Corey Graves’ heartfelt message and absence from WWE NXT raise questions about his future

Summary

– Corey Graves shared frustrations about his career in an emotional social media post

– PWInsider reported Graves left Orlando ahead of the NXT taping, fueling speculation

– Graves’ comments reflect deeper dissatisfaction after being reassigned to NXT

Once again, Corey Graves has become a talking point following an emotional tweet revealing frustrations about his career. Graves opened up about being told he could no longer wrestle, dedicating himself to commentary, and now facing challenges in his current role.

The tweet came just ahead of WWE NXT, where Graves was expected to appear following the commentary team reshuffle due to WWE Raw’s move to Netflix. However, PWInsider reported that Graves was seen leaving Orlando earlier in the day, confirming his absence from the show.

Graves’ message and his decision to skip NXT tapings have led to speculation about his future. While some expected his return to the main roster in the fall, his recent remarks suggest deeper frustrations about his career trajectory.

Imagine chasing your dream.

Then being TOLD (not deciding) that you’re no longer physically able to pursue your dream.

Then you dedicate your life to something “dream adjacent” and being pretty fucking awesome at it.

And then, when it’s time to enjoy the fruits of your labor,…

— Corey Graves (@WWEGraves) January 14, 2025