There was recently some fear from AEW fans about the future of one of the most important acts in the company. The contracts of Kenny Omega, Hangman Page & The Young Bucks were all coming to an end later this year, and they all had interest from WWE.
It’s no lie to say that these are four of the most important men in AEW, being men who started the company – but after Cody Rhodes left, there was reason for doubt. However – The Elite remain All Elite, and have signed new contracts.
The Elite Remain All Elite
A press release would be sent out with this news. Speaking with Sports Illustrated, The Young Bucks would confirm everything, with Matt Jackson having the following to say.
We’re literally the ‘E’ in AEW. The Elite are the main characters of this company. No matter how different AEW is now from its original inception, we are the DNA. And if you lose the foundation of your home, it eventually collapses. It’d be a lie if I said that didn’t weigh on us, when making the decision.”
Nick Jackson would continue, adding the following.
“If we’re going to be honest the schedule was a huge part of it. I have a wife and three young children and seeing them as much as possible was a big factor. I’m not going to lie, the money was a huge factor, too. At this point of my life and career, I just couldn’t see myself being on the road half of the year or even more than that. I have so much respect for the guys and girls that are able to do that year after year. We for sure could’ve made memories in WWE, but what’s more important to me is making memories with my family. With the position we’re in, I’ll be able to do that and still make memories in AEW.”
AEW Has Their Foundation Set For The Future
This puts The Elite alongside Jon Moxley as the men who will continue to support AEW into the future, with Moxley signing a five year deal earlier in 2023. AEW will continue to build up new stars in that time, but for now – they have their foundations well built. Dark Order also signed new deals, with Evil Uno saying the following on Twitter.
Dark Order also re-signed. Where’s our press release?
The Elite are in action tonight on Dynamite #200 facing Jeff Jarrett, Jay Lethal & Satnam Singh. Are you glad to see The Elite stick around with AEW? Let us know what you think in the comment section down below.
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