Killer Kross and Scarlett Discuss Not Signing With AEW.
So, Killer Kross and Scarlett are out here basically living every wrestling fan’s group chat right now, just casually dropping the kind of backstage tea we usually have to scour the internet for. Picture this: you’ve just been let go by WWE after a high-profile match at SummerSlam—the kind of ‘what’s next?’ moment that has the entire IWC hitting refresh on Twitter every five seconds.And for these two, the ‘what’s next’ was a massive, blinking question mark pointing directly at AEW. I mean, come on, it’s the obvious landing spot, right? Tony Khan’s roster is like the Island of Misfit Toys if the toys were all incredibly talented and slightly pissed-off superstars, and adding the dark, cinematic vibes of Kross and the enigmatic presence of Scarlett would’ve been a chef’s kiss for the AEW audience craving something different from the usual high-flying frenzy.But here’s the twist: they didn’t sign. Not yet, anyway.And the reason isn’t some dramatic, bridge-burning fallout; it’s the kind of mundane, real-world negotiation stuff that never makes it into the on-screen storylines but is absolutely everything behind the curtain. They’ve been trying to work out a deal for the better part of 2025—which, let’s be real, feels both forever away and way too soon in wrestling time—but couldn’t find that sweet spot, that consensus on terms that works for both the talent and the company.It’s the pro wrestling equivalent of your friend group trying to pick a dinner spot when one person is vegan, another is keto, and someone else just wants bottomless fries; the logistics can be a nightmare, even when everyone involved is genuinely interested in making it happen. This isn’t just a simple case of ‘creative differences’ or money, though those are always factors; it’s about fit, about timing, about the long-term vision for their characters in a landscape that’s more crowded and competitive than ever.Remember when AEW first launched and it felt like every released WWE star had a direct flight to Jacksonville? Those days are over. Now, it’s a calculated chess match.AEW has its own homegrown stars to push, its own storylines to protect, and bringing in established names like Kross and Scarlett means slotting them into a narrative ecosystem without disrupting the momentum of guys like Hangman Page or the Young Bucks. From the couple’s perspective, it’s not just about getting a paycheck; it’s about creative freedom, about ensuring that the very specific, almost gothic aesthetic they’ve cultivated isn’t diluted or misused like it was during that bafflingly bad WWE run with the cage mask and the weird monologues.They’ve seen how other ex-WWE talent has fared in AEW—some, like Malakai Black, have thrived with that artistic license, while others have gotten lost in the shuffle—and they’re smart enough to wait for the right offer, not just the first one. And let’s not forget the leverage game here.By publicly discussing this, they’re sending a message to the entire industry: we’re a package deal, we know our worth, and we’re not desperate. That’s a power move in an era where wrestlers have more agency than ever, with options like New Japan, IMPACT, or even the red-hot independent scene waiting in the wings.The fact that they’re taking their time, weighing their options, and not rushing into anything speaks volumes about their business acumen. It’s a reminder that for all the kayfabe and scripted drama, the real stakes are in these boardroom conversations, where careers are shaped not by predetermined finishes, but by contracts, clauses, and a mutual belief in a shared future.So, for now, the AEW door isn’t closed; it’s just… slightly ajar, with everyone peeking through to see if the timing and the deal eventually align. And honestly? That suspense is better than most TV angles running right now.
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