Bray Wyatt returned to WWE during Extreme Rules back in 2022 and fans couldnt have been happier. However,Wyatt passed away last yearand left behind a legacy that will forever remain untouched. With that said, Eric Young has revealed scrapped plans with Bray Wyatt before his untimely demise.
It was reported earlier that WWE signed Eric Young to a new contract in November 2022, but he never made a comeback. Although he was working backstage, he didnt have much to do.
After Vince McMahon returned to WWE last year, Young wanted nothing to do with the company or working under him. As a result, he requested his release and left the company after waiting for his 90-day non-compete clause to expire.
Eric Young was originally with WWE from 2016 to 2020 and returned in November 2022 but left just a few months later. During his time there, he never appeared on TV. In a conversation with Chris Van Vliet, Young shared that there were plans for him to work with two wrestlers, one of whom was Bray Wyatt, but those discussions did not move forward. He mentioned that someone he previously worked for forced their way back in, which led him to ask for his release.
Young explained that he was employed by WWE for about eight or nine months, but many fans were unaware of this because he never appeared on TV. He stated that he never left his house during that time. Young was excited about a proposed gimmick involving two wrestlers, including Bray Wyatt, but after Wyatt passed away, those plans fell through. Young felt that it was unfair and deeply regrettable.
Young mentioned that after the initial pitch for new ideas, the person he had worked with before returned, which was a significant factor in his decision to leave. He expressed that there were many reasons he didnt want to work there anymore, but the main reason was his unwillingness to work for that individual. He believed he understood the persons character well, and morally, he felt he couldnt work for someone like that. Consequently, he asked for his release, which was granted, but he couldnt discuss details due to an NDA.
When asked about his potential involvement in an early version of The Wyatt Sicks group, Young confirmed there were plans for him to form a trio with Bray Wyatt and Bo Dallas. He felt excited about the opportunity since he was friends with both and believed it would have been a fantastic creative experience. He noted that Bray Wyatts return, along with The Fiend character, was one of the most popular aspects of WWE at that time, with millions viewing their viral videos shortly after release.
Young believed being part of that group would have been a unique challenge that he would have enjoyed. However, after the sale of WWE and other changes, he found himself no longer working for the person who initially hired him. Young expressed that he had no regrets about his decision to leave, emphasizing that he was able to walk away from financial stability due to his personal beliefs and values.
Young reflected that ten years ago, he might not have been able to make such a choice. He felt confident in his ability to figure things out after leaving WWE, even though he hadnt discussed returning to TNA or contacted Scott DAmore at that time. Ultimately, he stated that it was entirely his choice to leave WWE and that he felt proud of his decision, regardless of how others might view it.
Bray Wyatt will forever hold a cherished place in the hearts of those who knew him both inside and outside the wrestling ring. His legacy remains unshaken, and his memory lives on through the love and admiration of countless fans worldwide.
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