Veteran reporter Dave Meltzer says WWE told him not to expect Chris Jericho to appear in the company anytime soon — if ever. The news adds to rising questions about Jericho’s wrestling future as he remains away from AEW TV.
What Meltzer said
Meltzer wrote on X that WWE officials told him a week earlier to not expect Jericho in WWE any time soon, if ever. He posted the comment on April 1, 2026, ahead of an AEW Dynamite show.
Jericho’s current status
Chris Jericho has not appeared on AEW television for almost a year. Fans and media have been guessing whether he will return to AEW, sign with WWE, or stay away from TV for a longer time.
In February, reports said Jericho was still under contract with AEW and might have taken time off, which could mean his deal was frozen while he rested. Recently, Jericho filed a trademark for the name “The Cornerstone,” which renewed talk about what he might do next.
Fan rumors and possible returns
Rumors about Jericho moving to WWE grew when the calendar turned to 2026. Some fans expected him to show up on a WWE Raw anniversary show on Netflix, at the Royal Rumble in Saudi Arabia, or as part of a mysterious on-screen package that moved between Raw and SmackDown. That mystery package later revealed another wrestler.
With Meltzer saying WWE told him not to expect Jericho, those hopes may be dimmed. At the same time, the trademark filing and Jericho’s long absence keep fans guessing.
What to watch next
Meltzer made his comment ahead of an AEW Dynamite show that is taking place in Jericho’s hometown of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Fans will be watching that show and future AEW and WWE programming for any sign of Jericho’s return.
For now, the picture is unclear. Jericho’s absence, the trademark filing, and Meltzer’s report give different signals. Until either AEW or WWE confirms plans publicly, fans will likely keep speculating about where — or if — Chris Jericho will appear next.
