Rick Boogs, formerly known as Eric Bugenhagen, made his debut on WWE’s Friday Night Smackdown in May 2021. Despite being called up to the main roster, he failed to make a significant impact and was subsequently released from the company last week. In a shocking turn of events, Boogs claimed that his release was due to a backstage political power play, stating that someone within the company had a personal vendetta against him.
However, not everyone is buying into Boogs’ claims. Dutch Mantell, a former WWE manager, took to Twitter to express his disbelief, calling Boogs a “cure for insomnia” and saying that his release was due to a lack of talent. He even joked that Boogs’ matches would be so boring that fans would need to take two pills to stay awake, saying it would take eight hours to watch one of his matches.
Rick Boogs (Via WWE/Twitter)
Mantell’s harsh words sparked a discussion backstage in WWE, with many insiders expressing disbelief at Boogs’ allegations of a political power play. While it’s unclear what really led to Boogs’ release, it seems unlikely that he will be returning to the company anytime soon.
Boogs’ comments have sparked a heated debate among wrestling fans, with some siding with him and others agreeing with Mantell’s assessment. What do you think? Do you believe that Boogs was unfairly targeted by a powerful individual within WWE, or do you think his lack of talent and limited impact led to his demise? Share your thoughts in the comments!
