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There were rumors, but none thought it would ever come true. Luke Harper was given his release from WWE, and many thought there would be no role for him going forward, given his age. But AEW came calling, and he arrived as Brodie Lee.
The name was one that he used on the pro wrestling independent circuit before he finally arrived in WWE and became a member of The Wyatt Family. Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, the student has become the master, for he is here to lead his flock and dominate All Elite Wrestling.
Brodie Lee was revealed to be The Exalted One on AEW Dynamite and attacked Christopher Daniels and Frankie Kazarian as punishment for denying that he existed. It's going to be interesting how he develops as a character going forward.
Here are 5 Opponents for for Brodie Lee aka Luke Harper in AEW..
#5 Christopher Daniels
Christopher Daniels is a very vital part of AEW. He serves as Talent Relations behind the scenes and is a vital part of SCU. While he has been in some individual matches, he serves a far bigger purpose, and that is putting talent over.
A man like Brodie Lee would need to be an unstoppable force, who has to make his way to the top of the food chain. While Daniels is almost 50 years old, he can still move in the ring and give quality matches. Considering Daniels' has been at the center of the feud with The Dark Order, it would make sense that he would be on the chopping block.
Christopher Daniels was decimated on AEW Dynamite, and it looks like he will be Brodie Lee's first victim in a long line of matches to come.
#4 Hangman Page
If there is one star that is on the rise, it is Hangman Page. His recent willingness to embrace his new character has given him an edge and has allowed him to display his natural charisma in the ring and out of it.
So, it would make sense to put him in with a man like Brodie Lee. It's quite clear that Hangman Page is set to do great things, given that he is way over with the crowds, and they love him every time he sips his beer.
AEW has been very clear that their goal is not for EX-WWE Superstars to get over but rather, to make the stars that the audience at home don't know about. It's about giving them the rub they need, rather than the other way around. The story that they had told with Hangman Page, who saw his fortunes fall when he lost to Chris Jericho at All Out and his rise since that faithful night.
Putting him in the ring with a man like Lee will only add to his growing popularity.
#3 Wardlow
Much like the Hangman Page choice, there is a method to the madness. Brodie Lee is not in AEW to claim the top spot but to shepherd the next generation of AEW Wrestlers. Wardlow had a baptism by fire when he was in a cage match with Cody Rhodes. The match was brutal and hardened back to a bygone day, where blood and guts are what it took to survive.
Wardlow possesses natural strength, and while he's serving as MJF's henchman/bodyguard at the moment, it won't last. Think back to Shawn Michaels and Diesel or even The Million Dollar Man and Virgil. History has a way of repeating itself, and what has happened before will happen again.
AEW was criticized for having a lack of "Big Guys" or "Hoffs." But that has slowly changed with the addition of people like Jake Hager, Lance Archer, and now, Brodie Lee. While not as tall as other 'Hoffs,' Wardlow is as strong as an ox and is imposing enough to pull it off as good as any other.
It'll be interesting if this feud does happen down the line.
#2 Luchasaurus
One of the more exciting acts to enter AEW, Luchasaurus, seems to get over every time he enters the ring. His spinning heel kicks, athleticism, and ability to connect with audiences are always on display. The pairing with Jungle Boy and Marko Stunt has been a match made in heaven as the trio seem to generate huge pops everywhere they go.
Luchasaurus' feuds with Jake Hager and Wardlow have already been teased. But perhaps, AEW management sees a more significant match waiting for him in the form of Brodie Lee. Lee is similar to Luchasaurus in a lot of ways. Both men are large six-footers or 'Hoffs' in wrestling terms. They both move very well for big men, and in terms of match quality, they can certainly bring the house down.
It will be a chance for Luchasaurus to shine and possibly move up the ladder of AEW in singles competition. A feud with Brodie Lee would give him the necessary rub he needs to move forward and put on a display of athleticism that could be great for everyone watching at home.
#1 Jon Moxley
While Brodie Lee being in AEW, it's quite clear that he will go after the top prize. With AEW having very few PPVs, some of the storylines are going to play out on Dynamite as well as AEW Dark. Considering that both men have history being part of popular factions in WWE, there is a lot to build on going into it.
Moxley is going to need opponents challenging him for the AEW Championship after his feud with Chris Jericho and The Inner Circle is done. It's highly doubtful that AEW will take the title off Moxley anytime soon. That leaves room for a feud down the road.
While The Dark Order was initially panned for being a mid-card act, Brodie Lee's addition to the group will undoubtedly put them at a different level and act as another obstacle for Jon Moxley down the line. It'll make for an exciting feud as the two will eventually come to blows. It is only inevitable.
Are there any other opponents that Brodie Lee will probably take on? Comment below.
