THE BIG GUY told us this was coming days ago while plugging upcoming projects he has in the works but it went official today: he’s officially done with WWE. The company posted its standard statement when any performer leaves the promotion:
Effective today, Aug. 8, 2016, WWE has parted ways with Ryback and he is no longer under contract. WWE wishes Ryback the best in all his future endeavors.
Ryback’s time with WWE dates all the way back to 2004 when he was a contestant on the fourth season of Tough Enough. He worked his way through the developmental system and broke onto the scene on the main roster as a member of Nexus. An injury ended that run and led to his being repackaged as the hungry madman you know and love today.
Now, he’s a free agent and may be appearing at a local independent event near you.
Feed him more.