: Behind the scenes, Paul Heyman became the lead writer for SmackDown. His creative direction focused on athletic, high-intensity wrestling that emphasized the technical skills of the roster. The Rise of the "SmackDown Six"
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In the pantheon of professional wrestling history, few years are as revered, debated, and dissected as 2002. It was a year of transition, a year of tragedy, and ultimately, a year of reinvention. While the WWF had just conquered WCW and the Attitude Era was fading into the rearview mirror, the company faced a unique problem: they had too much talent and not enough television time. : Behind the scenes, Paul Heyman became the
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