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WWE News: Was the WWE Aware of Swagger's Weed Problem?

Posted: Feb 21st 2013 By: mikeiles

Apparently, Tuesday night was not the first time Jack Swagger had his wrist slapped for smoking marijuana.

In fact, his previous dealings with the drug not only cost him money but a previous main-event push.

According to WrestlingNewsWorld.com:

We?re told Jack Swagger smoking marijuana is not news to the WWE office.

Sources indicate Swagger has tested positive for grass before and had the fine deducted from his downside guarantee. He even had push once derailed due to positive tests that also carried behavioral issues. Under the WWE Wellness Policy (section 15B), a positive test for marijuana carries a $2500 fine but no suspension, strike or public acknowledgement.

Ultimately, I think it's safe to say that the public opinion of marijuana differs depending on who you talk to. However, it seems that the popular opinion is that weed is no big deal and should not be illegal. That being said, can the WWE afford to have the same opinion about the drug?

The fact is the company prides itself on its Wellness Policy. So, to me if you want people to take this policy seriously, pot needs to come with more of a punishment. Keep in mind; I am not one of those establishment guys that feels like everyone should be punished for everything. However, I do feel that using something that can alter ones performance should come with a strict punishment.

Let's face it; we are talking about a form of entertainment, which involves two or more people fully trusting in each other?s abilities.

Yes, Swagger partook in the drug after hours, but who is to say that he wouldn't do it before a match?

In the end, if the WWE is serious about its Wellness Policy, it needs to follow up on cases like Swagger's in order to ensure its stars don't make headlines for drug or alcohol issues.