Rob Van Dam wants to run it back with AEW's veteran stars

Van Dam's first few matches in AEW have been tied to the FTW championship. He has shared the ring with Hook on a couple of occasions, but Van Dam has noted that he prefers to work with wrestlers from his generation. He explained how the younger wrestlers have adapted their processes, which can lead to a difference in creative opinion. 

"They change a few things, do a few things that wouldn’t be acceptable before. You know, they’ve adapted. Maybe they’re going to want me to do a couple of moves that I think are stupid, or don’t make sense. I’m going to have to talk them out of it."

Despite his stellar reputation within the industry and his status as a true legend, Van Dam isn't the draw he once was. He can no longer do the flurry of breathtaking moves he once could, but the notion of him taking on Jericho or Copeland would certainly entice the over-30 crowd to tune in. That would be a match born out of nostalgia and could be a strong ratings pull.

AEW has been experiencing stagnation. Its TV ratings and audience are falling, and a potential nostalgia match or run of matches could give the company the jolt it needs to get back on track. Whether Van Dam would be willing to sign a multi-match deal remains to be seen, but his willingness to discuss the concept is certainly encouraging.

After all, you can never have too many legends on your roster.