TNA: It's Time to Make Some More of an Impact on Wrestling

I am a bigger fan of TNA than WWE, so please understand that I am more of a critic when it comes to this brand.

The roots of TNA were steeped in the NWA and the more contemporary WCW, which is where I spent most of my time watching and rooting for Sting, Jeff Jarrett and Ric Flair.

I have never really been a Hulk Hogan fan and while I think Eric Bischoff is an ass, his ideas at times are flashy, innovative and trendy. He, along with the creative team, digs into the roots of wrestling to pull out ideas that never grow old, such as title tournaments, cage matches and the creation of stables that are meaningful to the business.

But after watching the set-up of the most recent PPV Hardcore Justice, and then learning of the results, watching video and drawing my own conclusions, I have to wonder if Bischoff and his people have taken a step backward.

There were some good things that happened Sunday night and to be honest, waiting until Thursday to get answers to my questions about what happens next is enough to tear the flesh off my arm.

But there has to be more. Too many questions left unanswered until the next PPV and the idea that no matter what was done to create an atmosphere of change, it seems like everything remained the same, with the exception of some titles changing hands.

Here is what I would like to see happen in the next few weeks.

Figure out What to Do with Sting

Now that he does not have the belt and cannot control the issues of Dixie Carter and Hulk Hogan, where does he go from here?

He is still in great shape and can still draw. But Angle has the belt (not sure for how long) and while he is splitting time training for the Olympics and involved in the TNA, there has to be an arc that has him losing the belt.

But it won't be to Sting. And I hope to god it is not to Hogan.

Does the Joker ploy remain a viable tactic now that he has lost?

Cut Some of the Fat from the Company

There is a time to say goodbye. Now may be that time.

Scott Steiner really provides no true place in the company and he is not the only one.

Robbie E and Cookie are a pair that need to go.

Maybe the same thing should be said for Rob Terry.

Corporate needs to find people they can use every week to get ratings. Steiner is on the screen but no one is buying his look.

Keep the Knockouts Title on Winter for a While

It makes sense.

Winter is a heel wrestler. Have her win for a while, create drama between her and Angelina Love and see what happens.

Mickie James is great for "PG" wrestling. I look her look and character, but the Knockouts need more drama like Velvet Sky and ODB.

And figure out what to do with the 10 or so women who are all vying for the same belt. Let's see two Knockout's matches a week, please.

Put the World Tag Titles on Mexican/America

James Storm and Bobby Roode have been battling injuries and have looked good but not great together as of late.

Put the titles on someone else.

While the Bound for Glory Series is still going on, give Mexican/America the straps and see what they do with a series of matches with British Invasion or another tag team that can come into TNA.

When teams are chasing the title, they appear to be better than those who actually have the straps.

Show That Wrestling Still Matters

I think some of the reason for the confusion I have with Impact right now, is the fact they are getting away from its mantra.

Wrestling still matters. Wrestling is stated on the marquee. Wrestling is the reason we watch. We need change to make it exciting, but there still needs to be that aura of "This is the best thing going today".

Decide Who Is Leaving Immortal

It would seem the stable is getting a little restless.

Bully Ray and Mr. Anderson fighting.

Abyss being blamed for everything wrong in the X-Division

Looks like the inmates are running the asylum.

If Abyss leaves, who goes with him? You figure it is Bully Ray, but then what happens to his character, since it really works for him?

Put a Belt on Austin Aries

He is the hottest thing in TNA (besides Velvet Sky) right now.

Aries can be the X-Division Champion or any title holder he so chooses (are you listening, AJ?).

A feud with Daniels or Alex Shelley looks so good on paper and probably would be GREAT in the ring.

Bring Back the 6-Sided Ring

It helped to make this company famous and was different than all other organizations.

Bring back the ring that was so special and truly has meaning.

Have a Television Title Tournament

Decide who will face Eric Young for the title.

Maybe a new face like Chris Masters or Chris Saben when he returns to action.

Just find someone who can represent the title weekly and give Young a new character.

Do Not Make the BFG Winner Too Predictable

Since Kurt Angle is champion, and if he stays that way until Bound for Glory, make the winner of the tournament someone who earns it.

Crimson is walking through the competition, but I do not see him losing his win streak here.

Crimson and Gunner are still the best thing in the company besides Aries.

Let's hope the two face each other in the end.