Professional wrestling fans are abuzz with speculation after AEW World Champion MJF (Maxwell Jacob Friedman) made a surprise reference to WWE’s Kevin Owens on social media, fueling rumors about his future in the industry. The enigmatic wrestler, known for his exceptional mic skills and in-ring talent, has been absent from television and social media since losing his title at AEW Worlds End. His profile was also mysteriously removed from the company’s roster page, sparking rumors about his contract expiration.
MJF’s Instagram story, which featured a picture of Kevin Owens from his Ring of Honor (ROH) days, set tongues wagging about a potential move to WWE. The posting of Owens’ ROH theme has sparked speculation that MJF might be exploring options outside of AEW. Notably, Kevin Owens recently announced that his WWE contract is nearing expiration, leading many to wonder if MJF is sending a message about his own future.
This is not the first time MJF has expressed interest in WWE. Throughout his AEW career, he has frequently referenced the Stamford-based promotion, even going so far as to say he would start a bidding war for his services when his contract expires. Despite no official confirmation, the wrestling community is rife with speculation about MJF’s next move.
Rene Dupree, a veteran wrestler, recently weighed in on the situation during his Cafe de Rene podcast, praising MJF’s exceptional mic skills and in-ring talent. Dupree believes MJF has the potential to succeed in WWE, should he choose to make the switch. While nothing has been confirmed, the cryptic Instagram post has only added fuel to the fire of speculation.
As the wrestling world waits with bated breath, one thing is clear: MJF’s next move will have significant implications for the industry. Will he remain with AEW or make a high-profile jump to WWE? Only time will tell.
