177. Tatanka

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His second run in the WWE was largely uneventful, but when Chris Chavis debuted as Tatanka in the early 90’s, he actually climbed the ladder to near the top of the babyface food chain. For the first year and a half of his career, he never lost a match (at least on television). He scored victories over major stars and even after he suffered his first televised loss (to Ludvig Borga), he was still a near main event player. Tatanka slow decent would come from an ill advised heel turn and he never fit as a member of the Million Dollar Corporation. It wasn’t long before he was used to get others over and he quietly departed the company. Tatanka’s wrestling may have been basic, but it was very effective. Had he remained a face, he could have remained a top star for at least a couple more years.

Should Tatanka be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 54.1%

Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 21.6%

Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 10.8%

No opinion. - 0%

No way! - 13.5%

The Bullet Points

Other Aliases: Chris Chavis (Real Name)
American War Eagle
War Eagle
Billed From: U.S.A. (Pembroke, NC)
Key Championships Held: USWA Heavyweight
Stampede North American Heavyweight
Why they will get in: His first run in the WWE was a very successful one.
Why they won't get in: As successful as it was, he just is not an iconic figure in WWE history
Five Greatest Matches/Moments: 1. Pinned Rick Martel at Wrestlemania VIII (4/5/92)
2. Pinned Shawn Michaels clean on television (1/25/93)
3. Won by count out over Michaels at Wrestlemania IX (4/4/93)
4. Won USWA Heavyweight Title from Jerry Lawler (9/13/93)
5. Pinned Lex Luger at Summer Slam (8/29/94)