On the December 6 edition of Friday Night SmackDown, a “transfer window” was introduced where stars from all brands would be moving around ahead of WWE Raw’s move to Netflix.
With Chad Gable and Dominik Mysterio being seen on SmackDown, it will be interesting to see which talent will be finding a new home on WWE TV.
Whether it be needing a fresh landscape or establishing star power on Raw for the Netflix premiere, this “transfer window” will be important to cement the rosters for all three brands.
Here are eight new WWE stars to potentially join Monday Night Raw.
8. Tiffany Stratton
Miss Money In The Bank Tiffany Stratton has quickly proven to be one of WWE’s fastest rising stars throughout 2024.
From winning the Women’s Money In The Bank Ladder Match to receiving some loud pops at various events, Stratton has connected with the fans and will only continue to climb the ranks.
“Tiffy Time” making the move to Monday Night Raw will further allow WWE to highlight the 25-year-old star as someone they are invested in.
Being on the flagship show over on Netflix could open the door for Stratton’s eventual cash-in to be seen by more viewers than any Money In The Bank cash-in ever before.
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7. Andrade
Since returning to WWE in the 2024 Men’s Royal Rumble, Andrade has once again shone as an exceptional in-ring performer.
His best-of-seven series with Carmelo Hayes showcased the versatility that the former United States Champion has and reaffirmed his connection with WWE fans.
Andrade joining the Intercontinental Championship scene on Raw will only bring even more bangers in the future.
The former AEW star going against the likes of Sheamus, Ludwig Kaiser and Pete Dunne will be hard hitting clashes that will put a spotlight on the midcard picture on Raw.
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6. Legado Del Fantasma (Santos Escobar, Elektra Lopez, Angel & Berto)
After reestablishing their faction in 2023, Legado Del Fantasma have had a hard time finding their footing in 2024.
Key losses and a lack of TV time has led to Santos Escobar and company feeling like afterthoughts at times on the SmackDown roster.
Los Garza and Elektra Lopez have taken advantage of any opportunities they have been given, but they may be in line for more chances to showcase themselves on Monday Night Raw.
With a possible return to three hours on Netflix, Santos Escobar could become a standout in the Intercontinental Title scene, while the rest of the members will have more shots to separate themselves from the pack on Monday nights.
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5. Oba Femi
At NXT Deadline, Oba Femi made his return to defeat Je’Von Evans, Wes Lee, Nathan Frazer and Ethan Page to win the Men’s Iron Survivor Challenge.
With this win, Femi will now move on to challenge Trick Williams for the NXT Championship on the January 7 New Year’s Evil special from Los Angeles, California.
While Femi could possibly win the top prize on the NXT brand, he still remains the brand’s most attractive prospect who holds the most potential.
The longest reigning NXT North American Champion is an intimidating force with a brilliant blend of size, strength, presence and charisma that could become the newest “next big thing” on Monday Night Raw.
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4. NXT Women’s Champion Roxanne Perez
When it comes to NXT prospects, there may not be another star who screams “can’t miss” quite like Roxanne Perez.
At just 23-years-old, Perez has boatloads of experience and poise that is beyond her years. Since her arrival in WWE, she has won the NXT Women’s Championship twice and the first-ever Women’s Iron Survivor Challenge.
Displaying her ability to play the plucky, underdog babyface and cocky, narcissistic heel, Perez seems ready made for the WWE main roster.
Perez making her way to Raw ahead of the Netflix premiere could signal a future as one of the faces of the WWE women’s division for the next decade.
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3. LA Knight
At WWE Survivor Series, Shinsuke Nakamura defeated LA Knight to win the United States Championship.
While the December 6 SmackDown seemed to indicate Knight will be back on the chase for Nakamura, WWE may think about a new direction for The Megastar.
Knight has become one of the most popular babyfaces in all of WWE, but with the likes of Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton on SmackDown, he still remains out of the main event programs.
Over on Monday Night Raw, Knight has a better opportunity to break through and challenge for the World Heavyweight Title against stars like GUNTHER, CM Punk and Seth Rollins.
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2. WWE Women’s Champion Nia Jax
Nia Jax’s return to WWE has changed the perception of her career and in-ring work.
From having better condition to improved in-ring performances, Jax has proven herself to be a reliable monster heel who can deliver entertaining matches with a variety of opponents.
Jax still has more that she can do on the SmackDown brand, but this “transfer window” may be a way for WWE to put her back on the flagship show.
Becoming the monster for the babyfaces like Rhea Ripley, IYO SKY and Kairi Sane to topple could become the central story for the WWE Raw women’s division as we head to 2025.
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1. Undisputed WWE Champion Cody Rhodes
WWE has done a good job to establish the World Heavyweight Championship as the top prize on Monday Night Raw, but there is nothing like the Undisputed WWE Championship.
For the better part of 60 years, the WWE Championship has been the cornerstone and the most prestigious prize in the entire company, so with the upcoming move to Netflix, it is time for the promotion to cement this.
Moving Cody Rhodes and his title to Raw will put the spotlight firmly back on the championship as the centerpiece for everyone on the roster to pursue.
Rhodes is also one of WWE’s biggest stars and a top merchandise mover. Putting your top talent on Raw ahead of the Netflix move will be crucial to confirm that it is the most important program every week.
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