Otis

[3.0] "Otis undeniably has a lovable personality and character, and that's done wonders for him in this business. I mainly just am in a purist era of my fandom where I don't care as much for less serious wrestling characters, sadly. Shoutout to Otis though. Seems like a great guy."

[5.0] "I'm honestly OK with Otis. He does his role as a comedy role quite well. He's not the best in ring but he's great at connecting with the crowd and I find his tag work with Tozawa pretty entertaining!"

[6.0] "He found his role and i would like to see him more on TV. It's a shame that we never really got the end of his feud with Gable."

[8.0] "Pure fun and chaos. Great use of his size and strength, and good ring awareness. You may not be watching the best of the best, but you know you're always in for a fun time when Otis is in the ring."

[7.0] "I like Otis quite a bit! Not a perfect wrestler by any means, but I think every promotion needs a babyface like him. He can draw sympathy at literally any time, plus he's just pretty fun to watch."

[4.0] "Not really a fan, his style is blah. I get the baby face he is, but he is no huge star. The farthest I see him going rn was with his connection with Chad Gable. By himself or with just Akira and Maxxine, I don't see his worth."

[8.0] "I'll never understand the idea of rating a wrestler based on their push. The guy was Mr. MITB, so what? Was he supposed to turn it down? Otis is cool, far from bad in the ring. According to Bryan Danielson, he could've even surprised us. Stuck somewhere between a powerhouse and a comedy act, his case perfectly shows WWE's creative laziness. Finding the right balance for him might've been tricky, but they ultimately chose to do nothing with him. A solid even very solid performer"

[6.0] "Not the greatest in-ring, but just oozes charisma and the ball was dropped with him twice, first in 2020 and then in 2024, for no good reason. He'll never be a world champion, but he should have had a few midcard title reigns, as Truth, Santino, and even Ryder got them."

[8.0] "I was expecting a higher rating here. Otis is one of WWE's most unique and entertaining big men, blending surprising athleticism with natural comedic timing. He quickly endeared himself to fans with his quirky charisma, expressive reactions, and infectious energy. What makes Otis stand out is that, despite being presented largely as a comedy act, he can move incredibly well for his size and brings a believable physicality to his matches. "The Caterpillar" might be goofy, but his suplexes and slams pack real impact. His solo push in 2020 (Money in the Bank / romance with Mandy Rose) showed that WWE saw some star potential in him. Unfortunately probably due to no fans in the arena, that push fizzled out, and the momentum never fully returned. Despite that, Otis has remained a reliable role player. Whether he's getting laughs, taking bumps, or backing up others in tag matches, he delivers with consistency. His current run with Alpha Academy has added new life to his character. The dynamic between serious wrestling and comedy is something Otis navigates well, making him a valuable utility player. He may never be a top singles star, but his connection with the crowd and versatility give him a secure spot on the roster. Otis is proof that not every wrestler needs to be a world champion to be memorable or valuable"

[1.0] "He's funny and has a little charisma and that's about all I can say about him that I think is positive. Ok, I'm going to be as polite, diplomatic and tactful as I can possibly be here...his build is such that he looks like a cartoon character that wished to be a real person and it came true. He's so stocky that he's almost completely neutralized any athleticism he may have had prior to that. He's also billed at 5'10" and I'm not buying that. He was way better off in Heavy Machinery. Sure the Mandy Rose story got him over for about 8 months but even that was cringeworthy nonsense."

[7.0] "I give him a 7 because he is very good at what his job is (i.e. being a comedy lower-card wrestler). But also because of that he has basically reached his ceiling. In the ring, he's decent, and the crowd likes him."

[6.0] "He is charisma personified but the in ring stuff isn't there most of the time due to how limited he is. Excellent mid-card guy whose ceiling is tag titles or a mid-card belt if you have no one else around. I love watching him but I never feel compelled to revisit anything he does. Seems like a lovely guy."

[9.0] "One of my favourites to watch. I won't sit here and type how he is a the best technical wrestler, however his character work and the agility he has for his size, is a major point. His relatable charm works well on the angles he is given and he can tie it up with some of the best. Seeing an Otis card on the match is always an appeal for me."

[4.0] "I don't see it in Otis. Comedic or not, he is very mediocre, maybe bad even. Not a fun in-ring work to watch, same goes for promos and backstage segments. Back in Heavy Machinery he was still not that great. Not great as a solo show, which somehow managed to win Money In The Bank. And definitely not great as an Alpha Academy member."

[5.0] "Great comedy wrestler. In-ring wise he isn't anything good, but the whole comedic aspect of his character is great to watch. Would like to see what he could do as a heel, but I don't think that'll ever happen given how popular he is being goofy. Never really stood out aside from his ability to make people laugh."

[7.0] "Not the best wrestler, but you do gotta love, when people yell they want to see Otis worm. Love the Alpha Academy storyline it really adds some great things."

[6.0] "WWE definitely can do something cool whit Otis and I think he can do more than what he did propose since his the main roster. I hope the story with Alpha Academy will lead him to something different in the mid-card. I think he do not specially deserves a secondary title for now but he can do some stories and cool tag tema runs. We will see what HHH plans for him."

[5.0] "Delightfully unique look and personality. Solid enough wrestling, though it's a shame that his half decade on TV and role in several major storylines has not yet culminated in him kicking things into another gear and producing some truly memorable matches."

[6.0] "He is getting better in the Alpha Academy storyline. Overall, he is a powerhouse that really relys on gimmick moves like "the worm" to get a strong reaction from the crowd to make him more interesting. However, his organic reception from the crowd is now REALLY strong and I hope this rating increases."

[7.0] "i really was not a fan of otis during his megapush in 2020, but i think he is capable of more than what a lot of people think. daniel bryan said a few years ago that he thinks otis would blow peoples minds if he was in NJPW, and i can kind of see it, but he's done so little on his own it's hard to know if thats really true. i think he has something special when it comes to the crowd though. they loved the mandy rose/dolph ziggler angle way more than they would have with anyone else in that position, and even recently the crowd is so strongly behind him in this chad gable story despite him doing nothing of importance for what feels like years now. it's part of the reason why his MITB run was so weak. without the crowd, he loses so much of his appeal. he might never reach that height again, but the crowd is once again extremely behind him and he might have a really good run ahead of him when he does break free from the alpha academy."

[8.0] "otis is so enjoyable to watch I love him and alpha academy. only an 8 because I dont think hes anything special in the ring but he is enjoyable. I understand why he might not be for everyone its a select type of humor and im ok with that. Hes pretty solid in tag matches with gable and I think if him and alpha academy keeps doing what they are doing I think they'll get more and more over."

[7.0] "Otis is a really decent wrestler, although he sometimes lacks in the ring (And of course, is overshadowed by Chad Gable, the best worker in current wwe for me). His gimnick is very goofy, but like someone like MickFoley/Dude Love, that goofiness really adds up and makes him very likable and funny. I hope he gets a title one day, even though he is not close to the top in his current state."

[10.0] "Otis is perfect in his role. He has a ridiculous amount of charisma that steals the show. He is funny but still believable as a threat. He is athletic for his size, strong, and hard hitting. He isn't flashy, but he doesn't need to be. He is so incredibly likeable and is must-watch for me in any segment. His stuff with Chad Gable has been the best part of WWE at times in the last few years. He is the definition of "making the most out of his minutes". I get that he isn't getting five stars from the observer, but that's not what I want from him."

[8.0] "Otis is a lot of fun and could work in a bunch of different roles on any show. I wish he got more of a chance to show off though."

[7.0] "Otis is not the best of wrestlers but good god do I love seeing him. It helps that him and Chad Gable have AMAZING chemistry."

[8.0] "Otis would fit in any era. He is a super great comedy wrestler and comedy promo. Was the best part in Heavy Machinery, was the best part in the storyline with Mandy Rose, is the best part of Alpha Academy-Maximum Male Models storyline. Probably could have had a feel-good run with the WWE Championship during COVID instead of The Miz, but for Otis is great in the position they have him in. Kind of a missed opportunity though, could have been much more."

[6.0] "Otis isn't the best in the ring, but he still deserves a 6/10 because he tries to improve, and he makes me laugh with Chad Gable. I would love to see their team break up but I don't see him going solo... He still has some improving to do but he will get there!"

[8.0] "Pretty good in ring for his size, very charismatic, a goofy but so good, entertaining to watch, man I love Otis."

[7.0] "Otis is a unique wrestler with an interesting look and personality. I preffered him in Heavy Machinery than Alpha Academy. He's a natural babyface. His team with Gable has been beat into the ground so its hard for be to be interested when they come on."

[9.0] "Otis is a total package. He can wrestle a good serious match, he can do comedy, he can talk on the mic, and he knows how to get a crowd behind him. He excels at everything he does no matter how ridiculous the storylines were, he got it over."

[5.0] "Not great in ring of course but he is kinda charismatic, his whole point is being a funny goofball and he does that well, good for what he does"

[5.0] "He's alright I suppose. I've never really watched an Otis match and thought wow that was really good. But he's more of a character wrestler I guess. I will say I was rooting for him big time in the Mandy Rose storyline, and seeing him win Money in the Bank was nice even if there was no chance of him ever winning the title."

[8.0] "He's really good right now. He started off as eh, eventually became alright but not MITB winner worthy.. then alpha academy came along and I enjoy his stuff way more than I did before, AA are one of the most entertaining teams right now. If he goes back to the goofy face he used to be, it'll work. And if he goes heel and joins MMM.. not only will it be funny, it'll also likely work. His improvement is crazy and he's also in his early 30s too which is nice, I look forward to talking about his improvement more in A year or two."

[5.0] "He's not great in the ring by any means, but he doesn't have to be. Otis ooses charisma and makes for a solid comedy character, but there's no way I can take him seriously as a threat to others in the ring."

[8.0] "The thing he currently has going with Chad Gable is one of the best things in wwe s midcard at the moment. Always liked him, either as a face or as a heel. A unique powerhouse that knows how to play to the crowd."

[6.0] "Otis is a decent comedy wrestler, and has had some good gimmicks, but other than that, there's not much there. His run in Heavy Machinery was fun, but that was because Otis made it fun. The Mandy Rose storyline was extremely fun to watch, and had me really invested. Now in Alpha Academy, I have to say, I love these two guys. Otis brings the power and a pinch of comedy from his Heavy Machinery days (it's there, you gotta look for it) to contrast with Chad's own comedy and beautiful ring work. However, Otis lacks in actual wrestling, and needs to figure out how to use his size to become a good wrestler."

[8.0] "One of the guys who grew on me. I thought at first when he came in doing the kids character tag team thing, followed by the angle with Mandy (which i heard was a real thing and that he really did have a crush on her), that he was miscast for someone who looked like he did, and wouldn't be around too long. However, when he aligned/teamed with Gable, and started showing a mean streak/ monster vibes by injuring guys left and right I said ok he's got something here. Because he started working the way someone who looks like him should work, dropped all of the childish antics he was doing before, and changed his look up a lot so that the new side of him would be taken seriously. Since the move to RAW, he's been a great utility player as both a singles and a tag, had solid matches with whoever they've put him in there with, and while alpha academy still does silly stuff here and there...they've at least got across to the audience that they're both legit and not people to mess with in a shoot if one went down."

[8.0] "A good worker and a good seller for his size. He is fast for a big man. I did not like his run in Heavy Machinery and the stuff with Mandy but his run with the Alpha Academy has been amazing. Tree Trunk Otis is great."

[8.0] "Overhated and underrated. Otis is funny as hell man. He is great in the ring. Mic skills not really but he is great"

[7.0] "Overhated and underestimated. Otis has been proving his worth a lot recently on Raw, with his best run since that incredible story with Mandy Rose."

[7.0] "Until Heavy Machinery broke up, Otis was mediocre at best. His feud with Ziggler was good, but it was nothing out of the ordinary. I was afraid that without Tucker he would be lost and nothing would be achieved, but I was very wrong. Since Alpha Academy, Otis has had his best moment in his career, was the RAW Tag Team Champion, and has plenty of time on TV. I hope he will continue to grow and that WWE will not give him comedy gimnicks and stupid ideas like giving him a Money in The Bank."

[7.0] "Otis is fairly basic in the ring but is not bad at all. Both his main roster gimmicks have been great. Probably should be more protected than he is."

[6.0] "Otis was lightning in a bottle when he was with his pairing with Mandy. It didn't last long but WWE tried to get everything they could out of it, to my displeasure. His work in Heavy Machinery was good and now he's great in Alpha Academy."

[8.0] "I can't believe how good he has become since teaming with Chad Gable. His run with Gable as Alpha academy is pure gold."

[7.0] "Otis was really underestimated with his comedy character and I think he will suffer with his legitimacy for a while because his run with the alpha academy is gold although Chad gable had gained the most benefits of it but as I said don't underestimate otis or his capabilities."

[7.0] "Otis' style isn't for everyone, but I miss his kind of worker. A walking piece of furniture that can plow through almost any kind of offense you throw at him, and it's not like he can't move either, Otis can definitely put in the work. His character work is also top tier, his program with Mandy Rose in 2020 was one of the best storylines on WWE at the time and Heavy Machinery was a great tag in their own right, and while others may miss the more comedic Otis and I'll admit I certainly do it's not like he hasn't gotten over and had more success as Chad Gable's heavy."

[8.0] "Otis takes a lot of inspiration from Vader. solid big guy. He has gained a lot of credibility since his association with Gable."

[6.0] "Otis is a good talent that excels in a tag team setting. He has charisma through the roof and is naturally entertaining. His wrestling isn't bad either. Rarely botches and has a solid powerhouse style with some extra comedic charm. His heel run with Gable has been okay, but his time as Heavy Machinery was far more memorable. Solid talent who's charisma and charm are his main selling points."

[4.0] "why is this guy getting pushed over gable and tucker, everyone acts like hes amazing but i cant stand him. i would give him a 0 but it wont let me"

[5.0] "An ok wrestler that's very good when part of a tag team. Has some natural charisma and is fun to watch. Unfortunately, giving him MITB exposed a lot of his weaknesses and will hurt him in the long run."