WWE aired a mysterious vignette during SmackDown featuring a black background with smoke and the number 4 displayed. This cryptic presentation has sparked speculation regarding potential changes to The Wyatt Sicks faction.

The Wyatt Sicks, alongside their leader Uncle Howdy, have been absent from WWE television for a period of time. The stable was transferred to SmackDown during WWE’s first-ever Transfer Window.

The vignette shown this week bears similarities to visual elements previously used in Malakai Black’s entrance. The number 4 potentially references the current member count of The Wyatt Sicks, suggesting Black could be introduced as a fifth member.

Some speculation suggests Black might replace Uncle Howdy as the faction’s leader. Black’s experience with dark characters throughout his professional wrestling career aligns with the Wyatt Sicks’ mysterious aesthetic.

Malakai Black was reportedly released from AEW last month alongside Ricky Saints (formerly known as Ricky Starks) and Miro (formerly known as Rusev). Saints has already debuted on NXT, indicating Black could be next in line for a WWE return.

Black previously worked with House of Black in AEW, further supporting his potential fit with the supernatural-themed Wyatt Sicks storyline. His inclusion could reinvigorate interest in the faction as WrestleMania 41 approaches.

The Wyatt Sicks have not appeared on television since being drafted to the blue brand. Fans have anticipated their return to programming, particularly as WWE’s premier event draws closer.

This theory remains speculative at this point, as WWE has not officially confirmed any connection between the vignette and potential roster additions.

A new mystery vignette aired tonight.

‘4’ 🤔

pic.twitter.com/16HUY3k5BC— Wrestle Ops (@WrestleOps) March 14, 2025

LA Knight won the WWE United States Championship by defeating Shinsuke Nakamura in the main event of the latest SmackDown.

According to recent reports, Malakai Black is expected to sign with WWE and will likely be part of Friday Night SmackDown. His real-life wife, Zelina Vega, is currently part of the blue brand.

Speculation suggests that if Black makes his WWE comeback on next week’s SmackDown, he may confront Knight. This potential confrontation could lead to a match between these two performers.

A title change would introduce another unexpected development on the Road to WrestleMania 41 and potentially set up a rematch at The Show of Shows.

Some fans on the internet believe Black will be the next challenger for Knight. This remains speculative at this point.

WWE has not made any official announcements regarding Black’s signing or future plans for the United States Championship.

i’m sensing aleister black— Collision Cowboy (@collixioncowboy) March 8, 2025

Fightful Select reports AEW held “major discussion” in late 2023 regarding the potential relocation of Double or Nothing from Las Vegas. WWE’s announcement of WrestleMania 41 at Allegiant Stadium on April 19-20, 2025, factors into the decision.

Double or Nothing maintained Las Vegas as its host city since AEW’s inception, with the exception of the 2020 event in Jacksonville during the COVID-19 pandemic.

AEW delayed announcing their 2025 pay-per-view schedule following WWE’s decision to schedule a live event in Orlando on the same night as AEW Worlds End.

AEW Talents Evaluate WWE Opportunities

Lucha Libre Online reports multiple AEW wrestlers expressed interest in WWE as a potential destination. Sources indicate two performers plan to explore free agency in 2025.

Our sources confirm to us that there are several AEW talents who do not feel comfortable with their role in the company. These talents did not dare to explore WWE as a real alternative due to the feeling of uncertainty of getting lost in the “monster system that is WWE.”

PWTorch reports WWE’s interest in Malakai Black, whose AEW contract expires in early 2025. Black last appeared at Full Gear alongside House of Black members Buddy Matthews, Brody King, and Julia Hart.