Still on the horizon for WWE SmackDown – the addition of brand new stars debuting on the blue brand.
While some may arrive from outside the company, others are likely set to graduate from NXT to main roster competition.
Here are five WWE SmackDown debuts that could be coming soon.
5. Jeff Cobb
One potential new addition to the SmackDown roster could be coming from outside the company entirely.
Although he has made appearances on AEW Dynamite in the past, it seems as though former NJPW star Jeff Cobb is poised to join WWE.
The three-time IWGP Tag Team Champion is reportedly WWE bound, making a potential arrival on SmackDown entirely possible.
While Cobb himself has taken to social media to tease both ‘retirement’ and looking forward to his next moves, the red herring could make it even more likely that Cobb will appear sooner rather than later.
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4. ‘All Ego’ Ethan Page
While he has not been in NXT very long, it’s possible that ‘All Ego’ Ethan Page is headed for the main roster already.
The professional wrestling veteran has certainly demonstrated his in-ring and backstage acting skills since arriving in NXT in May 2024.
Whether or not his call-up comes by way of an upcoming WWE Draft or simply arriving on SmackDown, Ethan Page would be a great addition to the blue brand.
It would also be an added bonus if Ricky Saints is immediately called up to the same brand as Ethan Page to continue their feud on the main roster.
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3. Mariah May
Despite coming off the heels of a multi-year storyline at the top of the women’s division in AEW, speculation persists that Mariah May is WWE bound.
Rumors continue to swirl that not only is Mariah May considering departing AEW when her contract ends within the next few months, but also that she may be signing with WWE.
After her ‘Hollywood Ending’ match against Timeless Toni Storm, May has disappeared from AEW TV.
She has yet to confirm anything, but it certainly seems to be a ‘where there’s smoke, there’s fire’ situation.
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2. Hikuleo
Despite reportedly signing with WWE in July 2024, Hikuleo has yet to debut on either NXT or the main roster.
Since Tama Tonga and Tonga Loa are out of action due to injury, and Jacob Fatu and Solo Sikoa on shaky ground, the former NJPW Strong Tag Team Champion would be the perfect addition to SmackDown.
While he was billed at being 6’8″ and over 260 pounds in NJPW, the son of Haku – who appeared to congratulate Jacob Fatu after his WrestleMania 41 win – could be Fatu’s enforcer.
The latest iteration of the Bloodline seems poised to add a new member, and Hikuleo’s arrival could be sooner rather than later.
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1. Fallon Henley
Another likely NXT call-up that could make a debut on WWE SmackDown is Fallon Henley.
With her Fatal Influence teammates Jazmyn Nyx and Jacy Jayne seemingly turning against her, Henley could use the growing betrayal to launch her into a main roster story.
Last year’s WWE Draft led to the call-up of Henley’s former NXT Tag Team Championship partner Kiana James. James unfortunately would go on to suffer an injury, but is reportedly nearing a return.
Reuniting this pair on the main roster would be a great way to not only debut Fallon Henley, but also to re-introduce Kiana James, as their pairing was an enjoyable one in NXT.
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