Could, would, should. Three words that rhyme. They’re also three words that ask a question, and I’m asking some questions right now. I’ve got questions about Tye Dillinger feuding with Randy Orton.
On the latest episode of Smackdown, Randy Orton struck again. This time, the poor, unfortunate soul in his way was none other than Tye Dillinger. Dillinger had just challenged United States Champion Shinsuke Nakamura to a match and certainly was not expecting the beating he received at the hands of Orton.
The Perfect 10 is not one to take this lying down, so at the very least, expect him to at least try get revenge. But what if this turns into a full blown feud?
Yes, I believe that this is a feud that could happen. Whether or not it is a good feud is another question entirely, so let’s focus on it. Would this be worthwhile?
I think so. Sure, everyone will believe Orton is going to just walk all over Dillinger, who hasn’t really done anything since moving to the main roster. No one thinks Tye would win this. After all, Orton is a legend.
It’s Orton’s legend status that makes this worthwhile. Sure, if Dillinger feuded with Shelton Benjamin or something, no one would really mind. But when Orton shows up, all eyes are on him.
At the same time, Orton’s legend status will protect him. If Dillinger were to pick up a win or two against the Viper, no one would really complain about how Orton is being buried or whatever. Plus, Tye gets to work with a legend like Orton. It’s a win-win.
I mean, why not finish what he started, right? If you’re gonna eat Mexican food, don’t complain about the spice. Kick the hornet’s nest, get stung.
Tye Dillinger, despite being sort of a loser in kayfabe, at least always tries. If you piss him off, he will get you. That’s how he squeezed his way into a United States title match two years ago.
And it’s not like Orton is a super busy guy or anything. Aside from Tye, there aren’t a whole lot of options. If you only exclusively watch for Big Money Matches™, then you won’t be watching the Viper for a while. The only real people left for him, excluding Dillnger, are R-Truth and Sin Cara. Of course, Shinsuke Nakamura is involved in this somehow, but that’s another topic for another time.
I think Orton would be willing to go out and beat up Tye Dillinger some more while waiting for a bigger fish to fry. Of course, Tye may be a bit tougher and more resilient than Orton realizes.
I think this could potentially be something great. For all we know, Orton and Dillinger have some super sweet chemistry and end up making Omega v. Okada look like Undertaker v. Underfaker. Who’s to say?
I think it’s cool to see main event talents work programs with lower card guys. Sure, sometimes the feuds turn out to suck all sorts of suck, but it’s something different.
Tye Dillinger could benefit greatly from working with a legend like Orton, and Orton would benefit from brutalizing another babyface to get some more of that juicy Heel Heat™. This could be the feud that solidifies Dillinger’s spot on the roster, and maybe shunt him up the card a bit.
I think WWE should go for it. It’s new, it’s fresh, and potentially beneficial. Why not?