One big thing: AEW’s lucrative contract offers raise eyebrows
All Elite Wrestling (AEW) is making waves with high-value contract offers to top talent, causing a stir in the professional wrestling industry.
The details:
• Swerve Strickland, former AEW World Champion, signed one of the “biggest deals in company history” ahead of AEW All In London.
• Daniel Garcia, who returned at AEW All In London, is expected to stay with AEW despite WWE’s interest.
• WWE insiders reportedly view these contract offers as “bad for the business,” according to Dave Meltzer of Wrestling Observer Newsletter.
Why it matters:
These high-value contracts could shift the balance of power in professional wrestling, potentially escalating a bidding war for top talent between AEW and WWE.
The bigger picture:
• AEW’s willingness to offer substantial contracts demonstrates their commitment to retaining and attracting top-tier talent.
• This strategy could force WWE to reassess their own contract structures and talent acquisition approach.
• The wrestling community is divided, with some praising AEW for “normalizing paying wrestlers what they deserve,” while others worry about long-term industry sustainability.
What they’re saying:
“Normalize paying Wrestlers what they deserve,” tweeted The Maharaja, a sentiment echoed by many fans and industry insiders.
The bottom line:
AEW’s aggressive contract strategy is reshaping the professional wrestling landscape, potentially leading to better compensation for wrestlers across the industry.
What do you think about AEW’s high-value contract offers? Are they good for the wrestlers and the industry, or could they lead to unsustainable competition? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
