With the Royal Rumble 2026 fast approaching in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia this weekend — there could be some big roster moves after the event.
From NXT call-ups to returning veterans and even a brand new face to WWE, there could be some exciting new stars to join the WWE Raw roster on Netflix by next month.
Here are six WWE stars that could be set to join the WWE Raw roster after Royal Rumble 2026.
6. Ethan Page
One NXT star that could be headed for a call-up after this year’s Royal Rumble could be ‘All Ego’ Ethan Page.
With some unfinished business in NXT, Page could certainly find himself joining the WWE Raw roster after an appearance in this year’s titular over the top rope match.
While joining the SmackDown roster and aligning with Chelsea Green on-screen on the blue brand might make sense, there could definitely be a change for Green.
With Ethan Page debuting on WWE Raw, there leaves the potential for a swap in the future that would see the Secret Hervice back on Monday Night Raw.
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5. Brock Lesnar
A frightening force that could be making his way to WWE Raw after the Royal Rumble might be Brock Lesnar.
While Lesnar has previously functioned as a free agent and appeared across brands in step with his unpredictable movements — he could find a permanent home on WWE Raw on Netflix in 2026.
Setting him up for conflict with several top stars on WWE Raw like CM Punk or Bron Breakker, it will be interesting to see who Lesnar ends up feuding with on the Road to WrestleMania 42.
With the potential to possibly face off against GUNTHER at SummerSlam 2026 in Minneapolis, it could be that Lesnar makes his mark on Netflix before retirement.
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4. Powerhouse Hobbs
Potentially set to make this WWE debut in Riyadh in the Royal Rumble match, former AEW star Powerhouse Hobbs.
While it has been rumored that the recently trademarked moniker of Royce Keys planned for him, it could be that the next stop for Keys could be signing to WWE Raw.
Able to make an immediate impact as either a heel or a babyface, Keys could also potentially become the perfect newest addition to The Vision faction.
With plenty of creative possibilities, it would seem that the former AEW Trios and Tag Team Champion Hobbs is poised to have a great fresh start in WWE.
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3. Chris Jericho
The curious case of Chris Jericho continues as the former AEW star has yet to return to WWE despite on-going speculation that the move is all but certain for the Royal Rumble 2026.
While there hasn’t been any confirmation from either camp that Jericho is headed for WWE, it would certainly possible.
With Chris Jericho’s AEW contract reportedly ending at the end of 2025, the legendary star could be a free agent making his massive return at Royal Rumble 2026 and leading to questions.
Able to pick up with big stars on either WWE Raw or SmackDown, it could be curious to see where Jericho ends up but with WWE Raw seemingly likely.
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2. Oba Femi
Already with teaser vignettes airing across both WWE Raw and SmackDown, it could certainly seem likely that Oba Femi will make a debut in the Royal Rumble 2026.
Potentially set to join the WWE Raw roster after the big event, Femi could find himself in immediate conflict with The Vision’s Bron Breakker, Bronson Reed, Logan Paul or perhaps something else entirely.
Making for an amazing new member to the group, it could be that Oba Femi’s debut comes with a major move to WWE Raw.
Already proving his ability to seamlessly work with the likes of Drew McIntyre and Cody Rhodes on SmackDown, Femi could find himself going up against even bigger rivals on WWE Raw.
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1. Paige
A potential surprise return that could pop up in the women’s Royal Rumble could be the return of Paige to WWE.
After departing the company, the inaugural NXT Women’s Champion went on to debut in AEW under her real first name Saraya.
Capturing the AEW Women’s World Championship during her time in the company, fans have continued to speculate that she could make an in-ring return in WWE someday.
With this year’s Royal Rumble being held in Riyadh, it would be amazing to see the nostalgic fan favorite make a big return in 2026.
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