Chris Jericho could follow Cody Rhodes’ path back to WWE. Both were instrumental in founding AEW, but Rhodes returned in 2022 and won two Royal Rumbles. Jericho, after a long run under Tony Khan, has been off television since spring 2025. With his contract expired, a Royal Rumble comeback could launch a retirement tour similar to John Cena’s in 2025, creating one of the event’s biggest moments.