The Cabinet (professional wrestling)

The Cabinet was a professional wrestling stable in Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA) that existed from 2005 to 2006. The group was led by Jeff Jarrett and consisted of a rotating cast of wrestlers who aligned themselves with Jarrett and his quest for the NWA World Heavyweight Championship.

History:

The Cabinet was formed out of the remnants of Planet Jarrett, a previous stable led by Jarrett. After Planet Jarrett dissolved, Jarrett continued his pursuit of the NWA World Heavyweight Championship and began to gather allies. The Cabinet's membership fluctuated, but core members included Monty Brown, The Naturals (Andy Douglas and Chase Stevens), and occasionally Eric Young (though Young's loyalty was often suspect).

The stable's primary function was to aid Jarrett in retaining or winning the NWA World Heavyweight Championship through interference and other underhanded tactics. They often feuded with wrestlers who opposed Jarrett, such as Raven, Rhino, and America's Most Wanted.

Key Members:

• Jeff Jarrett (Leader): The central figure and driving force behind The Cabinet. His primary goal was always to hold the NWA World Heavyweight Championship.

• Monty Brown: A powerful and imposing wrestler who served as a key enforcer for The Cabinet.

• The Naturals (Andy Douglas and Chase Stevens): A tag team that provided tag team support and often assisted Jarrett in his matches.

• Eric Young: While often associated with The Cabinet, Young's character was portrayed as somewhat naive and easily manipulated. His allegiance was frequently questioned.

Feuds and Storylines:

The Cabinet was involved in several notable feuds, often revolving around the NWA World Heavyweight Championship. They clashed with various wrestlers who challenged Jarrett's authority or title reign. The group's tactics often involved interference in matches, sneak attacks, and general rule-breaking.

Dissolution:

The Cabinet eventually dissolved as Jarrett's focus shifted and the members went their separate ways. Some members continued to pursue their own individual careers in TNA, while others left the company. The stable's dissolution was not a specific storyline event but rather a gradual fading out as storylines and character alignments changed.

Legacy:

The Cabinet is remembered as one of several heel stables that Jeff Jarrett led in TNA, each with the same core objective: keeping Jarrett in the main event picture and the NWA World Heavyweight Championship around his waist.