December 7th 2024.
The start of 2025 is going to be explosive for WWE as they make their debut on Netflix. In preparation for this historic move, the company is making some major changes to their programming including Raw, SmackDown, and NXT. This is all part of a carefully planned "transfer window" to coincide with their partnership with the streaming giant.
Fans are thrilled with the idea, calling it a "genius" way to shake things up in the WWE universe. The move will not only affect the United States, where Raw will now be available on Netflix, but also all over the world as all WWE programming will make the jump to the platform. And with reports of both Raw and SmackDown being extended to three hours, the company is looking to mix things up by rearranging the rosters with the help of three general managers.
During Friday night's broadcast, veteran commentator Michael Cole announced that the general managers of NXT, Raw, and SmackDown will be working together to facilitate talent trades. This was confirmed by Nick Aldis, Adam Pearce, and Ava, who will be overseeing the movement of superstars between shows.
The transfer window has already been referenced by some wrestlers, like Chad Gable during a promo with WWE Champion Cody Rhodes. Other stars such as GUNTHER and Dominik Mysterio have been seen talking to Aldis and Pearce, possibly hinting at some major changes on the horizon. Fans are loving the idea, with many US-based viewers comparing it to college football's "transfer portal."
Meanwhile, fans in Europe and the UK couldn't resist comparing it to the transfer window in football, with some jokingly calling for sports journalist Fabrizio Romano to keep track of all the moves. This transfer window will give WWE the opportunity to reshuffle their rosters, much like the transfer portal in college football.
It's still too early to predict exactly who will be moving in this transfer window, but the backstage interaction between GUNTHER and Aldis at SmackDown has fans speculating that something big could be in the works. If Aldis beats Finn Balor at Saturday Night's Main Event, he could bring the World Heavyweight Championship with him to SmackDown, leaving Raw without a world champion. This could open the door for Cody Rhodes and the Undisputed WWE Title to make its way to the red brand.
Although Netflix will now be the home for Raw, SmackDown, and NXT globally, in the US it will only be the red brand making the move for now. But the first episode on Netflix is already set to be action-packed, possibly featuring the likes of Roman Reigns and members of the Bloodline making the jump. The transfers during this window will also give us a glimpse into WWE's plans for WrestleMania 41 in April.
It's an exciting time for WWE and their fans, and we can't wait to see how these changes will play out. Do you have a story to share about WWE? We'd love to hear from you! Whether it's a celebrity sighting, a video, or pictures, you can get in touch with our entertainment team by emailing us, calling us, or visiting our Submit Stuff page. We can't wait to hear from you!
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