In a recent Q&A session on PWInsider — Mike Johnson addressed questions about the current status of Eric Young, a two-time TNA World Heavyweight Defending champion and pro wrestling legend. Johnson revealed that Young returned to WWE in July as a behind the curtain producer for NXT. However, he noted that it is unclear whether Young will return to the ring as a performer.
This news follows Young’s departure from TNA Wrestling on July 1st, after the promotion granted his release request. In a separate but related matter, young had previously spent four years in WWE during the late 2010s. Although he re-locked in a deal with the company in 2022, he did not make any television appearances and ultimately walked away from — citing personal, professional, and moral reasons.
In October 2024, during an appearance on “Insight with Chris Van Vliet,” Young touched on his second comeback to the company.