of the WWE Royal Rumble from San Antonio. Also, a Batista movie review... a Bray Wyatt impersonation... Luchasaurus gets sued for his mask... we ponder when the AEW Wrestling video game will be released, and the ghost of Lanny Poffo haunts Jeff.

In this episode...#WWE Royal Rumble Predictions!  Could it be Cody Rhodes?  Will we see The Rock?  Could Sami Zayn or Seth Rollins pull out the victory in the 30 man Royal Rumble?  Sure, Rhea Ripley is everyone's favorite, but which surprising Diva has an opportunity to win the Women's Royal Rumble? We discuss this plus our thoughts on Raw's 30th anniversary, LA Knight making t...

With rumors of The Rock possibly coming back at WWE Royal Rumble, Jeff and Steve ponder why WWE seems so eager to sign more Samoans and Pacific Island wrestlers; could a possible Bloodline vs Bloodline storyline be around the corner with Roman Reigns and Rock spearheading their own factions?  We remember Jay Briscoe, discuss his influence in wrestling.  Vince McMahon's takeover of WWE co...

New Year and new lucha-things to talk about! This episodes starts with the debut of Mercedes Mone at New Japan's Wrestle Kingdom show.  Jeff and Steve review her entrance, the exchange with Stardom Women's Champion Kairi Sane, describe what worked/what didn't, and get to the bottom of if it's Moh-nay or Money. Charlotte Flair returned as well; we explain why an icon of professional wrestling...

Welcome to our Hammerlock Hangover: Best of 2022/2023 Predictions Show!  Steve and Jeff break down the year in wrestling through assorted categories such as Best Wrestler, Match of the Year, Tag Team of the Year, Most Improved, and more!  Along with the year that was, the boys bring you 2023 predictions...Who will win the 2023 Royal Rumble? Who will headline WrestleMania? Who will be the...

Recent wrestling rumors have WWE Superstar Sasha Banks showing up at Wrestle Kingdom for New Japan Pro Wrestling in the new year. Jeff and Steve look at the possibility of this being true, along with rumors of Sasha signing with AEW. Could Sasha be looking to new pastures because she's afraid of falling behind newer superstars such as Bianca Belair? Who lives their best life in Mexico? William Reg...

This week...ThunderRosa relinquishes the AEW Women's Title. We breakdown why this was long overdue and is her release imminent? Jaime Hayter is the new champ; how will she do? Did she break Toni Storm's nose at AEW Full Gear? Speaking of Full Gear, we catch you up on all the results of the latest AEW PPV, including the in-ring return of The Elite! Was CM Punk right calling them "children?" Plus, h...

This week, Jeff and Steve RETURN! After some time off, the boys are back to talk about Andre The Giant, Road Dogg, Austin Theory, Nick Aldis and Omos. With the joke going around that Andre The Giant was the father of Jesus, we fantasy book other 80s Wrestling legends into Old Testament roles. Road Dogg puts himself over at the expense of Bret Hart; Steve explains why Road Dogg was a better Sports...

In this episode, Jeff and Steve analyze why Adam "Hangman" Page is an idiot. Many in the IWC start to speculate whether his injury this past Wednesday on AEW Dynamite was a "work" or a "shoot;" we look into both scenarios, and answer the question of whether he's a safe worker.  Another MJF promo and another week where fans call it the "best promo ever;" is it though?  We dissect the prom...

On this episode, Jeff and Steve reunite to review WWE Extreme Rules 2022.  Was it the best PPV/PLE of the year? Bray Wyatt returns, who's excited and who's not? Jeff is disappointed by Karrion Kross vs Drew McIntyre. We chat about whether Bayley should have beaten Bianca for the Raw Womens Championship. Is Triple H booking the return of factions to WWE? Seth wins the US Title; should he have...

Are AEW wrestlers asking for their releases, only to walk it back? It appears that's the case for Malakai Black, as he took to IG to set recent rumors straight. Jeff and Steve discuss what could be the motive for Malakai to back-peddle. Since debuting on the WWE Main Roster, Damage Control has lost a lot of heat. An argument ensues between the boys as to who is responsible for the recent criticism...

Rumors of the quiet release of CM Punk from AEW have begun this week. What does this mean for the future of AEW? Jeff and Steve reunite this week to discuss what might possibly be the biggest business blunder in the history of professional wrestling as TK allows his only genuine draw to walk out.  AEW crowns a new champion; we review why Bryan Danielson clearly doesn't want to be the full-time AEW...

The 100th Episode reviews the week in wrestling without Steve. It's mostly unfettered Jeff! With some JImmy T added in!

This week we put the F-All in Fall Brawl!  We start off HOTTER than an AEW Press Scrum as Steve has a gripe with the EVPs of AEW and their "mistreatment" of CM Punk. Meanwhile, Jeff defends the wrestling "Elite" for their actions after the scrum as they stand together to defend a poor ROH schlub named Colt Cabana. Who's right? Who's wrong? You decide! Plus, why in the world are Adam Page and Sammy...

With all the drama swirling about AEW, Jeff and Steve thought it'd be best to bring on a guest to discuss all the madness. This week, we welcome one of the fastest growing personalities in the IWC today, "Banana Williams" from Xero News, to discuss the landscape of Internet Wrestling dirtsheets and what the hell is happening backstage with AEW.  We breakdown why the Punk vs Moxley ratings should b...

What's this about DRAMA backstage in AEW? Jeff and Steve breakdown the strange saga between CM Punk, Adam Page, and Tony Khan's involvement in it all. Are the rumors of CM Punk almost walking out over a tiff with Page over a month ago legit? Why did TK pull Punk vs Moxley off the All Out PPV to put it on free tv next week? We give you a unique take on what the driving motive to move this match up...

This week EVERYTHING is AEW-some!  CM Punk returns to face off with Jon Moxley...Jeff and Steve share their takes on what some people are calling "the greatest build since Rock vs Hogan" Despite all the excitement surrounded around Punk's return, what misstep happened that seemed to be missed by most pro-wrestling critics?  Did Punk come back too soon?  Is Tony Khan desperate given...

After an epic WWE Summerslam, tune in to hear our review of the key matches, MVPs of the show, and what to expect from the surprises unveiled. With the Triple H Era of WWE underway, what changes have occurred after Summerslam that spotlight a different creative process has begun?  Can we all agree it's  time to give the Miz his flowers? Jeff and Steve also discuss the new of Discovery/Wa...

With WWE SummerSlam 2022 this weekend, Jeff and Steve look at the epic card and run down potential winners, losers, and surprises! What's next for Brock? Steve makes a case for why fans shouldn't sleep on Roman Reigns vs Brock Lesnar. Will Theory cash in? Can Liv beat Ronda clean? The boys speculate on a wonky finish that will protect Liv and Ronda. Will Edge, Sasha Banks, or Bray Wyatt return? Wi...

Don Stevens is All Elite, or are they? This week, Jeff and Steve answer the question: who is Don Stevens, what is their involvement in AEW, how are they associated with Aubrey Edwards, what do they have to do with copyright strikes, and are they dead? We jump discuss most of the week's trending topics in wrestling such as: Road Dogg's criticisms of AEW and Wardlow, Cody Rhodes wins an ESPY, Jungle...

This week we the dynamic duo talk more Vince McMahon sexcapades as the WSJ reports of three more instances of VKM paying women hush money, including one talent.  Could it have been Sapphire?  It's the seven year anniversary of the Four Horsewomen debuting on WWE; we look back at the impact of Charlotte Flair, Sasha Banks, Becky Lynch and Bayley. Jeff and Steve give their Mount Rushmore o...

This week, Steve is back from stealing ethanol in the mid-west to review WWE Money In The Bank results with Jeff. What do the boys think about Liv Morgan and Theory winning the MITB Briefcases? We play a game of "Who Would You Rather Be: Theory or Sammy Guevara?" Jeff expresses his disdain for Liv Morgan.  Jeff and Steve bicker over the size of the WWE Main Roster, and speculate on the return of B...