As WWE prepares for WrestleMania, several key performers have recently suffered injuries, complicating the promotion’s plans. Over the last few months, stars including Seth Rollins and Bron Breakker have been sidelined, while Roxanne Perez underwent surgery to remove a benign growth from her back. The situation deteriorated further on Monday when Bronson Reed tore his biceps during a three-way match against Jey Uso and Original El Grande Americano, resulting in an unexpected absence and prompting WWE to alter its lineup swiftly.
Xavier Woods Shares Encouraging Update on His Shoulder Injury
Xavier Woods has been inactive since late January due to a shoulder injury, but unlike many of his peers, he provided a hopeful update on his recovery timeline. Speaking with Bill Pritchard from WrestleZone during the WWE 2K26 Creator Fest at WWE headquarters, Woods expressed cautious optimism about returning to action.
Lifting things with my shoulder doesn’t feel ok. I kind of put it through like a meat grinder, so we’ll see how it is. Hopefully, it’s a few weeks of physical therapy, and then we’ll be back at it. But if not, I will let everybody know. But yeah, it’s alright. We’re just staying positive.
— Xavier Woods, WWE Superstar
Woods’ History of Injuries and What This Means Moving Forward
Although Woods has missed some ring time over the past years, this shoulder injury marks one of his more serious setbacks since October 2019, when he suffered an Achilles injury that kept him out of competition for nearly a year. His return in October 2020 was a significant relief for fans and WWE alike. With this new injury, the timeline appears shorter, and Woods is hopeful that physical therapy will enable a quicker comeback.
Given the recent spate of health issues among WWE talent, including Bronson Reed’s biceps tear and Roxanne Perez’s surgery, Woods’ update is a rare positive note. The outcome of his rehabilitation could influence WWE’s roster plans leading up to and following WrestleMania, as the promotion continues to adapt to ongoing challenges.
