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Report: TNA Showing Interest In Multiple Former Wyatt Sicks Members

TNA Wrestling is reportedly exploring the possibility of adding several former WWE stars to its roster.

According to The Takedown on SI, the promotion has expressed serious interest in multiple former members of the Wyatt Sicks faction, though it remains unclear whether any deals have been finalized.

The report indicates that talents linked to TNA’s interest include Taylor Rotunda (Uncle Howdy), Joseph Sawyer (Joe Gacy), Samuel Shaw (Dexter Lumis), and Erick Redbeard (Erick Rowan). However, it has not been confirmed which, if any, of those names are actively being pursued.

Any additions from that group would provide an immediate boost to TNA’s roster, particularly its tag team division. Sources cited in the report noted there is optimism within the company about the impact former Wyatt Sicks members could have if agreements are reached.

The Wyatt Sicks became one of WWE’s most talked-about acts following their debut as a tribute to the late Bray Wyatt. Since the group’s reported departures from WWE, speculation has continued regarding where its members might surface next.

For now, TNA’s reported interest appears to be just that—interest. No signings have been confirmed, but the situation is one to watch as the promotion continues evaluating potential additions to its roster.

WWE Reportedly Re-Signs Erick Rowan

WWE star Bray Wyatt’s passing hit the wrestling world hard, especially since he was reportedly close to being medically cleared, and fans have theorized that Wyatt’s brother, Bo Dallas (who played the mysterious “Uncle Howdy” during Wyatt’s final run) could continue Wyatt’s stories. This speculation only grew louder after the WWE documentary based on Wyatt’s life, “Becoming Immortal,” seemed to tease a continuation of his story, and now, a report from PWInsider Elite suggests WWE has re-signed original Wyatt Family member Erick Rowan. The move is not completely unexpected, having been foreshadowed by Rowan pulling out of an independent show due to “contractual obligations” two weeks ago.

Rowan is best known for his lengthy tenure in the Wyatt Family alongside the late Brodie Lee (Luke Harper) and Braun Strowman, who came in later. Rowan and Lee won tag team championships both in “WWE NXT” and on the main roster, but Lee was released back December 2019, and after a brief storyline (and second tag title run) with Bryan Danielson (aka Daniel Bryan) Rowan followed Lee out the door in April 2020.

Interestingly, Braun Strowman recently returned from injury just in time for the Draft, where he came to the aid of Jey Uso and got in the face of NFL star Patrick Mahomes. Fans have speculated that WWE could use Wyatt-centric supporting characters like Rowan and Strowman to make form a new faction led by Dallas. If this is the case, such a faction could also be a vehicle for re-introducing Alexa Bliss after she returns from maternity leave, and free agent Matt Hardy has also expressed interest. Meanwhile, WWE has been reusing flashing QR codes again, much like they did when they teased Wyatt’s 2022 return in the notorious “White Rabbit” storyline; these codes are reportedly indicative of Dallas’ return, with or without the Uncle Howdy costume.

Source: Wrestling Inc.

Erick Rowan Believed To Be Returning WWE

Erick Redbeard, previously known as Erick Rowan, sparked discussions among fans when it was revealed that he had withdrawn from various independent bookings, including one for East Coast Pro Wrestling (ECPW). The reason cited was “new contractual obligations,” leading to speculation that he might be returning to WWE.

Later reports indicated that Rowan had been in Pittsburgh recently, a common city where WWE sends talent for medical evaluations before signing them.

This has caused fans to speculate Rowan is returning to WWE to be aligned with Bo Dallas when he portrays Uncle Howdy. Dave Meltzer reported the following in the Wrestling Observer Newsletter:

“Joseph Ruud, 42, who has been wrestling on indies as Erick Redbeard, but best known as Erick Rowan, pulled out of all his upcoming dates citing signing a new contract that would prevent appearing. The natural speculation would be WWE, with the idea of a connection with the returning Bo Dallas. WWE did not confirm that as they wouldn’t officially but within the company there was that expectation.”