Jimmy Jacobs isn’t bitter about his WWE dismissal, but he does admit that looking back, the experience was frustrating. In a recent interview with Rene Coffee, Jacobs shared new insights about his final weeks with WWE and the events leading to his release.
Jacobs was let go by WWE in 2017, following a “Raw Invasion” stunt with the group Being Elite. He insists the reason for his departure wasn’t poor performance but rather a clash with WWE chairman Vince McMahon.
He revealed that the last two major storylines he worked on were Kevin Owens vs. Shane McMahon and John Cena vs. Roman Reigns on SmackDown. Throughout the feud “No Mercy” in 2017, Vince personally approached Jacobs with offers, but Jacobs struggled to work under McMahon’s leadership.
Jacobs stated, “I struggled working for Vince (McMahon). I just wanted to play… I was not fired because I struggled with my job.” He emphasized that while others recognized his talent, Vince did not.
Jacobs criticized Vince, saying, “…I resented Vince because I wasn’t bad at my job and he didn’t see it. He thought I was just a weirdo, but those around me saw my worth. So, he acted immaturely and fired me.”
During this time, Jacobs was involved with the 2017 Brett Club, including members Adam Page, Matt and Nick Jackson, Cody and Brandy Rhodes, and Marty Scurll, and participated in Being Elite stunts. The group made “Raw invasion” appearances outside arenas, made fun of WWE products, and shared photos with Jacobs.
Losing his WWE position brought mixed emotions for Jacobs. However, he is relieved that he no longer has to fight for recognition within Vince McMahon’s system.
What are your thoughts? Did WWE make a mistake by letting go of such a creative mind as Jimmy Jacobs, or was Vince right to sever ties? Share your opinions in the comments.
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Fan Take: This news is significant because it highlights the tension between creativity and authority in WWE’s creative process. For fans, it sparks hope that talents like Jacobs could flourish more freely outside the rigid structure of WWE, potentially enriching the wrestling world with fresh, innovative ideas.
