The long-rumored WWE Network show focusing on smaller wrestlers appears to be moving forward, according to the latest Wrestling Observer Newsletter. Dave Meltzer clearly stated that these are tentative plans and the specifics could change by the time the show goes into production, but here’s what we know:

– The 10-episode show will revolve around a tournament featuring indie wrestlers under 205 pounds. Of course, the door would be open for WWE to sign the winner or anybody else that stood out. Production is scheduled to commence this summer.

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– One idea is for the show to feature all unknown indie wrestlers. Another idea is to mix indie standouts with some NXT developmental talent not yet featured on television. The show is already being seen as a vehicle to get over NXT newcomer Manny Andrade (La Sombre).

This is just speculation, but WWE’s growing relationship with EVOLVE could be an indication that we’ll see some WWN talent involved.