Top WWE star suffers car accident before live event
LA Knight overcomes pre-show car accident in Baltimore while exploring new directions following US Championship loss at Survivor Series.
LA Knight revealed his involvement in a minor car accident prior to performing at WWE’s Holiday Tour event in Baltimore, Maryland.
The SmackDown star addressed the incident before his match against Santos Escobar at the CFG Bank Arena, confirming he experienced a fender bender but continued with his scheduled appearance.
Four potential paths for LA Knight after US Championship loss
Following his United States Championship loss to Shinsuke Nakamura at Survivor Series: WarGames, LA Knight faces several career directions within WWE. The defeat marks the end of his championship reign, opening new possibilities for his character progression.
The immediate option involves pursuing a championship rematch at Saturday Night’s Main Event on December 14. Knight could approach SmackDown General Manager Nick Aldis to secure this opportunity against Nakamura.
A brand transition remains possible, as Knight previously competed on RAW before his SmackDown success. With RAW’s upcoming move to Netflix in January 2025, this shift could position him for future World Championship opportunities under Adam Pearce’s leadership.
The character development route presents another avenue, potentially exploring a heel turn following his recent setbacks. This change could lead to confrontations with WWE’s leading fan favorites and refresh his presentation.
The championship landscape offers additional opportunities, particularly involving Cody Rhodes and the Undisputed WWE Championship. Following Rhodes’ scheduled defense against Kevin Owens at Saturday Night’s Main Event, Knight could emerge as a challenger, potentially pursuing his first World Championship.