#3 Adam Cole
Adam Cole is one of the hottest stars in NXT right now, and a call-up to the main roster feels like it is a case of sooner rather than later right now.
Cole made an appearance in last year's Rumble match and his stock has grown considerably since then. The former North American Champion has gone from strength to strength over the last year and has put himself on the radar of the wider WWE Universe with his impressive performances.
Like Velveteen Dream, an appearance in the Royal Rumble could act as a bit of a test run for Cole, who will no doubt be on the main roster come this time next year.