Danhausen has emerged as one of the most prominent figures in professional wrestling, and Bully Ray recently shared his critique of AEW’s booking decisions regarding the talent during his time with the company. Prior to his current endeavors — which include collaborations with the New York Knicks and significant merchandise success in WWE — Danhausen competed in AEW.
Danhausen received limited exposure in AEW, and Bully Ray elaborated on this point during an appearance on Busted Open Radio. He observed that while Tony Khan demonstrates proficiency in booking elite wrestling talent, he may encounter challenges when allocating opportunities for performers whose primary appeal stems from their character work rather than in-ring ability.
AEW’s Underutilization of Danhausen
“I’m pointing out a missed opportunity with a particular talent because it’s obvious. It’s not simply that AEW didn’t use him — he appeared in WWE, had a few matches, and is selling merchandise successfully. The reality is that he’s excelling in ways typically reserved for WWE’s top stars.”
Challenges in Booking Character-Driven Performers
“Tony Khan demonstrates strength in booking matches like Will Ospreay versus Kenny Omega, but Danhausen does not fall within his area of expertise.”
Danhausen’s Impact Outside the Ring
“While Danhausen may not achieve a five-star match rating, his status as a star remains undeniable.”