Last updated:  June 17, 2018

Originally published: June 17, 2018

(www.PlaytimeCares.com) - WWE NXT is exclusively shown on the WWE Network and is worth your time, energy and effort to see it. You can see that the WWE will be around for a long time because of the talent pool that is constantly showcased here.

NXT Takeover Chicago showcased the superior writing that NXT has over WWE RAW and SmackDown Live brands!

This is my attempt to help out the writers of WWE non-NXT brands!

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Last updated:  May 2, 2018

Originally published: May 2, 2018

(www.PlaytimeCares.com) - WWE NXT is exclusively shown on the WWE Network and is worth your time, energy and effort to see it. You can see that the WWE will be around for a long time because of the talent pool that is constantly showcased here.

NOTE: All my images and/or videos are directly from WWE.com

NXT 446 on the WWE Network:

Verdict: You had 3.5 matches and many future matchups that can transpire due to this episode.

Episode tidbits: 

→The new and improved, 4 members Undisputed ERA came out to show off all their championships.  Roderick Strong said he felt Pete Dunne would turn on him if they won the tag titles because he cares more about the UK Championship more than anything.  Since he could not trust Dunne, he chose to go with the proven Brotherhood.

→Next Week:  Candice LeRae VS Bianca Belair; TM61 VS Street Profits; Roderick Strong VS  Pete Dunne 

→Heavy Machinery called out the War Raiders.

→Dakota Kai has been traumatized by her experiences with Shayna Baszler.

→Kona Reeves debuts with a new image next week.

Match 1: North American Champion Adam Cole survives a ready Oney Lorcan (Match Grade: C++)

The crowd was heavy pro-Lorcan.  Lorcan fed off the energy of the crowd and punished the injured ribs of Adam Cole.  Undisputed ERA ran out to assist Cole and gave Cole the win.  ERA then went on to jump Lorcan.  Danny Burch tried to save Lorcan, but the numbers game was too much.

Match 2: Heavy Machinery gets another win over Riddick Moss & Tino Sabbatelli (Match Grade: C++)

Those Heavy guys played to the crowd well.  Tino and Moss started to control the match until a miscue between the two caused Tino to leave Moss high and dry in the ring.

Match 3: Jonny Gargano was ready to take on Aleister Black for the NXT Championship, but Ciampa attacked him from behind (Match Grade: B)

Not truly a match, but truly was a pivotal episode point.  Ciampa surprised attacked meant that Gargano had to suffer through much beating which ended with him going through tables.

Aleister  Black started to call out Ciampa, but SAnitY came out and interrupted him.  Black asked Eric Young if he wanted a title fight.

Match 4: NXT Champion retained his title against Eric Young (Match Grade: C++)

Black looked spry in this match.  Black dominated the match until the numbers game became a factor.  Despite the interference, Black prevailed.  Black ended up kicking all 3 guys of SAnitY in the face to end the show!

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Last updated:  April 19, 2018

Originally published: April 19, 2018

(www.PlaytimeCares.com) - WWE NXT is exclusively shown on the WWE Network and is worth your time, energy and effort to see it. You can see that the WWE will be around for a long time because of the talent pool that is constantly showcased here.

NOTE: All my images and/or videos are directly from WWE.com

NXT 445 on the WWE Network:

Verdict: You had 4 matches and several in-ring, solo NXT debuts to watch.  This episode will show you that NXT still has a deep talent pool despite the many NXT Superstars that were called up to RAW and SmackDown Live.  You should definitely watch this episode in its entirety.

Episode tidbits: 

→Candice LeRae & Johnny Gargano comes to the ring to thank the NXT Universe for sticking with them.  Candice said she was going to wrestle Zelina Vega tonight, and Johnny said he will be the first challenger of Aleister Black for the NXT Championship.

→Shayna Baszler let the women's locker room know that no one can stop here, so get in line or get out.  

→UK Champion Pete Dunne wants to rip off the head of Roderick Strong for his betrayal at NXT Takeover: New Orleans.

→An interview with the Undisputed ERA, with new member Roderick Strong, will take place next week.

→NXT Champion Aleister Black versus Johnny Gargano seems likely next week.  Black seemingly wants a match next week after Gargano called him out twice.

Match 1: Ricochet has an impressive win over Fabian Aichner (Match Grade: C++)

If you want many high flying maneuvers, then watch this match.  Both guys gave you your money's worth.  Ricochet finished the match looking like an Olympic diver!

Match 2: War Raiders dominates The Metro Brothers (Match Grade: C++)

War Raiders do strength, tag team fighting well.  The Metro Brothers were truly just warmup opponents for their next match.

Match 3: Lars Sullivan survived Killian Dain in a No Disqualification Match (Match Grade: C++)

Both of these guys are big.  Both of these guys used high-risk maneuvers against each other.  No disqualification meant the match would eventually involve weapons...to the delight of the NXT Universe.

Match 4: Candice LeRae gets a submission victory over Zelina Vega (Match Grade: C++)

This match did not go long before Andrade "Cien" Almas and Johnny Gargano was both ringside.  Many positives in this match.  You still see many upsides in the women's division.

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Last updated:  April 14, 2018

Originally published: April 14, 2018

(www.PlaytimeCares.com) - WWE NXT is exclusively shown on the WWE Network and is worth your time, energy and effort to see it. You can see that the WWE will be around for a long time because of the talent pool that is constantly showcased here.

NOTE: All my images and/or videos are directly from WWE.com

NXT 444 on the WWE Network:

Verdict: You had 2 matches and a recap of an excellent NXT Takeover: New Orleans.  Also, because this was the episode after Wrestlemania, you were shown who was called up to RAW and SmackDown Live.

Episode tidbits: 

→NXT 443 is NXT Takeover: New Orleans, which is a MUST WATCH!  The recap from this event was shown throughout this episode.  Also, exclusive footage from the aftermath of the event was shown.

→Authors of Pain went to RAW and cut ties with Paul Ellering after their debut match.

→Ember Moon and No Way Jose also went to RAW.  Team Iconic went to SmackDown Live as "The IIconics."

→Lars Sullivan versus Kilian Dain next week.

Match 1: Kairi Sane survived against a gamed Lacey Evans. (Match Grade: C+)

Evans transition to a heel is complete.  Her in-ring mannerisms are excellent for the job.  The future of the women's division is safe and secure if these two ladies are true representatives of the industry.  Sane took a lot of damage before getting a win.

Match 2: No contest called between Heavy Machinery versus Tito Sabatelli & Riddick Moss thanks to the interference of a new tag team to NXT (Match Grade: C++)

Heavy Machinery was giving the crowd what they wanted, as usual, and you though this match would have a predictable end.  Out of nowhere a team called "War Raiders" came and destroyed both teams while the crowd chanted "War Machine."

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