WWE NXT has seen its fair share of debuts throughout 2025 from high profile free agents and up-and-coming talent to stars from other promotions.
From Ricky Saints and Blake Monroe to Sean Legacy and The Vanity Project, these competitors have made the NXT brand must watch because fans never know who will show up.
Looking at the free agency market or talent from WWE Evolve, they are a litany of stars who could be next to arrive on the show in the weeks and months to come.
Here are eight new WWE NXT debuts potentially coming soon.
8. Zayda Steel
In 2025, The Vanity Project’s Jackson Drake and Swipe Right have made their presence known and formed an alliance with current NXT North American Champion Ethan Page.
However, there is much more from the group that has dominated WWE Evolve that has yet to appear on NXT.
One of the standouts from the faction and the WWE ID program has been 21 year old Zayda Steel.
Known as the first ever WWE ID signing, Steel has become a breakout star for the Evolve brand and could add so much to the NXT women’s division.
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7. Keanu Carver
Another star who has been one of the most prominently featured stars on WWE Evolve has been Keanu Carver.
With his intimidating size, power and attitude, Carver has been a force to be reckoned with on the brand and shown why he was viewed as someone to watch from the start of the revival of WWE Evolve.
Carver’s recent targeting of the WWE ID program has placed an even bigger spotlight on himself in a major way.
Keanu could offer a wonderful addition to the men’s division on WWE NXT that desperately needs more talent right now.
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6. Marcus Mathers
The WWE ID program has brought some stellar talent to the company that has been featured on the Evolve brand.
Marcus Mathers has been another standout from the program and has seen him appear for various promotions all around the world.
At just 22 years old, Mathers feels like someone who will be a star to watch over the next few years for WWE.
With his versatility in the ring and continued growth over the past few years, Mathers could become a highlight reel kind of talent on WWE NXT.
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5. Leon Slater
Someone who has made a name for himself by providing some eye popping highlights has been Leon Slater.
“The Moment Maker” has been considered one of the premier young talents in pro wrestling today and has become a star on the rise in TNA Wrestling.
Becoming the youngest X-Division Champion in TNA history, Slater has showcased exactly why many feel he will be the future of the company.
After receiving a stamp of approval from former WWE Champion AJ Styles, it should only be a matter of time before Slater makes his way to NXT especially considering the brand’s relationship with TNA Wrestling.
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4. The Righteous (Vincent & Dutch)
The Righteous have been free agents ever since receiving their release from All Elite Wrestling in May.
Following a two year stint with AEW and Ring of Honor, Vincent and Dutch were able to display why they are so unique and different from every other tag team on television right now.
Having an eccentric persona and a distinct promo style, The Righteous offer something not currently seen in WWE on any brand.
Adding The Righteous to the NXT brand would immediately bolster their tag team division that needs a spark following the departure of Fraxiom earlier this year.
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3. Danhausen
Danhausen has been someone who should have been a star thanks to his charismatic character and ability to move merchandise for AEW.
However, it seems like the company has never been behind the “Very Nice, Very Evil” star since signing with Tony Khan’s promotion in 2022.
Earlier this year, it was revealed that Danhausen’s contract is set to expire later this year.
After being absent from AEW and ROH TV since December 2024, it would make sense for Danhausen to make the move to WWE NXT where his character might be able to translate better than on AEW.
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2. Ace Austin
Ace Austin surprised many fans and pundits in the wrestling world when he announced his exit from TNA Wrestling earlier this year.
After six years with the promotion, Austin has made his presence known thanks to his exceptional in-ring ability and standout performances.
The former three-time TNA X-Division Champion now has a bunch of tantalizing options as any company would benefit from bringing him in right now.
Considering the brand’s partnership with TNA Wrestling, Ace could make the move to WWE NXT where he could immediately become a top star and potential challenger for the top prize on the show.
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1. Private Party (Isiah Kassidy & Marq Quen)
After losing the AEW World Tag Team Championships in January, Private Party have been absent from television throughout 2025.
Isiah Kassidy and Marq Quen were once known as the future of the AEW tag team division, but their reign as champion fell flat and disappointed many fans.
Now that it looks like their time in All Elite Wrestling is winding down, fans could see Private Party make the jump to WWE when their AEW contracts expire later this year.
Private Party feel like a duo that could bring some excitement to the NXT tag team division and become a spotlighted tandem following in the footsteps of the likes of Street Profits, DIY and Fraxiom.
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