Following AEW Dynamite: Maximum Carnage 2026, a new report revealed that Powerhouse Hobbs was leaving All Elite Wrestling with his contract expiring that night.
It was also revealed that Hobbs is expected to be heading to WWE after the company has shown strong interest into the current AEW World Trios Champion.
Looking at the AEW roster, there could be even more talent that might consider following in Hobbs’ footsteps to WWE in the near future.
Here are eight more AEW stars to potentially join Powerhouse Hobbs in WWE.
8. Chris Jericho
Over the past few months, Chris Jericho has been at the center of headlines regarding his future in the pro wrestling industry.
The first ever AEW World Champion’s contract was set to expire at the end of 2025 with many believing that he would head back to WWE.
Considering all the reports about the legend making a comeback soon, Jericho could be on his way to WWE at any point.
With fans expecting his surprise appearance at WWE Royal Rumble 2026, Jericho feels like the most likely huge returning star to show up at the first PLE of the new year from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
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7. Wardlow
Wardlow has been someone who many fans believe should have become a world champion in All Elite Wrestling.
The former three-time TNT Champion has been on the cusp of the main event scene several times during his stint with the company.
After returning at AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door 2025, Wardlow suffered another injury that has sidelined him yet again.
Upon his return to the promotion, it might not be too long before Wardlow decides to leave AEW to explore his options and could show up in WWE next.
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6. Kamille
When she signed with All Elite Wrestling in 2024, many fans believed Kamille was destined for big things in the company.
The former NWA Women’s World Champion was one of the most dominant female stars to ever step foot in the promotion and many thought she could do the same in AEW.
However, Kamille’s initial run in the company was short-lived as her partnership with Mercedes Moné ended abruptly, leading to her being attacked and written off AEW television.
Kamille could make the decision to leave AEW and head to WWE where her size, look and presence might be better suited for that company instead of Tony Khan’s promotion.
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5. HOOK
Since initially making his in-ring debut in December 2021, HOOK has been pegged as a future star for All Elite Wrestling.
The former three-time FTW Champion is still very young in the wrestling business and is only 26 years old.
Despite re-signing with AEW in 2025, it might be time for HOOK to go into a different environment and sign with WWE to further his growth in the business.
HOOK signing with WWE would lead to him heading to the Performance Center where he could become a major star on the NXT brand with his TV presence.
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4. Danhausen
Someone else who has long been rumored to make his way to WWE down the line is Danhausen.
Signing with AEW back in 2022, Danhausen immediately became a merchandise mover for the company despite only making sporadic appearances.
The “Very Nice, Very Evil” star has been an established comedy act who might fit in nicely with WWE NXT.
With his contract expected to expire in the next few months, Danhausen could go on to sign with WWE and become someone who could be a top merchandise seller on the NXT brand.
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3. Anna Jay
Another current AEW star who could sign with WWE down the line is Anna Jay.
Signing with All Elite Wrestling back in 2020, fans have seen Jay go through her growing pains and improve greatly over the past few years.
Considering all of the experience she has garnered in her time with AEW, it might be time for Anna Jay to explore some new directions and could see WWE as a viable option for herself.
As reported in recent months, Jay’s AEW deal is expected to expire soon and could make her way to WWE NXT sooner rather than later.
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2. Private Party (Isiah Kassidy & Marq Quen)
Back in January 2025, Hurt Syndicate’s Bobby Lashley and Shelton Benjamin defeated Private Party to win the AEW World Tag Team Championships.
Following this victory, fans have not seen Isiah Kassidy and Marq Quen on AEW TV for the past year.
This led to reports that WWE had some interest in Private Party for when they become available as their AEW contracts are expected to expire in the near future.
Looking at the current WWE tag team scene, Private Party would offer a new, exciting duo that could bring a whole lot to the company in a significant way.
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1. Dr. Britt Baker, D.M.D.
Signing with All Elite Wrestling in 2019, Dr. Britt Baker, D.M.D was the first female star to sign with the promotion.
Becoming one of the first homegrown stars for the company, Baker has accomplished a lot, including the AEW Women’s World Championship.
With her exceptional talking ability and all of her accomplishments in AEW, Baker is someone who feels like a wonderful fit for what WWE looks for in a star.
Considering her top star status in the AEW women’s scene, it makes a ton of sense if Baker signed with WWE and made an immediate impact on the women’s division on the main roster upon signing.
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