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It was December 1997 when WWE chairman Vince McMahon ushered in a new era for Monday Night Raw -- an Attitude Era, if you will -- by declaring Raw as the cure for the common show in a memorable promo.While its unlikely in todays PG-era that WWE will announce a similar turn into a more adult-oriented product as it did nearly 20 years ago when competition with rival WCW was at its peak in the Monday Night Wars, Raw has found itself at a point of stagnancy in recent weeks.The WWEs flagship show has battled wild bouts of inconsistency in the seven?weeks since SummerSlam, effectively slipping to B-show status opposite in-house rival SmackDown Live in the court of public opinion.This weeks Raw wasnt groundbreaking by any means, nor will it stand out as being memorable for any one specific reason. But it was fast-paced and consistent just the same, with what might be called the cure for the common Raw proving to be a justifiably gratuitous use of its two most entertaining figures of late.WWE did well to build the majority of the episode around the budding (with teases toward potentially volatile) friendship between Universal champion Kevin Owens and Chris Jericho. The heel pairing has provided Raw with many of its top moments in recent weeks, from lengthy in-ring dialogue to quick-hitting backstage comedy and strong main event matches.Monday night was no different, with the duo making multiple appearances throughout the episode, building toward a main event match between Jericho and Seth Rollins. WWE did well to hold the attention of viewers by creating the stipulation that a victory by Jericho would add his name to the title match between Owens and Rollins at the Hell in a Cell pay-per-view on Oct. 30.In the end, Rollins proved victorious in an entertaining match, which kept the loosening threads of friendship between Owens and Jericho intact. But there was enough attention to detail in the storyline throughout -- including Owens deciding against coming to Jerichos aide as the episode concluded -- to plant seeds for the future.Ultimately, thats all that viewers want: for the dots to connect and the storyline of each feud to progress at a steady rate. If anything, fans dont want to feel like their time invested -- and in this day and age for WWE, that involves upwards of 10 hours each week -- was spent in vain.Major events like surprise title changes or celebrity drop-ins can serve as rewards for fans who make Raw a cant-miss staple of their television week, but they should never become the foundation.This weeks Raw went back to the basics of building storylines organically while sprinkling in the extra flavor of teases toward potential turns. It might not have helped to provide an episode that instantly will spike ratings or light up social media, but it helps build toward consistency -- which is exactly what Raw has lacked.Hits and missesIts becoming redundant to mention each week how Jericho, closing in on 46, only seems to be improving during his current renaissance, particularly in terms of his comedy. But heres to hoping WWE has no plans of shutting down The List of Jericho gimmick any time soon, even to the point of being played out. Its working, so might as well let it ride.In what can prove to be tricky execution, give WWE credit for effectively intertwining the feuds of both Sasha Banks-Charlotte and Roman Reigns-Rusev to the tune of a strong opening segment and an entertaining mixed tag-team match later in the show.There was a strong level of attention to detail throughout, including fun banter between Charlotte and Rusev early on, which escalated into a backstage argument between Charlotte and Lana later on. The segment also exposed the strong chemistry, both backstage and inside the ring after their victory, between Banks and Reigns, which drew a large babyface pop from the Oakland crowd. Should the company insist on keeping both characters away from a heel turn, pairing them together when it makes sense could do a lot for their respective approval ratings.Its hard to imagine how the eventual payoff of a pay-per-view rematch between Brock Lesnar and Goldberg could possibly live up to the expectations that most fans would have in their heads. After all, Goldberg is 49, and despite staying fit with MMA training, he hasnt been anywhere near a wrestling ring since his 2004 departure from WWE. But the buzz that would accompany the storyline -- provided Goldberg actually announces his return next week on Raw -- should do well to spice up the intensity on Monday nights. It would also bring about the weekly return of Lesnar advocate Paul Heyman to a place he belongs as a centerpiece on Raw.Heyman delivered a strong promo on Monday, issuing a challenge from Lesnar in response to Goldbergs comments last week on Off The Top Rope with Jonathan Coachman.?It was a reminder of just how once-in-a-lifetime Heymans ability to cut a promo truly is, and how WWEs new generation of superstars simply dont come close. It also exposed the biggest drawback in Lesnars part-time schedule -- the fact that Heyman disappears along with him. Being a Paul Heyman guy means something and WWE fails to take full advantage of Heymans talent by not aligning him with more superstars.Booking my flight to answer that big mouth @HeymanHustles challenge next week in person on #MondayNightRaw #WhosNext? #seeyathere @WWE- Bill Goldberg (@Goldberg) October 11, 2016It was great to see The New Day return to operating at their comedic best for the second straight week before the start of Kofi Kingstons singles match against Cesaro. Not only did Kingston score points for his Full House reference in front of the Bay Area crowd, Big E was hilarious in pulling cereal from his singlet and tossing into the crowd. The match also produced an interesting experiment when Sheamus, showing just how disinterested he was in Cesaros match, sat against the ring post and recorded a Facebook Live video in real time. While the payoff in this case wasnt substantial, the WWE just might be onto something here for the future.Mick Foleys plaid suit was, well, something. At the very least, he stayed in character by wearing red and black.Sin Caras official move to the cruiserweight division made plenty of sense given his in-ring style, and he looked strong in his debut on Monday, teaming with Lince Dorado to defeat Drew Gulak and Tony Nese. Not only does Sin Cara provide a proven veteran presence, it would only seem to make sense for Neville and Kalisto (who currently competes on SmackDown Live) to follow his lead.The rebranding of Bo Dallas isnt going anywhere, from the political sign he carries to his nonsensical rhyming. Its time for the one idea that makes sense above all. (Yes, that idea.) Let him join his real-life brother Bray Wyatt as a member of Wyatt Family, where the creepiness of his character will be at home. Who knows? Combining their creative forces and natural charisma could prove to bring out the very best in both of them.It might have only been a few minutes long, but the locker room segment between WWE cruiserweight champion T.J. Perkins and veteran heel Brian Kendrick was incredibly effective at outlining the essence of their respective characters. Perkins counter right hand that knocked Kendrick down was the perfect exclamation pointGreat call by WWE for allowing Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson a chance to beat down Enzo Amore and Big Cass, thus further establishing the viciousness of their characters. The unprovoked attack was complete with Gallows yelling that the games are over. It has been talked about at length how The Clubs unsatisfying feud with The New Day failed to present them in the proper light. Consider Mondays appearance a return to the style that makes them so good.Move of the nightCruiserweight Lince Dorados shooting star press off the top rope onto Drew Gulak, helping lift himself and teammate Sin Cara to victory in their tag-team match, was a thing to behold.PICTURE PERFECT #ShootingStarPress from @LuchadorLD as he and @SinCaraWWE pick up the win on #RAW! pic.twitter.com/3mP3E2pEQe- WWE (@WWE) October 11, 2016Line of the nightFirst thing [Curtis] Axel needs to concentrate on is getting rid of those cargo shorts. Its 2016 and thats unacceptable. -- Raw commentator Corey GravesAnthony Sherman Youth Jersey . Capitals head coach Adam Oates said Ovechkin was injured in the first period against the Vancouver Canucks on Monday and clarified it was not a head injury. Len Dawson Chiefs Jersey .25 million option on reliever Jose Veras. http://www.thechiefsshoponline.com/Youth-frank-clark-chiefs-jersey/ . -- Edmontons Val Sweeting is two wins away from a trip to Winnipeg to play in Canadas Road of the Rings in December. Khalen Saunders Womens Jersey . -- Quarterback Will Finch threw for 252 yards and three touchdowns, and Yannick Harou rushed in two scores as the No. Frank Clark Jersey . No. 13-seeded John Isner and No. 21 Philipp Kohlschreiber were among six players who dropped out of the tournament on Tuesday, joining No. 12 seed Tommy Haas and two other players who withdrew on Monday.Some of the sports stories The Associated Press is covering Saturday. A full Sports Digest will be sent by about 3 p.m. All times EST:- NEW YORK -- ACC quarterbacks Lamar Jackson of Louisville and Deshaun Watson of Clemson are the favorites to win the Heisman Trophy. Announcement about 8:50 p.m.- BALTIMORE -- Navy puts its 14-game winning streak on the line against rival Army in a series dating to 1890. President-elect Donald Trump is to attend. Game starts 3 p.m.- NFL showdown time: Houston at Indianapolis, both sharing first with Tennessee in the AFC South; and Dallas at New York, with the Cowboys able to nail down the NFC East and more by beating the Giants.- A look at the remaining candidates and complicated clinching scenarios for the NFL playoffs, with the fourth quarter of the 2016 season having just begun.- MOSCOW -- The former head of the Moscow anti-doping lab is the star witness for the investigator whose report accused Russia of operating a state-backed doping program.- The new chair of Russias revamped anti-doping agency is Yelena Isinbayeva, the pole vault great who has spent the past year thumbing her nose at all the evidence.- CLEVELAND -- The Cleveland Cavaliers try to extend their winning streak to four when they host the Charlotte Hornets in a game between division leaders. Game starts 7:30 p.m.- MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- The Golden State Warriors, with the NBAs best record at 20-3, go for their fifth straight victory when they play the Grizzlies. Memphis has won five in a row. Game starts 8 p.m.- TORONTO -- Toronto FC, led by midfielder Sebastian Giovinco, hosts a Seattle Sounders team that made an improbable run to the MLS Cup title game.dddddddddddd Game starts 8 p.m.- HOUSTON -- Stanford looks to repeat as national champion when the Cardinal meet Wake Forest in the title game of the College Cup on Sunday. UPCOMING: 600 words, photos by 5 p.m.- Notable mens college basketball games: No. 1 Villanova-No. 23 Notre Dame (noon); No. 2 UCLA-Michigan (8 p.m.); No. 16 Butler-No. 22 Cincinnati (4:30 p.m.).- KNOXVILLE, Tenn. -- Traditional womens basketball powers Tennessee and Texas are struggling heading into Sundays game in Austin, Texas.- SESTRIERE, Italy -- Tessa Worley wins her second straight World Cup giant slalom after first-run leader Mikaela Shiffrin struggles in her second trip down the 2006 Turin Olympics course and finishes sixth.- VAL DISERE, France -- Frances Alexis Pinturault overcomes a hand injury on an icy course to win another World Cup giant slalom, heightening the pressure on Austrian rival Marcel Hirscher.- MARSEILLE, France -- Russian teen Evgenia Medvedeva is favored to keep her Grand Prix Final title. On the mens side, Japans Yuzuru Hanyu is on course for a fourth straight title in this competition.- MANCHESTER, England -- Unbeaten Anthony Joshua of Britain makes the second defense of his IBF heavyweight belt when he faces Eric Molina of the U.S.- LOS ANGELES -- Argentinas Jesus Cuellar defends his WBA featherweight title against former three-division champion Abner Mares. ' ' '