The January 5 edition of WWE Raw has shaped up to be one of the most anticipated episodes of the company’s programming in quite some time.
Coming off the heels of the January 2 SmackDown, there could be some major debuts from stars making their arrival on the red brand similar to what was seen on Friday night’s show.
Looking at the NXT roster, there are some significant names that could make the move to the WWE main roster and shape how Monday Night Raw will look moving forward.
Here are seven potential debuts on the first WWE Raw of 2026.
7. Ethan Page
One WWE NXT star who has not been a stranger to the main roster scene is Ethan Page.
Ever since signing with WWE, Page has established himself as a top star for the NXT brand and is the current NXT North American Champion.
“All Ego” is someone who has the charisma, mic skills and in-ring ability that should make him a star that could make a smooth transition to the WWE main roster.
Heading to Monday Night Raw, Ethan Page could be an effective heel on the brand that could feud several of the top babyfaces like CM Punk, LA Knight or Jey Uso.
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6. Sol Ruca
At the December 13 edition of WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event, Sol Ruca defeated Bayley in singles competition.
Becoming one of the most popular stars on the NXT brand, Ruca has displayed her amazing high flying ability and connection with the fans in a significant way.
After scoring a victory over a former WWE Women’s Champion, Ruca could be next in line to make the jump to the main roster in the new year.
Sol Ruca debuting on WWE Raw could continue to bolster the women’s division with a potential breakout star in the near future.
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5. ZARIA
Speaking of Sol Ruca, her tag team partner ZARIA has been someone else that fans have stated could make a similar move to the main roster.
With her unique look and impressive size, ZARIA is someone who came into WWE NXT with plenty of potential.
Since arriving, the Australian star has formed a tag team with Sol Ruca that has become one of the most popular female tandems seen on the NXT brand.
If Sol Ruca is making the move to the main roster, ZARIA should follow and bring their partnership to WWE Raw where they can mix it up with the likes of the Kabuki Warriors and the duo of Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY.
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4. Blake Monroe
Back in June 2025, Blake Monroe made her WWE debut and has since become a rising star on the NXT brand.
The former Mariah May has been an undeniable talent for years stemming from her time in STARDOM and All Elite Wrestling.
After losing the NXT Women’s North American Championship to Thea Hail, it would not be out of the realm of possibility to see Monroe get an early main roster call-up.
Monroe debuting on the January 5 WWE Raw would be a surprise that could send some shockwaves throughout the women’s division where it shouldn’t take much time before she is mixing it up with the top stars, such as Stephanie Vaquer and Bayley.
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3. Fatal Influence (Jacy Jayne, Fallon Henley & Lainey Reid)
Fatal Influence has become one of the most dominant and prominent stables in all of WWE NXT since forming in 2024.
The group consisting of Jacy Jayne, Fallon Henley and Lainey Reid have undergone changes and evolved into a dominant force holding most of the gold in NXT.
With Jayne holding the NXT Women’s Championship and Henley the current WWE Speed Women’s Champion, fans could see this faction make their main roster debut sooner rather than later.
Fatal Influence making their debut on the main roster on the January 5 WWE Raw would cause some ripple effects in the women’s scene where they could become a threat to both the WWE Women’s World and Women’s Tag Team Championships.
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2. Oba Femi
Back at the December 13 WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event, Oba Femi made his presence felt when he went one-on-one with the Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes.
Despite this bout not having a decisive conclusion, there was no doubt that Femi was going to be someone to watch for years to come.
Only three years since his debut on WWE NXT, no one has been as dominant as “The Ruler” who has run roughshod throughout the entire brand.
After weeks of vignettes airing on both brands, the January 5 WWE Raw could see Femi make his official main roster debut and bring this level of dominance to the red brand moving forward.
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1. Je’Von Evans
Over the past few weeks, fans have seen Je’Von Evans making his presence known on WWE Raw with several appearances.
Being seen speaking with Raw GM Adam Pearce backstage, it is clear that Evans has been seen as a highly touted free agent from the NXT brand.
Considering how much he has appeared on Monday nights, Evans should be making his way to WWE Raw when the time is right for him to make the jump to the main roster.
Making things official, the January 5 WWE Raw could finally see “The Young OG” signing a contract with the brand, becoming one of the future breakout stars on Mondays.
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