WATCH: Cody Rhodes drops major BOMBSHELL about Jey Uso’s future in WWE

Jey Uso returned to WWE at Payback as Cody Rhodes announced him to be the newest member of the RAW roster during the Grayson Waller Effect.

WATCH: Cody Rhodes drops major BOMBSHELL about Jey Uso’s future in WWE

Cody Rhodes and Jey Uso(via WWE)

The Grayson Waller Effect with Cody Rhodes was a fun segment at Payback. Earlier, WWE announced that Cody would be making a huge announcement. Therefore, Grayson Waller straightaway asked him what it was. The American Nightmare then proceeded to praise the host. However, Cody Rhodes dropped a bombshell with a huge announcement, leaving fans in awe.

Rhodes talked about how things were going on SmackDown, claiming he was unhappy. Afterward, he made a shocking announcement and revealed the newest member of the RAW roster, Jey Uso. The PPG Paints Arena came unglued at this as Jey made his entrance to a thunderous reaction. A few weeks earlier, the former Bloodline member announced he was leaving the WWE. Therefore, this was a huge surprise for everyone.

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Grayson Waller interrupted him while he was celebrating with the crowd. Consequently, he got superkicked for his troubles. Jey Usos’ appearance has left fans baffled. Cody Rhodes’ announcement has led to one of the most surprising moments from Payback. Watch the video here.

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“I hope I don’t regret this decision,” said Cody before making the major announcement. The American Nightmare last encountered the Bloodline at WrestleMania 39, failing to capture the Undisputed Universal Championship against Roman Reigns.

This will make things interesting and a must-see going forward. There have been rumors that WWE is cooking a Jey Uso vs. Jimmy Uso match for WrestleMania 40. Thus, fans may see the build start immediately. Also, Jey Uso will act as a singles superstar for the first time in his career.

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MJF credits Cody Rhodes for his successful career in AEW

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MJF and Cody Rhodes (via AEW)

All In 2023 turned out to be the most attended show in professional history. MJF headlined the event, defending his AEW World Championship against Adam Cole. Recently, the former claimed that this wouldn’t be possible without former AEW superstar Cody Rhodes. In an interview with The Ringer, Friedman revealed that he texted the American Nightmare and demanded a match for the first All-In in 2019.

Surprisingly, he replied and offered him a spot on the show. Eventually, it kicked off the rise of one of the best wrestlers today. “And realistically, I don’t think MJF is a thing without Cody Rhodes, and that’s just a f**king fact,” said the 27-year-old superstar. Rhodes is one of the few people MJF has shown respect to.

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