10 Big WWE Returns That Could Happen In 2017
4. Bobby Lashley
Bobby Lashley was getting a huge push in 2007, so his departure from WWE while convalescing from an injury later that year came as a huge shock. Still, the fact that he was unhappy that his then-girlfriend, Kristal Marshall, was fired - as well as rumors that he was underpaid for WrestleMania 23 - made his leaving more understandable, along with the fact that he hasn't been back since.
After leaving WWE, Lashley had a brief stint in TNA, though he began to devote most of his time to MMA. He showed a quick acuity in the sport, and eventually signed with Bellator, paving the way for a return to TNA (both companies were on Spike TV at the time).
Since then, Lashley has been a two-sport superstar, with many fans agreeing that he's been doing the best wrestling work of his career. Lashley has held a host of titles in the company, and reportedly, WWE is interested in signing him when they can. The ball would be in Lashley's court, as he'd likely have to give up MMA to return to the company.