MAJOR Update On Expiring AEW Contracts

When AEW's next batch of contracts expire, who is affected, and more...

by Andy H Murray
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Some of the biggest names in All Elite Wrestling may still be working on contracts that expire on 31 December 2021.

Dave Meltzer writes in the latest Wrestling Observer Newsletter that several wrestlers recruited during AEW's first round of signings inked three-year contracts, though Tony Khan has the option of triggering an additional two years on top. This was the case with The Young Bucks' recent contract extensions.

Amongst the wrestlers who fall into this category are Kenny Omega, Cody Rhodes, Brandi Rhodes, 'Hangman' Adam Page, and Chris Jericho.

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While Meltzer expects that every one of those names will be renewed, he is currently unable to confirm further details beyond the fact that several wrestlers in the original group of signings have, indeed, re-upped.

All of the names listed above occupy positions of prominence within the promotion. Omega and Cody are both pushed to main-event level, combining onscreen work with their roles as Executive Vice President positions, while Brandi balances her Chief Brand Officer duties with sporadic televised appearances. Jericho remains among the most visible wrestlers on Dynamite and Rampage, while Page has been World Champion since defeating Omega at Full Gear 2021.

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Andy has been with WhatCulture for six years and is currently WhatCulture's Senior Wrestling Reporter. A writer, presenter, and editor with 10+ years of experience in online media, he has been a sponge for all wrestling knowledge since playing an old Royal Rumble 1992 VHS to ruin in his childhood. Having previously worked for Bleacher Report, Andy specialises in short and long-form writing, video presenting, voiceover acting, and editing, all characterised by expert wrestling knowledge and commentary. Andy is as much a fan of 1985 Jim Crockett Promotions as he is present-day AEW and WWE - just don't make him choose between the two.