5 possible final opponents for Cody Rhodes in AEW

#4. Eddie Kingston could challenge Cody for the AEW TNT championship

Eddie Kingston's AEW career has been the feel-good story of the last few years. Ironically, it was Cody Rhodes who gave him a chance during his initial run as TNT champion. The Mad King responded to one of his weekly open challenges for the title.

Eddie immediately made an impact, appearing in several high-profile feuds with Jon Moxley and CM Punk. On the Battleground Podcast, Eddie Kingston discussed his journey thus far:

“Physically, I gotta get in better shape. Do you know what I mean? I try every day, folks... It’s gonna be a little rough, but I’m trying, and I’m trying because I want to be world champion, and I want to be a champion of AEW and I want to represent the company. I know what I have to do to step up.”

It would be an interesting twist of fate if Kingston is the one who ends Rhodes' TNT championship run. He can carry the title forward and help out the younger guys on the roster.

It would be another full-circle moment if he were to bring back the weekly open challenge that gave him his opportunity in the first place.

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#3. CM Punk could help turn Cody heel in a marquee match

CM Punk has arguably reclaimed his spot at the top of the pro wrestling industry. His AEW run has been excellent, proving that he is still one of the best in the ring and on the mic.

Punk was, of course, the WWE Champion at the same time Cody Rhodes was Intercontinental champion more than a decade ago. They are now considered veterans of the industry.

With the crowd solidly behind Punk, this could be a way for Rhodes to complete his long-awaited heel turn on his way out of the company.