So, I have a 970 gtx. I wanted to check out the surround view ability so a few weeks ago I hooked up my 2 monitors and my tv. Configured like so: monitor - 1080 tv - monitor. I loaded world of Warcraft and was pretty impressed that I could run surround across 3 monitors with the GFX on ultra (without AA or crazy shadows) and get good frame rates. I went back to regular single monitor. Yesterday I did it again in the exact same configuration and loaded the game and it was so choppy like 2-6 fps super laggy. I even changed the gfx to low but ... still so laggy it is not playable. no clue why. I tried restarting computer in the same configuration.. no go. the only thing that has changed other than the clothes I was wearing is a game ready update and I don't even think the game was in my system. Anyone else have this issue? thoughts? ideas? should I kill myself?

Let's not take drastic measures! First thing I recommend is reinstalling the latest drivers, you can find them HERE. When you open up the installer select the option for "Custom Installation". On the following page you will see a check box that reads "Perform a Clean Installation", check that box. Proceed with the remainder of the installation how you normally would.
 
Let us know if you are still having the same issues after a clean install of the drivers. I also suggest running the demo version of 3DMark's Firestrike benchmark and sending us the link to the URL it creates of your score after clicking Compare Results. This way we can check for potential issues. You can find the download here: https://www.futuremark.com/support/downloads or on Steam.