The ongoing Sammy Guevara and Dustin Rhodes tag team storyline has taken a surprising turn, as former AEW Women’s World Champion Nyla Rose publicly encouraged Rhodes to leave his current tag partner and team up with her instead. This development adds a layer of intensity to the AEW tag team scene, where The Sons of Texas have been making their mark.
Nyla Rose, who has established a formidable presence in AEW, has been sidelined since November 2024 but remains active with fans through social media. While Rose, at 42, remains one of the most dominant competitors, she continues to find lighthearted ways to engage, recently proposing that Dustin Rhodes join forces with her. Her online remarks also hinted at missing AEW competition during her hiatus from the company.
Nyla Rose’s Public Proposal to Dustin Rhodes
Despite being absent from television, Nyla Rose still finds creative ways to keep herself part of the conversation. When Dustin Rhodes, known as “The Natural,” posted a photo online showing his impressive physical conditioning, Rose responded in her signature style. The witty comment gained traction among AEW fans, sparking speculation about a possible shift in tag team alliances.
Rose’s playful challenge to Rhodes drew direct attention when she declared:
“Ditch Sammy, let’s be the champions!! Miss you too,” she wrote.
—Nyla Rose, Former AEW Women’s World Champion
While the suggestion was made in a joking manner, it underscored potential friction or changes in existing partnerships, as Nyla Rose expressed her desire to return to competition and collaborate with a proven veteran like Rhodes.
The Sons of Texas: A Year of Ups and Downs
The team of Dustin Rhodes and Sammy Guevara, known as The Sons of Texas, has remained active over the past year, currently holding the ROH World Tag Team Championship. Despite their experience and in-ring chemistry, the duo has not enjoyed consistent success, highlighted by a recent defeat against The Hurt Syndicate at Double or Nothing 2025.
At 56, Dustin Rhodes continues to impress with his endurance and resilience alongside his younger partner, delivering noteworthy performances against younger, agile wrestlers within AEW and ROH. The ongoing commitment from both men keeps their tag team relevant, though questions about their future direction continue to circulate.
Sammy Guevara Credits Dustin Rhodes for Valuable Guidance
Speaking in an interview with Bill Apter from Sportskeeda, Sammy Guevara shared details on the mentorship and daily support he receives from his tag team partner. The insights reflect a bond beyond the ring and stress the importance of patience in their careers.
“I mean, it’s kind of his motto just to keep steppin’. You know, I say keep going, he [Dustin Rhodes] says keep steppin’, but it’s 100%, like, him and I talk a lot. You know, you’ll have your ups and downs, and he’ll tell me, ‘Man, you just gotta keep going. You just gotta keep steppin’ and just be patient.’ And so, he’s helped me just kind of slow down a bit and kinda just take everything for what it is,” he said.
—Sammy Guevara, AEW Superstar
Future Prospects for the Tag Team Division
With Nyla Rose openly campaigning for a new tag team alliance, fans are left wondering how this will impact the trajectory of the Sammy Guevara and Dustin Rhodes tag team storyline. The suggestion from a former world champion, coupled with recent setbacks in the ring, casts uncertainty on the future of The Sons of Texas as ROH World Tag Team Champions.
As speculation grows, the dynamic between Rhodes, Guevara, and Rose adds a renewed sense of passion and tension to the AEW tag division, ensuring there will be much to watch in the coming weeks as the storyline continues to unfold.
