At least WWE doesn't have to worry about the Hardcore Championship anymore. That piece of tin changed hands 5 times a night at House Show in 2001-2002. If it was used as a regular title for Jobbers, it would still be cool to have around, but the second the 24/7 stuff got out of control was the kiss of death. Stupid Lita...
I'm hoping this will solve the title lineage question. Of course, knowing WWE, it won't. but one can dream.