The latest episode of RAW was a special one, with the return of Bronson Reed, a WWE alum who had left the company earlier this year. As reported by Ringside News in November, there were whispers that Reed’s departure from NXT was not unexpected, and it appears that those rumors were spot on. Reed made his return to the company, interrupting The Miz and Dexter Lumis’ ladder match, sparking speculation about his role in the company moving forward.
According to Fightful’s Sean Sapp, Triple H, the new power player in WWE, had pegged Reed as a “priority hire” when he took over the reins. NJPW, where Reed had been plying his trade, had also wanted to keep him around, but ultimately, WWE secured his services. While NJPW had been hopeful that Reed would stay, WWE’s contract inked Reed as a member of their roster, leaving the door open for him to return to Japan only with WWE’s permission, which has yet to be granted.
Triple H and Bronson Reed (Via WWE/Twitter)
The question on everyone’s mind is what Reed’s future holds in WWE. For now, it appears that he will be teaming up with The Miz, but only time will tell how long that partnership will last. Reed’s second stint in the company is sure to generate excitement among fans, and it will be interesting to see how his return impacts the WWE roster.
Reed’s return also raises questions about his role in the company. Will he be a key player in upcoming storylines, or will he simply be a mid-card talent? His absence had been felt in NXT, and his return could shake things up in the midst of a crowded talent pool. With WWE’s ambition to revamp its brand, Reed’s return could be a crucial piece of the puzzle, but only time will tell.
