Well, alright, I put my foot in my mouth again: this year's WWE Draft on brought in a 3.1 rating, probably because the extra hour that is averaged in brought down the entire rating. But does a lousy rating mean that this year's Draft was insignificant? Let's take a look at the roster moves from this year and speculate what lies ahead for the WWE for the rest of 2010:

RAW PICKS

(1.) John Morrison

Morrison is back on the red brand for the first time since the spring of 2007. He's grown exponentially as a performer and should fill the void of "exciting babyface" that was vacated by Kofi Kingston. That being said, a feud with The Miz is logical, although he does have some fresh match-ups waiting for him with guys like Ted DiBiase & William Regal. Let's hope Morrison scores himself the U.S. Title in the near future to make himself a commodity on RAW.

(2.) R-Truth

Returning from MacGruber dismemberment is R-Truth, making his way back to RAW. It amazes me how drastically R-Truth has changed since returning to the E, even though he is basically the same character when he was K-Kwik. Thankfully, he's escaped the stigma of failure that MVP has dealt with since his brand switch last year. As long as he stays occupied & visible on television, there's a good chance R-Truth could be a World Title challenger by the end of the year.

(3.) "The Rated-R Superstar" Edge

It was a foregone conclusion that either Edge or Chris Jericho was going to make the jump from SmackDown after their feud's conclusion at Extreme Rules. Granted, it wasn't much of a blow-off since they're both even in the win column, but with the Draft so imminent, a move had to be made. Well, it didn't have to; they could have had a "Loser Leaves SmackDown" Match at the next Pay-Per-View to make it official. Regardless, Edge hasn't been a RAW competitor in quite some time, so change is good. It appears that his first program will be with a face Randy Orton, a dynamic that may not hit its stride right away. Edge is a tremendous talent though, and I'm expecting big things from his presence on RAW.

(3.) Chris Jericho

Of course, with all the talk of severing the Edge/Jericho feud over on SmackDown, it was a shocker somewhat to see Chris Jericho drafted to RAW. Personally, I'm a huge fan of Jericho, and since I primarily watch RAW, I'm happy with this development. The argument of late has been that Jericho's switch is due to the WWE stacking the RAW deck because of the impeding loss of viewership in SmackDown once they move to Syfy in the fall. Understandable, but without Jericho to fill the dominant heel role, it will be up to CM Punk & a still relatively unproven Jack Swagger to pick up the slack. So for entertainment value, this is a win, but creatively, Jericho to RAW is dubious.

(4.) The Great Khali (w/Ranjin Singh)

Khali has been floundering as a face for what has felt like eons. He's a dancing fool and no longer the terrifyingly freakish giant that he should be. While Khali may not have a significant amount of wrestling acumen to hang on a main event level for very long, it gets more & more uncomfortable to see him trotted out every so often for comedy value. It's almost as if he is oblivious to what is happening to him, as he flirts with men in drag and dances awkwardly. His trip to India may be good for his health, and hopefully, a returning heel turn might jumpstart his career. Overall though, there's not much mileage left when it comes to Khali's shelf life in the E.

(5.) Natalya

With Bret Hart still hanging around on RAW, it makes sense to have his niece on the same brand as him. Plus, it's no secret that the Diva division on RAW could use a spark. There are some fresh match-ups with Maryse, Gail Kim, & new champion Eve that could make for some interesting television. This was a sleeper move that should pay off favorably, provided the E is patient enough to see it through.

(6.) Ezekiel Jackson

"Big Zeke" is currently on the shelf with an injury, but much like Sarah Palin's presidential run, a monster push for Ezekiel is inevitable. The question is will he become the next Sheamus or the next Snitsky? Given Jackson's greenness in the ring, it may be difficult build him up as a credible challenger. However, as a monster foil for John Cena over the course of a Pay-Per-View or two, there's no harm in taking a shot. Hell, given the lack of unique heels on both brands, I'd welcome Cena vs. Zeke over Cena vs. Orton any day.

(7.) Goldust

Even with his brother on SmackDown & his father running FCW, it is still a mystery as to why Goldust still has a job. I'm actually surprised that they thought enough of Dustin to remember that he's been toiling on SmackDown since the demise of ECW. Goldust remains a good hand in the ring wherever he is, and I think for the time being, switching Goldust to RAW is a decent move. He's funny enough to provide goofy comedy, but competent enough to make rising talent look good in matches. Unfortunately, Cody getting moved to SmackDown robs us of a possible "brother vs. brother" program between the two. While Cody isn't the greatest performer, there is still untapped potential for a mid-card angle here. Will Goldust get fired before he has the chance to challenge his little brother? Maybe, we'll see.

(8.) The Hart Dynasty (David Hart Smith & Tyson Kidd)

As I had mentioned previously, The Hart Dynasty switch to RAW has more to do with Bret Hart than with roster enhancement. The Dynasty has the WWE Unified World Tag Title Titles right now and will probably feud with The Miz & a new partner for the next coming months. As great as they are in the ring, they don't have the same upside as Natalya does. I'm sure they will still have jobs by this time next year, but I would expect one of them (probably Tyson) to get moved to the blue brand at the point...maybe even sooner.

SMACKDOWN PICKS

(1.) Kelly Kelly

As far as the Diva situation goes on SmackDown, the firings of Mickie James & Maria have left the roster is pretty thin. Adding Kelly Kelly to the mix is a wise move in the same way that Natalya's move adds a new flavor to the RAW Divas scene. Kelly seems to be settling into the Torrie Wilson role of the hot Diva who doesn't really do anything. I mean, no one takes her seriously as a title contender, but just her presence on the program makes the dudes happy, and well, why not?

(2.) The Big Show

For the fifteen thousandth time, The Big Show has been moved to SmackDown, presumably to start up a title program as a face against Jack Swagger. After spending the better part of last year as a tag champ, a serious singles run is a step in the right direction for "The World's Biggest Athlete." Plus, with The Undertaker taking time off to convalesce & Rey Mysterio being the only other significant top face, The Big Show won't have to worry about being overshadowed by the other main-eventers on the program. As long as they don't turn him thirty million times a month (like they're apt to do), The Big Show will rule on SmackDown.

(3.) Kofi Kingston

Since having his momentum cut off from his feud with Randy Orton last fall, Kofi's move to SmackDown is a huge plus. Was it a foregone conclusion? Absolutely. But sometimes it's good to go ahead with what's expected. Much like The Big Show, the lack of huge main-event stars on the SmackDown roster right now could be the perfect opportunity for Kofi to be elevated to that next level. That being said, I would totally expect him to be the one to dethrone Drew McIntyre for the WWE Intercontinental Title. He's been down that road before, and to start, I could see him holding that strap again.

(4.) Christian

I might sound like a broken record, but with the allegedly thin roster on SmackDown, Christian will have more of a chance to stand out, as opposed to plying his trade on RAW. Frankly, Christian has been stellar in the ring and a lot of fun to watch since returning from TNA. With the death of ECW, it appeared that Christian was doomed to mid-card hell on RAW. Thankfully, SmackDown is ripe for someone to break out as a star. Christian is practically at that level, and if Rey Mysterio were ever to go down with another knee injury, Christian could very well step into the role that he has been destined for.

(5.) Chavo Guerrero

Let's face it -- if it weren't for Eddie Guerrero's death & the hidden guilt that the WWE harbors from it, Chavo wouldn't have a job. Aside his association with Vickie Guerrero & his much-maligned feud with Hornswoggle, Chavo has done nothing of note on RAW. With the exception of Superstars, he sees little television time. At least by moving him to SmackDown to hang out with Vickie, he can hold off his inevitable release for a little longer. It should be recognized that Chavo is a great character and still solid in the ring. Putting the winner of NXT on SmackDown to feud with Chavo is a win-win situation for both wrestlers.

(6.) Cody Rhodes

Cody got the short end of the stick when it came to the Legacy break-up so the move to SmackDown couldn't have come at a better time. Much like Kofi Kingston, Cody has been on RAW for pretty much his entire existence in the WWE. Once the Drew McIntyre experiment has run its course (and it will, trust me), I think Cody is a smart choice for the WWE Intercontinental Champion as far as heels go. It will be interesting to see if he tries to generate a new stable or finding a running buddy to wreak havoc on the roster. We've never really seen him on his own, and if he's going to prove his longevity, Cody might have to prove he can work solo.

(7.) "The Masterpiece" Chris Masters

The first thing I thought of when I heard that Chris Masters got drafted to SmackDown was "future endeavors." The last time Masters was on SD, he did squat, got bitched out by The Undertaker, & was released. It can also be said that his recent return to the WWE hasn't exactly generated the same amount of fanfare as his initial run did. I'd say keep him off television for a while then try the Snitsky push with him. Have him beat up a bunch of nobodies with the Masterlock, gradually build up to the bigger names on the roster, & then see if you can get him a main-event slot. Why keep him around and pay him if you're not going to get any mileage out of his gimmick?

(8.) Hornswoggle

A reunion with his "father" Finlay is in order, which might lead to a Pay-Per-View match between Finlay & Dolph Ziggler. Other than that, Hornswoggle might as well become the new Funaki, especially seeing that Funaki isn't even "Funaki" anymore. Once the DX angle was forgotten earlier this year, Hornswoggle's usefulness is at its lowest point. I still can't believe that they put him out there on the Draft show against Dolph Ziggler and expected us fans to take the match seriously. While he might sell merchandise and keep the younger crowd entertained, it can't last that much longer. Sadly, by this time next year, I would expect him to make appearances on both brands on a weekly basis.

(9.) Rosa Mendea

Evident from her brief time on ECW as Zack Ryder's valet, Rosa is a decent talker. Hopefully, the company will realize this and find a way to keep her in a role that keeps her out of the ring. Characteristically, SmackDown as of late has not been known to have the ridiculously overbooked, two-minute Divas matches as RAW does. If & when they decide to turn Serena loose on the Women's division as an active competitor, it will make more sense to have Rosa at ringside where she is much better suited for success. There is a good deal of SmackDown mid-carders (Tyler Reks, Vance Archer, Chris Masters) that would benefit from her talents.

(10.) Montel Vontavius Porter (MVP)

After a lackluster yet initially promising run on RAW, MVP is back where he began on SmackDown. I say that you turn him heel right away and find ways to keep him strong for guys like Rey Mysterio and even The Big Show. Heck, maybe even rekindle his rivalry with Kane. MVP as a face was decent, and his work with The Miz on RAW in terms of promos was quite good. But let's face it: RAW got an upgrade in the "street smart thug" department in drafting R-Truth. MVP, on the other hand, has a new lease on SmackDown, and a change in attitude would do him a whole world of good.

In execution, this year's Draft was uneventful, and it didn't really seem that much had changed. I mean, after all, guys like The Big Show & Chavo Guerrero switch brands so often that it makes this yearly event rather meaningless. On paper though, SmackDown got a pretty decent overhaul, and in some ways, for the better. RAW just feels like RAW with all the major players in one spot. It's no surprise, as the attitude for years has always been to place RAW first, even ahead of PPV's sometimes.

I should also point how ECW's absence has impacted the Draft this year. In the past, when certain talent was drafted to "The Land of the Extreme," it always felt different & exciting. There was room to grow for newer talent & established stars looking to find a new groove. Now, it's just two brands, and it doesn't feel as special anymore.

Well, those are my thoughts for this week. Next time I swing by, I'll be sure to bring my friend, the comedy. Don't forget to check out my blog during the week at www.FutureEndeavored.tumblr.com. Thanks for reading, and remember: Above all things -- be a man (or woman)...whatever works.