Tony Khan urged to release underutilized AEW wrestlers has become a major talking point as dissatisfaction grows among fans and wrestling veterans over how some talent are being used in the organization. The topic has gained urgency following concerns that extended contracts and lack of appearances are wasting resources while leaving performers sidelined.
Concerns Grow Over AEW’s Handling of Its Roster
Tony Khan holds a central position in All Elite Wrestling (AEW), wearing several hats from general manager and head of creative to chief executive officer and president. As co-founder, his influence has propelled AEW to prominence, building stars such as MJF, Hangman Adam Page, Toni Storm, and Swerve Strickland. While many wrestlers have found significant opportunities within AEW, there remains a faction of the roster who have seen their role diminish or disappear entirely.
Among those losing visibility is Scorpio Sky, a former two-time AEW TNT Champion. Observers, including fans and industry veterans, increasingly argue that Khan should reconsider the company’s approach to underutilized talent. Many assert that, from both a financial and organizational standpoint, wrestlers who aren’t featured could be better served moving on from AEW. WWE veteran Vince Russo has publicly urged the company to make bolder personnel decisions, echoing financial concerns regarding underused talent.
“If you have got somebody under contract, you use them. If you are not going to use them, they should not be under contract. You got the guy under you, you’re paying the guy until the time is right? I mean, Al, am I right or wrong? This is dollars and cents.,” he said. (H/T EW Wrestling) — Vince Russo, WWE Veteran
Scorpio Sky Speaks on Lack of AEW TV Appearances
On a recent episode of
“Creating Character with Scorpio Sky & James Willems,”
Scorpio Sky opened up about his absence from active competition. Despite his previous prominence, he revealed that he is ready to return to the ring whenever called but remains unclear on the reasons for his prolonged inactivity.
“My career has sure taken a nosedive, hasn’t it? I don’t know if there is bad blood or not. I know I’m healthy and I’ve been healthy for a long time and I’ve been wanting to compete. It’s just one of those things, what can you do? he said. (H/T Whatculture) — Scorpio Sky, AEW Wrestler
The uncertainty facing Scorpio Sky has not only affected his standing but also raised larger questions about how AEW manages contracted performers. While it remains unknown if Tony Khan will reintegrate Sky into weekly programming, his situation is seen by many as emblematic of broader issues within the promotion.
Growing Debate Over AEW’s Next Steps
The handling of underused wrestlers like Scorpio Sky is drawing ongoing debate about Tony Khan’s management strategy. With concerns about financial impact and talent morale, the next moves by AEW’s leadership will be closely watched. The outcome may influence not only individual careers but set the tone for how AEW addresses similar situations in the future, amid calls for greater transparency and action regarding talent contracts and utilization.
