The Don Callis Family AEW storyline is receiving renewed attention as a bold invasion angle concept has recently been proposed. With this faction’s roster expanding in 2023 and prominent members returning, industry insiders are speculating about the potential direction and impact of the group within All Elite Wrestling.
A Look at the Expanding Don Callis Family Faction
Established in mid-2023, the Don Callis Family quickly became a formidable force in AEW, admired for its cohesion and aggressive recruitment. The group, led by experienced manager Don Callis, has seen its composition shift numerous times, featuring a mix of stable members as well as major departures, including names like Will Ospreay, Sammy Guevara, Powerhouse Hobbs, and Rush. Recently, Andrade rejoined the lineup after a period of absence, pushing the number of active participants within the faction to approximately fifteen.
This rapid growth, according to AEW star Brian Cage during his discussion on the All F’N Wrestling Show, was not originally envisioned by Don Callis, whose initial plans did not include such a large stable. The group’s evolution is notable for how quickly it has managed to gather a significant roster, adding depth and unpredictability to AEW programming.
Comparisons to Past Wrestling Invasion Angles
The latest creative pitch for the Don Callis Family references one of professional wrestling’s most well-known storylines: the WWE–WCW–ECW Invasion of 2001. That year, Vince McMahon finalized the acquisition of rival company WCW, leading to a dramatic storyline where Shane McMahon shocked audiences by declaring himself the new owner of WCW. The subsequent months saw the formation of opposing teams, culminating in Stephanie McMahon’s reveal as the new ECW owner and an all-out inter-promotional conflict involving WWE, WCW, and ECW talent. This story arc became emblematic of high-stakes, chaotic wrestling faction warfare and shaped expectations for modern invasion angles.
Bishop Dyer’s Vision for a Massive Don Callis Family Takeover
During a recent appearance on the Busted Open Radio podcast, Bishop Dyer, previously known in WWE as Baron Corbin, pitched an ambitious narrative for AEW: a full-scale invasion angle led by the Don Callis Family. He described his vision for the group to continue its expansion and adopt a menacing persona strongly reminiscent of a biker gang, complete with hierarchies and rivalries that could drive months of programming.
“Keep growing the Don Callis Family. Give me five more members. Here’s why. Let’s start a massive biker gang, like let’s get 20 dudes in this group; we have prospects, we have all this stuff, and then we have this massive turf war.”
– Bishop Dyer, former WWE talent
Dyer further elaborated that this enlarged heel stable could serve as a significant threat within AEW, prompting the formation of unlikely alliances among fan favorites, also known as babyfaces. This setup would pave the way for grand-scale showdowns, bringing together a wide array of talents in heated faction conflicts.
“I wanna see a four-hour pay-per-view where it’s all of the members of Don Callis Family versus all of these people that Kenny Omega or Hangman Adam Page has recruited, Swerve Strickland, and I wanna see a 20 on 20 stand off. I wanna see five matches here with these guys, I wanna see a massive tag match with these guys. I would love a full-on invasion, WWF vs. WCW invasion-type angle with the Don Callis Family and everybody else.”
– Bishop Dyer, former WWE talent
This idea is rooted in the spectacle and unpredictability that made earlier wrestling invasions popular, invoking a scenario where the Don Callis Family’s overwhelming numbers force the hand of AEW’s biggest heroes. Key names—including Kenny Omega, Hangman Adam Page, and Swerve Strickland—would find themselves assembling teams to meet the threat, echoing the high drama of past industry rivalries.
Implications and What Could Come Next
The proposal for a Don Callis Family AEW storyline modeled after classic invasion angles has generated plenty of discussion, both among fans and within the wrestling business. Should AEW choose to pursue such a path, it could lead to extended narratives involving shifting allegiances, large multi-man matches, and increased spotlight for both established names and rising stars. The concept also offers room for innovative event formats, including potential four-hour special events or pay-per-views with faction warfare as the central attraction.
As the Don Callis Family continues to be a point of intrigue—and given that members like Andrade, as well as former contributors Will Ospreay, Sammy Guevara, and Powerhouse Hobbs frequently return to the conversation—the stable’s future in AEW remains full of possibilities. If an invasion storyline gains momentum, it would likely shape ongoing AEW storylines, influence rivalries, and could elevate the promotion’s reputation for storytelling. For now, speculation continues about when and how AEW’s creative direction might embrace this daring vision and what it would mean for the major players involved, such as Don Callis, Kenny Omega, Adam Page, and the broader wrestling landscape.
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