we keep saying Smack might be in trouble because of Total Slaughter and after thinking about it, it might be true. depending on how it comes off on screen and if they actually continue to do more shows. TS could eclipse URL because they have the name [Eminem] and funding [Eminem] to put on the highest paying battles necessary to get fans interest and more battle rappers would want.
yes, that coupled with the fact smack's content has been lacking lately (subpar audio and video, throw away matches, etc) -- it's clear their days at the top will be over soon.
couple dudes on here have been saying they need to push the PG dudes more, and i do agree. they need to start producing some homegrown talent, however they also need to book a marquee match up on every card to keep people interested.
but there's no way they are gonna be able to compete with shady's bank roll and get a guy like lux, mook or hollow on board at this point. so it's an uphill battle for them from here. as long as they can stay profitable they should continue to be around tho, number 2 (or 3?) league or not.