Mickie James' Backstage Attitude Issues, Reason For WWE Cuts

Partial Source: The Wrestling Observer Newsletter

? Add more fuel to the speculation fire regarding the role Mickie James' alleged attitude problems played in spurring her WWE release. According to sources, James had a reputation for showing "true diva" behavior backstage. It was reportedly a big issue, with one source claiming it was the kind of problem that should have been addressed a long time ago.

? Regarding the recent round of talent cuts, WWE wasn't budget-cutting but rather subtracting wrestlers from the roster because of a number of new roster additions. The feeling is cuts were imminent since several wrestlers from NXT, and a few others from Florida Championship Wrestling not put on NXT, are scheduled to start on RAW or SmackDown! soon.