Top 10 Weakest Wrestlers in WWE History

WWE is not a place for teddy bears who can’t entertain the crowd with strong moves, fierce actions, or exciting words on the mic. However, not every wrestler is the strongest. Some, like R-Truth and The Miz, may not be the best in the ring.

But Stamford-based company keeps them because they provide a lot of entertainment. No doubt, they add a unique element to the show. So, this article will explore the weakest wrestlers who chose to remain in WWE for other purposes.

#10. Adam Rose

Debuting as the leader of The Exotic Express, Adam Rose enjoyed a career that was rather short-lived. His success in the WWE came from competing against other weaker wrestlers such as Damien Sandow and Fandango. In spite of altering his gimmick several times, Rose was unable to solidify his presence in WWE.

#OnThisDayInWWE 10 years ago on #WWERaw:

The Raw debut of Adam Rose

He tells Zeb Colter, "Don't be a lemon – be a rosebud!"

An appalled JBL tells a dancing Michael Cole:"You're as stupid as they are!" pic.twitter.com/Wzdqu4XWal

— On This Day in WWE (@OTD_in_WWE) May 5, 2024

In 2016, Rose was suspended following his arrests, and it would not be a crime to say he was not missed very much. Although Rose has transformed greatly, gaining a whopping 80 pounds, she looks nothing like before.

#9. Eva Marie

The red-head of WWE was rarely seen in the ring, actually wrestling. Eva returned to the main roster of RAW to defend her co-stars from Total Divas against an attack on her face. However, after a hiatus of months, she returned as a heel.

Need Eva Marie back in WWE. ❤💖 pic.twitter.com/hvb1eWaWuc

— Jamie: ☔ (@JamieMoriarty13) November 23, 2023

While the WWE universe waited months for her in-ring debut, she kept faking several reasons to avoid wrestling. Then, she was released shortly after.

Given her weak personality and little to almost no experience in the ring, she is considered one of the weakest wrestlers in WWE women’s division.

#8. Trent Baretta 

Trent Baretta’s poor performance led to his demotion to Superstars, the WWE’s developmental program for the lowest-level performers. WWE used Baretta as an ‘enhancement talent,’ serving as a stepping stone for young wrestlers.

Baretta’s inability to make a significant impact in this industry stemmed from his limited number of fights, most of which he lost. He got into a fight with Tyson Kidd and lost five straight matches. He was released soon after.

#7. Heath Slater

Heath Slater, the only member of 3MB who remained where he had started, faced unfortunate circumstances. Reduced to a jobber status, Slater faced a series of squash matches on the road to RAW 1000. He was badly humiliated in almost all of those.

Heath Slater wants Triple H to reform the NEXUS faction in WWE.

"Listen, WWE, Hunter, think about it, baby. We’re not boys anymore, we’re men. Imagine if we came back. Imagine, just imagine. I can see it. I can definitely see it."

(via MuscleManMalcolm) pic.twitter.com/mQCYeGVj8h

— Wrestlelamia.com (@wrestlelamia) December 8, 2024

Slater, who had almost little to no credibility in singles performances, enjoyed the only highlight of his meager career as a Tag champion with Rhyno. There is not much for Slater in the future unless he can revamp his skills and come back much stronger.

#6. Gillberg

In the absence of the legend Goldberg, WWE introduced a mock version of the Jackhammer-man, Gillberg. Used plainly as humor content, Gillberg would mock everything from Goldberg’s music to gear and entry.

The only difference was Gillberg was not even half as strong as who he mocked. His weak and severely unimpressive performance amplified his longest reign as the Light Heavyweight Champion of all time.

#OnThisDayInWWE 25 years ago on #WWERaw:

The debut of Gillberg!

The chants! The sparklers! The missed spear!

Ultimate Monday Night War behaviour! 😂 pic.twitter.com/nqWauUDg0Y

— On This Day in WWE (@OTD_in_WWE) January 11, 2024

Despite providing comic relief, WWE quickly recognized that they had exhausted their options with one of the weakest wrestlers in WWE. The ‘discount Goldberg’ gimmick was discontinued soon after.

#5. Lana

Since their 2014 main roster debut, the Ravishing Russian has been by the side of the Bulgarian Brute, Rusev. Lana would shout encouraging words as her Bulgarian would ‘crush’ his opponents.

However, her activities came to an end at that point. Lana, the real-life spouse of Rusev, rarely appeared in the wrestling ring. She would sneak out at the first opportunity she had and avoid wrestling at all.

It goes without saying that Lana was an impressive ringside presence, but beyond that, a fumble.

#4. Curt Hawkins

Curt Hawkins had to confront the largest losing streak WWE had seen in the modern era. With 100 consecutive losses, Hawkins was a figure deserving of only sympathy.

However, this did not invalidate his streak; he went on to lose 269 matches, marking the longest losing streak in history. Almost zero in-ring charisma and minimal talent had garnered him a spot among the weakest wrestlers.

Well, hey! @TheCurtHawkins thinks @IAmEliasWWE can be #1…as in the NUMBER ONE guy to LOSE to CURT HAWKINS! #RAW pic.twitter.com/2nl4K1eC8M

— WWE (@WWE) August 21, 2018

He managed to secure a single victory over Dawson, but budget cuts led to his dismissal in the same year.

#3. Santino Marella

‘Cobra,’ the strongest weapon in the otherwise haggard arsenal of Santino Marella, had helped him garner titles and a bit of fame. The pump action hand gesture, designed to resemble a snake, was a “terrifying” finisher that many jobbers fell prey to.

This was the single most successful tool that helped Marella win several championships, including the IC title and the US title. Other than that, he was an odd fellow, known mostly for his shenanigans in the ring to lighten the mood.

Santino Marella is the new Director Of Authority for IMPACT.#HardToKill #ImpactWrestling pic.twitter.com/ezlcj7Z0BL

— 𝐃𝐫𝐚𝐕𝐞𝐧 (@WrestlingCovers) January 14, 2023

He was used against the women to help them go over, given his position as one of the weakest wrestlers. Later on, he was completely removed from television. He is currently the Director of Authority in IMPACT Wrestling

#2. Hornswoggle

Standing at only 4’5″, the success of sports entertainment was beyond the grasp of Hornswoggle. His status was slowly diminishing due to his lack of physical strength and inability to compete with other wrestlers.

Despite having partners such as Finlay and The Great Khali, Hornswoggle lacked actual wrestling skills. They also portrayed Hornswoggle as Vince McMahon’s illegitimate child, a vessel of dark humor.

#OnThisDayInWWE 10 years ago at Extreme Rules:

The iconic WeeLC between Hornswoggle and El Torito

With mini tables, ladders and chairs, referee & ring announcer – and JB Elf, Jerry Smaller and Micro Cole 😂 pic.twitter.com/HnUYAg11R2

— On This Day in WWE (@OTD_in_WWE) May 4, 2024

His overuse of the tiny-explosive, large-boom gimmick made it clear the company had no more use for him. Arguably number 1 among the weakest wrestlers, he was released soon after.

#1. James Ellsworth

James Ellsworth was one of the weakest wrestlers WWE had seen in years. His small size and lack of strength made fans feel sorry for him before he turned bad.

Ellsworth had feuds with big stars like AJ Styles and Dean Ambrose, but he wasn’t strong in the ring. He was too weak for the men’s division, so WWE moved him to the women’s division as a manager.

Sources say that WWE has been in contact with former fan favorite James Ellsworth for a potential return in the upcoming Royal Rumble match.👀

(Via @WrestleOps) pic.twitter.com/rYPp0e4vq5

— WestleVotes ᶠᵃⁿ (@WestleVotes) December 8, 2024

Even in matches, he was mostly dominated by others, and by the time he became a fun factor in the ring, Realizing he wasn’t adding much to the company, Ellsworth was eventually released.