WWE Confirms Launch Date for New ‘LFG’ Series and A&E Programming Slate

One Big Thing

WWE’s new competition series “LFG (Legends & Future Greats)” will debut on February 16, 2025, at 8 PM ET on A&E, showcasing WWE hopefuls competing for a spot on NXT.

Key Details

• 16 WWE prospects will compete under guidance from legendary coaches
• Show features mentorship from WWE icons including Undertaker, Booker T, and Mickie James
• Triple H and Shawn Michaels oversee the competition as talent development leaders
• Episodes were taped at the WWE Performance Center

Additional Programming

• “WWE Rivals” returns at 9:30 PM ET, hosted by Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias
• New series “WWE’s Greatest Moments” debuts at 10:30 PM ET with Michael Cole
• A&E partnership includes 180+ hours of content over three years

Why It Matters

This new programming block represents WWE’s biggest expansion into reality-based content, offering fans unprecedented access to:

• Behind-the-scenes training at the Performance Center
• Direct mentorship from WWE legends
• The developmental process for creating new WWE stars

By The Numbers

• 3 new shows launching on A&E
• 16 competitors in LFG
• 180+ hours of content planned
• 3-year programming commitment

What’s Next?

Will this new series create the next breakout WWE superstar? Share your thoughts about which WWE legend you’re most excited to see as a coach in the comments below.