The wrestler formerly known as Jake Something appeared on tonight’s episode of AEW Dynamite under the name Jake Doyle, aligning himself with The Don Callis Family. The appearance marked his first outing with the company following the expiration of his TNA contract.
According to Fightful Select, Doyle signed with All Elite Wrestling shortly after his deal with TNA expired on January 1. At one point, that contract had been expected to run well into 2026, but negotiations did not result in an extension.
Doyle’s on-screen placement also signals how AEW plans to use him. He is expected to work regularly alongside Mark Davis, with Kyle Fletcher now positioned primarily as a singles competitor. The shift effectively fills a gap within The Don Callis Family’s tag and heavy-hitter structure.
Jake Doyle arrived and made his presence known in AEW tonight, and now it’s official:@JakeSomething_ is All Elite!#AEWDynamite pic.twitter.com/NFZ7f87CUK
— Tony Khan (@TonyKhan) January 8, 2026
On the TNA side, Jake was among several wrestlers who appeared in promotional material for the company’s AMC debut despite not having re-signed.
AEW Dynamite Results From Tonight – 2 Returns
– WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross returned to commentary.
Welcome “The Voice of Wrestling” @JRsBBQ back to the commentary desk!
Watch #AEWDynamite LIVE on TBS & HBO Max pic.twitter.com/mD7Xpd36df
— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) January 8, 2026
– AEW Continental Champion Jon Moxley def. Shelton Benjamin
After the match, Moxley offered a handshake and Benjamin accepted.
– Jack Perry and The Young Bucks def. The Demand
After the match, The Don Callis Family attacked Jack and The Bucks. Andrade El Idolo made his return to All Elite Wrestling and rejoined The Don Callis Family.
Just as @Boy_Myth_Legend + the @YoungBucks were celebrating their victory, @TheDonCallis Family is showing off their dominance including @JakeSomething_ + @AndradeElIdolo!
Watch #AEWDynamite LIVE on TBS & HBO Max pic.twitter.com/Z7tRakf2Da
— All Elite Wrestling (@AEW) January 8, 2026
– Willow Nightingale, Harley Cameron, and Kris Statlander held a celebration for Willow becoming the new TBS Champion. Mercedes Mone was invited to the ring, but she crashed out and attempted to ruin the celebration. Willow took out Mercedes with a powerbomb and kept the celebration going.
– The Triangle of Madness challenged Kris Statlander, Willow Nightingale, and Harley Cameron to a 6-woman tag team match at AEW Maximum Carnage.
– ROH World Champion Bandido def. ROH Tag Team Champion Sammy Guevara
After the match, AEW World Champion MJF and Jon Cruz made their way to the ring. MJF said he is a Lucha Libre Legend and is a bigger star in Mexico than Bandido will ever be. MJF said he has 6 Dynamite Diamond Rings and the one that Bandido has should also belong to him. MJF attempted to steal Bandido’s ring, but Bandido stopped him and took him out with the 21 Plex. Bandido posed with the AEW World Title.
– Brody King said sometimes violence is the answer and declared that he is coming for the throne.
– “Timeless” Toni Storm def. Marina Shafir via DQ after The Death Riders pulled the referee out of the ring
After the match, The Death Riders were about to attack Toni & Mina Shirakawa, but Roderick Strong and Orange Cassidy made the save. Cassidy grabbed Toni and Mina, which led to Jim Ross saying the following on commentary: “He’s got his hands full.”
– Darby Allin attacked Pac backstage and threatened to smash his ankle unless he agreed to give him a rematch. Pac gave in and accepted.
– “Hangman” Adam Page and Swerve Strickland def. The Opps (Powerhouse Hobbs and Hook) in a Lights Out Match
