As reported earlier today, Braun Strowman was among many WWE releases today.

In a report from Fightful Select, the terms of Strowman's contract may have played a part in his release. The report reveals that while Strowman’s release was a surprise to the WWE Universe some internally were not shocked. 

Strowman was reportedly on a deal of around $1 million a year.

He had been with the company since 2013.