WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross updated the blog section of JRsbarbq.com. The following items are among the highlights. To order J.R.'s BBQ products, visit WWEShop.com.

-Ross on Triple H's role at SummerSlam: "Adding HHH as the special referee to the John Cena vs. Daniel Bryan WWE Title bout is an intriguing 'wrinkle.'  This development adds a provocative element to the already anticipated bout that is now even more unpredictable. There are several moving parts at play in this bout that I can't begin to intelligently analyze. (Make your own joke on that one.)"

Powell's POV: I think many of us wish we were just getting a straight forward match between Cena and Bryan with a clearcut winner and loser. However, that doesn't mean that whatever the story with the McMahon family is can't be good. I continue to do my best to keep an open mind regarding their involvement.

-Ross on Big Show's new physique: "How great did Big Show look Monday night? I was impressed and know how diligently that he has been training and adjusting his diet. Bravo to the big guy who, when on a recruiting visit, enjoyed a home cooked meal in our then Connecticut home, broke a dining room tile (Dang, Italian tile, anyway :)) and we closed the deal over my wife's homemade biscuits and a heaping helping of apple butter."

Powell's POV: Show looked great. I was actually wondering if he had some cosmetic work done because he looked so much lighter, but it sounds like he did it the old fashioned way. Here's hoping he can maintain his current weight once he goes back on the road.

-Ross on SummerSlam Kickoff match: "Helluva deal for all fans being able to see the US Title bout for FREE during the pre game show featuring Dean Ambrose vs. RVD. This bout will get first crack at a fresh,  packed house and should set the stage nicely for the rest of the show."

Powell's POV: I'm a little surprised that WWE didn't do more to market the appearance of Shawn Michaels on the pre-show panel. Ambrose vs. RVD is strong incentive for fans to checkout the free preview, but more hype for HBK could only help.

Other topics include JR's prediction for the WWE and World Hvt. Championship matches at SummerSlam, Brock Lesnar vs. C.M. Punk, JBL's jabs on at him on Raw commentary, and much more.

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