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Byron Smith

Byron Smith

Joined: Dec 6, 2023

Byron is a contributor for Daily DDT, focusing on creating AEW content. He has previously written for Arrowhead Addict, Kansas Kingdom, App Trigger, and previously served as the Director of Operations for Border Fuel. Byron's focus is on analyzing the stories being told between the ropes, both on the mic and on the mat, offering case studies on characters and rivalries to help fans better connect with their favorite wrestlers.

Former World Champion, MJF, needs to reinvent himself after nearly a year of directionless and uninspired character writing.

How AEW Can Course Correct MJF's Character: A Solution for Better Storytelling

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AEW, Tony Khan 2019 TM & © Turner Entertainment Networks, Inc. A WarnerMedia Company

Tony Khan officially announces NJPW x AEW event “Forbidden Door”

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2019 TM & © Turner Entertainment Networks, Inc. A WarnerMedia Company

Tony Khan’s purchase of Ring of Honor secures the past and future of wrestling

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Nov 21, 2021; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Jeff Hardy during the men’s five on five elimination match during WWE Survivor Series at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Jeff Hardy appears to confirm plans to sign with AEW in interview

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TOKYO,JAPAN - MAY 24: Taiji Ishimori and Jonathan Gresham compete in the bout during the New Japan Pro-Wrestling 'Best Of Super Jr.' at Korakuen Hall on May 24, 2019 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Etsuo Hara/Getty Images)

Jonathan Gresham to be backstage during AEW Dynamite, via Fightful Select

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All Elite Wrestling

AEW Dynamite: CM Punk calls out Eddie Kingston, Miro enters the Eliminator Tournament

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TOKYO, JAPAN - JANUARY 06: Minoru Suzuki looks on during the New Japan Pro-Wrestling 'New Year Dash!!' at the Tokyo Dome City Hall on January 06, 2021 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Masashi Hara/Getty Images)

Minoru Suzuki’s tenure through the “Forbidden Door” is important

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