WWE might soon make a significant move—potentially for better or worse—as news emerges about Danhausen’s contract status with AEW. As his deal approaches expiry, it’s rumored that Danhausen could be transitioning to WWE, joining former AEW stars Cody Rhodes and Jade Cargill.
Fightful Select recently relayed a WrestleVotes Radio report suggesting WWE insiders are closely watching Danhausen as he nears free agency with his contract ending in February. These insiders believe that Danhausen, known for his quirky, happy-go-lucky “boogeyman” persona, could thrive most in WWE’s NXT brand. It remains unclear if WWE plans to eventually bring him onto the main roster or keep him primarily in NXT for now.
Danhausen has been notably absent from AEW shows since World’s End: Zero Hour 2023 and from Ring of Honor since the ROH Final Battle 2024 event. Sources indicate he requested to have no injury-related extensions added to his contract, which was supposed to end in the summer, yet AEW kept him off television until his contract fully expired. Despite this, Danhausen has stayed active on the independent wrestling circuit, recently winning the FWF Tag Team Titles alongside Bobby Orlando at CAP Wrestling’s 8th Annual Major Pod Holiday Toy Drive.
Danhausen’s distinctive character could pose a creative challenge for WWE, just as it did for AEW. However, financial considerations and his strong merchandise sales support might sway WWE to bring him on board when he becomes available in February.
Fan Take: WWE fans should be excited about the possibility of Danhausen joining NXT, as his unique charisma and character work could bring fresh energy and creativity to the brand. His move also highlights the ongoing competition for talent between major wrestling promotions, which ultimately benefits fans with more diverse and engaging content.
