It's time, once again, to rank the WWF superstars. For the unintiated, this is where yours truly decides who is tops in the WWF according to the criteria of ring ability, mic ability, pop, current storyline, and title situation. Feel free to respond, even to challenge my rulings. The previous ranking for each superstar is shown in parenthesis.

This posting is following Armageddon, so these rankings are heavily influenced by the outcome of that PPV.

1. (3) Kurt Angle- I figured Angle might win the Hell in the Cell because it would add an air of legitimacy to his reign. At first it felt like he won against Rocky just to prove that anything is possible in the WWF, then he beat the Undertaker, now he would prevail in the most grueling match ever. However, his blink-and-you-missed-it victory last night seemed like an afterthought.

2. (4) Stone Cold Steve Austin- Any of you who regularly follow this page (and I'm sure there are 3 or 4 of you) know that I'm not the world's biggest Austin fan. But he's really shown me something of late. Before his surgery he was an unmobile, one-move wrestler, unwilling or unable to put other wrestlers over. Now, after his umpteenth surgery, when he has no business put his neck on the line, he's done more than ever. Go figure.

3. (1) The Rock- I think the Rock is the most generous superstar in WWF history. There can be no doubt that he is the #1 man in the biz, probably ever, yet he'll take a backseat so that others (Angle, HHH, Austin, Rikishi) can shine. Maybe he's generous to fault as he slips to #3 in the all-important rankings.

4. (2) HHH- I don't mean to keep harping on this point, but I'm telling you something's not right with this guy's health. Last night was the first time the Game has been in the ring since Survivor Series and he was basically just there to take abuse. Look for him to stay out of the ring in the next month.

5. (6) Rikishi- Falling off the cell will be his big moment, but the super slo-mo replays that are sure to be played over and over will just serve to make the crash mat under the hay in the truck more and more obvious. I'm seeing a feud with the Undertaker in the near future.

6. (5) Undertaker- Anybody notice that there was no footage of that "classic" Hell in the Cell match when Taker took on the Boss Man? It's almost like it never happened.

7. (7) Chris Jericho- This is the problem with using props in live events. Those barrels never looked like they touched Kane. Oh well, it'll sound pretty cool when J.R. and King talk about it with still photos tonight on RAW.

8. (9) Lita- OHMAHGAWD! I...I...Uh...I...humm...I, move to the next one, there are no words to describe how I feel after seeing Smackdown.

9. (11) Mick Foley- He better not leave the WWF. We all know his comedy bits are great, but his recent serious streak has helped illustrate that Foley is not only the best commissioner ever (my apologies to all those Slaughter fans out there) but also one of the best mic-men ever.

10. (-) Vince McMahon- This guy is brilliant. His appearances always stir the pot, he gives the fans what they want (him stunned/rock-bottomed/powerbombed), and he makes for the best laughs on the show. And if you don't agree, then SHUDDUP!!!

11. (8) Chris Benoit- So how does a guy go out and win in a Pay Per View, win a title no less, and then drop three spots in a matter of weeks? He wins the IC title, that's how. Not to disrespect that strap (it's not like it's the European title) but the IC is beneath Benoit at this stage of his career. He's slumming it right now.

12. (10) "The One" Billy Gunn- While the IC is beneath the Wolverine, it is perfect for the One, placing him at the top of the second-tier. He should now have a prolonged feud with Benoit, which should help put him over. It's a nice match- the best damn technical wrestler in the business vs. the best all-around wrestler in the WWF.

13. (12) Kane- Now that this Jericho thing should be done with, will Kane: a) be injured? b) toil in obscurity until another star needs a feud? or c) link up with another so-so star in a half-assed attempt at a tag-team?

14. (18) Hardcore Holly- Aahhh... the feud with Hardcore Holly, the ever important first step in rising up the ranks in the WWF. First step, beat Holly. Next step, European title; then, IC title... you get the picture. Hey! I've just mapped out next year for Raven.

15. (16) William Regal- I honestly don't know if I've ever listed a European title-holder this high before. It's not like I have a new-found respect for the Title (Mideon held it for Christ's sake) it's just that there is such a premium placed on heels that can generate geniune heat and sustain it in this merchandise-sales driven WWF.

16. (14) Chyna- Chyna- "Hey guys I'm back from promoting the WWF, give me a match." "Sure thing, you get to fight Val Venis at Armageddon." "Great, should be easy!" "Yeah, except that you have to lose. Twice."

17. (19) Molly Holly- Who would have thought that a match involving three women (two of which are extremely hot) would fail to achieve climax? Undoubtedly the worst match at Armageddon

18. (15) Steve Blackman- His shtick is getting old and I think the WWF knows it; no Hardcore Championship fight at Armageddon. Look for Holly or Raven to get this strap, then don't look for Blackman for awhile (except on Heat).

19. (-) Trish Stratus- Don't look now, but Trish is becoming a real wrestler (well... "real" is a relative term. Don't forget, one of the greatest superstars ever used a sock as a finishing move). I respect Trish more and more everyday. The only Canadian to lose at Armageddon.

20. (-) Ivory- Just keeping the title warm for Lita (unless Lita does win the Light Heavyweight Title, then Ivory keeps the Women's title so that it doesn't constantly change hands while this Trish vs. Molly feud plays out).

1. (3) Edge and Christian- I knew these guys wouldn't go long without the titles. They'll always have the spotlight, so it only makes sense that they get the gold. The most complete tag-team in the WWF.

2. (5) The Dudley Boyz- Dominated the entire match at Armageddon, they'll get their chance at Edge and Christian soon (probably tonight). I must admit, they fooled me right along with the RTC (that just doesn't happen!).

3. (2) The Hardy Boyz- Matt and Jeff are taking a bit of a backseat while Lita's star is on the rise. I wonder what they have to say about that? (Oh yeah, Matt and Jeff don't speak).

4. (1) The Radikalz- Guerrero falls right off as a singles competitor as he takes one for the team. I wonder if it'll upset him that Benoit has HIS title?

5. (4) Right To Censor- If these guys can censor "Get Rowdy" then I'll sign up!

6. (7)Road Dogg and K-Kwik- You know, I bet that was slated to happen, but WWF fans are such trained monkeys that they've somewhat gotten behind this awful gimmick. Anything to get on TV, I suppose.

7. (6) T&A- Since she's been the star of this team from day one, they decided Trish didn't need to bring along her cronies to Armageddon until it was over. (At that point they were there as punching bags).

8. (9) Too Cool- How the hell did Too Cool gain a position? I've decided the Holly's aren't a tag team, that's how.

9. (-) The Acolytes- I wonder if these guys are really off the shelf or if that was just a guest appearance so that they won't be forgotten.

10. (10) Low Down- Ha! The Acolytes were around for like 5 minutes and they still finish ahead of these guys! (At least the WWF.com has decided to give Chaz a profile).