Fans often wonder why WWE doesn’t keep injured Superstars on TV in non-wrestling roles – especially when many of them have the mic skills or charisma to stay relevant during recovery. As it turns out, there are a couple of key reasons behind the company’s approach. According to Fightful Select, one major factor is tied to contractual logistics. When a wrestler is injured and off the road, WWE typically has the ability to “freeze” their contract – essentially pausing the countdown until their deal expires. However, if that same talent continues working in an on-screen capacity, even in a non-wrestling role, they are considered “active.” That makes it difficult for WWE to extend the contract due to time missed, since the performer would technically still be fulfilling duties under the deal.
Beyond the business side, there’s also a longstanding creative preference. WWE has historically favored keeping injured talent off television entirely, allowing them to return later with more impact. The company tends to prioritize big comeback moments rather than having injured stars appear regularly in reduced roles that might dull their momentum.
So while it might seem like a missed opportunity to use these Superstars in commentary, backstage segments, or authority roles, WWE’s logic is rooted in both contractual strategy and storytelling philosophy.
The following 13 WWE stars are currently injured:
– Drew McIntyre
– Kevin Owens
– Liv Morgan
– Dominik Mysterio
– Bianca Belair
– Rey Mysterio
– Chad Gable / El Grande Americano
– Ilja Dragunov
– Tama Tonga
– Tonga Loa
– Zoey Stark
– Otis
– Apollo Crews
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