WWE Raw and SmackDown after Mania are known for being very special episodes. These shows are moments to celebrate new Champions, start new feuds, and welcome back injured talents. It’s also a time for NXT call-ups to the main roster. From the days of Paige debuting to win the WWE Divas Championship in 2014, to Stephanie Vaquer making her main roster debut against IYO SKY last year, these shows have been a highlight that sets in motion NXT talents’ runs on Raw or SmackDown.
WWE has done some much-needed NXT call-ups in the past few weeks. Trick Williams and Jordynne Grace are now members of the SmackDown roster. Je’Von Evans recently joined the Raw roster. At NXT New Year’s Evil 2026, Oba Femi vacated the NXT Championship to make a sensational debut at the WWE Royal Rumble. Speaking of the Rumble, NXT talents appeared only in the Women’s match. Jacy Jayne, Kelani Jordan, Lola Vice, and Sol Ruca literally stole the show that night.
WWE also has to be wary of stripping NXT of too much talent in one hit, with star power still needed on the brand, regardless of how much the main roster may need fresh faces. As NXT Stand and Deliver is now behind us, let’s take a look at who will, may, or might be called up to the main roster after WrestleMania 42.
