Jacob Henry is officially part of the WWE familyand he just let the world know how much it means to him.
On June 9, 2025, after WWE announced the newest class of NIL signees, Jacob Henry took to Twitter to reflect on the full-circle moment. He shared a throwback photo of himself as a child with WWE legend Shawn Michaels alongside a brand-new photo of the two reunitingthis time as colleagues.
He captioned the post: Heartbreak Kids Excited to work with you, and learn from you..
The tweet quickly gained traction, not just because of the touching photo, but because of the significance behind it. Jacobson of WWE Hall of Famer Mark Henryjoins the WWE NIL program alongside other legacy names, including Brock Rechsteiner (son of Scott Steiner) and TJ Bullard (son of Titus ONeil).
Jacob is currently a dual-sport athlete at the University of Oklahoma, competing in both football and wrestling. Now, hes paving his own path in sports entertainmentone that honors his family legacy while forging something entirely new.
This years WWE NIL class also includes athletes from top-tier schools in sports ranging from basketball to track to field hockey. But Jacobs heartfelt message stands out as a reminder of how personal the dream can be.
How do you feel about Jacob Henry joining the WWE NIL program? Do you see him becoming a future WWE Superstar like his father? Please share your thoughts and feedback in the comment section below.
