Adam Pearce might be feuding with Paul Heyman on WWE televisionbut fans hoping for an in-ring comeback shouldnt hold their breath.
In an update from the Wrestling Observer Newsletter on January 23, 2026, Dave Meltzer shut down the latest wave of speculation surrounding Pearces potential return to action. Despite his rising tensions with Heyman on Monday Night RAW, Meltzer reported that there are no current plans for Pearce to wrestle.
This update comes after renewed fan interest, which started brewing back in April 2025 when Pearce jokingly tweeted that he was officially returning to WWEs active roster.
Of course, it was posted on April Fools Dayand later confirmed to be a prank. Pearce hasnt wrestled full-time since 2014, though hes remained a central figure in WWEs authority storylines and occasionally stepped into non-wrestling physical roles.
Still, the on-screen exchanges with Paul Heyman over the past few weeks have led to more rumors about whether Pearce might be lacing up the boots one last time. But for now, it looks like hell stay firmly in his executive lane.
Whether you love him as an official or still remember him as Scrap Daddy, Adam Pearce continues to be a vital part of WWE programmingjust not in the ring.
Do you think Adam Pearce should wrestle again to settle the score with Heyman? Or is he more effective behind the desk than inside the ropes? Drop your thoughts in the comments.
