Late Wednesday night, Powerhouse Hobbs WWE rumors exploded after a report from Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful stated that Hobbs’ AEW deal was set to expire at midnight, with WWE sources believing he is headed to the company.
Further fueling speculation surrounding Powerhouse Hobbs’ future, this week’s episode of AEW Collision was taped immediately following AEW Dynamite in Phoenix, Arizona. SPOILER AHEAD: Hobbs, alongside Samoa Joe and Katsuyori Shibata, lost the AEW Trios Championship to JetSpeed and “Hangman” Adam Page. With Hobbs no longer holding a championship, his exit becomes much easier.
WWE Already Reportedly High on Powerhouse Hobbs
WWE’s interest in Powerhouse Hobbs may not be a new development. Just days before Sean Ross Sapp’s report, Dave Meltzer of WON reported that WWE was high on Powerhouse Hobbs. You can see his explanation below:
While no deal has been confirmed, the timing of those reports has only added momentum to the growing speculation surrounding a potential move to WWE.
Powerhouse Hobbs Reportedly Declined Significant AEW Offer
According to multiple reports, Powerhouse Hobbs was presented with a substantial offer from AEW in an effort to keep him under contract, but he ultimately chose not to accept the deal. Instead, Hobbs is said to have opted to test the open market, a decision that has only intensified speculation about his future and potential interest from WWE. While AEW has not confirmed the details of any offer, the situation suggests Hobbs is at least exploring his options as his contract status comes into focus.
What Happens Next for Powerhouse Hobbs?
With WrestleMania season underway, timing becomes a key factor in any potential move involving Powerhouse Hobbs. WWE is traditionally aggressive during this period, and if Hobbs is indeed a free agent, the company could look to make a statement quickly. While AEW Collision airs on Saturdays and WWE SmackDown broadcasts on Fridays, wrestling history offers an interesting parallel. In the late 1990s, Rick Rude famously appeared on both Raw and WCW Nitro on the same night. While today’s situation is different, it remains theoretically possible that Hobbs could appear on SmackDown one night and Collision the next, should contractual timing allow. Until clarity emerges, Hobbs’ status will remain one of the most closely watched stories as WrestleMania season continues.
