Jeff Cobb has arrived in WWE, but he may not be Jeff Cobb. It is possible that a new name for the NJPW/ROH alum is in the works despite being called Cobb during its WWE debut on Backlash.
On May 10, 2025, WWE applied for a trademark “JC Mateo” Under the normal conditions expected for a new moniker. This filing allows WWE to use their names in wrestling performances and other online content centered around the world of sports entertainment.
X fan FKA Twitter believes JC Mateo will become Jeff Cobb’s new name. His original name creates the initials. In the show after the backlash, Big E has called WWE’s latest saps star “the guy who once called Jeff Cobb,” suggesting that even more newer Monica is coming.
At this time, WWE has not confirmed any potential changes, and the WWE.com photo gallery is entitled “.Jeff Cobb attacks La Knight with a shocking debut. “It’s still unclear whether Cobb’s name is here to stay or whether JC Mateo will become known in the future.
