20 Possible WWE Royal Rumble 2016 Surprise Entrants

13. Samoa Joe

Samoa Joe's contract is rumored to be as as an NXT-only talent but a spot in the Royal Rumble would allow fans the chance to see Joe in WWE without moving him to the main roster full-time.

An impressive showing and a great crowd reaction could help the powers-that-be change their perception of Joe, but even if not, at worst, it could be another career highlight for Samoe Joe. The WWE would be wise to give Joe that opportunity and see what he does with it.

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