WWE SmackDown has seen some memorable arrivals on the brand over the past year.
From JC Mateo to Rey Fenix, these talents have added plenty of necessary depth to every division on the show.
Looking over at the NXT brand, there are several stars who have more than proven themselves to be ready for the main roster spotlight in the near future.
Here are eight potential debuts on WWE SmackDown.
8. Tony D’Angelo
On the July 29 edition of WWE NXT, Tony D’Angelo was seen seated alone at his restaurant before a dark shadow casted over him before the screen faded to black.
“The Don of NXT” was able to achieve nearly every accomplishment available to him during his four year run on the brand.
After closing the book on The D’Angelo Family, it feels like the right time for the former NXT North American Champion to make the move to the main roster.
Tony D debuting on WWE SmackDown should offer him some fresh opportunities for “The Don” to explore on the blue brand.
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7. Lola Vice
Ever since signing with WWE in 2022, Lola Vice has been viewed as someone who will one day be tailor made for the main roster.
With her MMA background, Vice has showcased herself to be a more than capable performer who could be counted on in the ring, on the mic and as a character.
After showcasing everything she can offer on NXT and even in recent appearances in Lucha Libre AAA, Lola could be ready for the next step in her career.
Making a move to the SmackDown brand, Vice could be a wonderful addition to the women’s division that is still being rebuilt at this time.
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6. Lash Legend
At WWE Evolution 2025, Lash Legend was one of the standout performers during the number one contenders battle royal.
Eliminating both Nia Jax and Nikki Bella, Legend displayed herself to be a star on the rise that could shine on the WWE main roster.
“The Boujee Bully” has the size, strength and look that should help her stand out on the WWE SmackDown brand.
Bringing her feud with Jax to the main roster programming, Lash could be a force to be reckoned with on the SmackDown women’s division moving forward.
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5. Jaida Parker
Another WWE NXT star who had a memorable performance in the number one contenders battle royal at Evolution 2025 was Jaida Parker.
The 26 year old star has been one of the premier talents in the NXT women’s division for the past three years since signing with WWE.
With undeniable charisma and a hard hitting style, Parker has been pegged as someone WWE see a bright future in.
Jaida brings so many skills to the table that might be able to shine even more on the WWE SmackDown brand than on NXT.
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4. Lance Anoa’i
In the summer of 2024, Lance Anoa’i signed with WWE after a near-15 year career for several different promotions.
Sidelined with an undisclosed injury, Anoa’i has yet to make his WWE debut since signing with the company last year.
The son of Samu of The Headshrinkers has the pedigree and legacy of the Anoa’i family dynasty that could give him an immediate spot on the SmackDown roster.
Lance debuting on WWE SmackDown and joining forces with The MFTs could be just what he needs to get the biggest push of his career.
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3. Fatal Influence (Jacy Jayne, Fallon Henley & Jazmyn Nyx)
In 2025, Fatal Influence has gone from strength to strength over on the WWE NXT brand and TNA Wrestling.
Starting with Fallon Henley holding the NXT Women’s North American Championship, the group would lose that title and eventually led to Jacy Jayne defeating Stephanie Vaquer to win the NXT Women’s Championship.
Becoming a double champion, Jayne recently beat Masha Slamovich to also become the new TNA Knockouts World Champion.
After more than proving themselves on NXT and TNA, Jayne, Henley and Jazmyn Nyx could make their way over to SmackDown where they would bolster the women’s division immediately.
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2. Trick Williams
In 2024, Trick Williams grabbed a bunch of attention by receiving huge pops every time he showed up on the SmackDown brand.
The former two-time NXT Champion has become one of the cornerstones of the brand and now gone on to become a top star for a different promotion.
Becoming the TNA World Champion, Williams has developed into one of the most entertaining heels in the wrestling business today.
Trick finally getting called up to the WWE SmackDown brand could lead to a potential reunion with Carmelo Hayes or mixing it up with the top talent like Randy Orton and Drew McIntyre.
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1. Ricky Saints
When Ricky Saints made his WWE debut in February, many fans believed he would immediately head to the main roster.
In just a month, Saints won the NXT North American Champion and became one of the top stars on the entire brand.
The former AEW star has displayed his extraordinary talking ability and underrated in-ring skills since arriving on WWE NXT earlier this year.
Ricky debuting on WWE SmackDown could see him finally align with his real life friend and former AEW peer Cody Rhodes in a significant role moving forward.
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