Update on Chris Jericho Status After WWE RAW Crate Angle – Fan speculation about Chris Jericho increased after a large mystery box appeared on WWE RAW this past Monday. The container, which looked big enough to hold a person, carried a message instructing that it not be opened until 2-28, the date of Elimination Chamber 2026 in Chicago. The angle immediately sparked talk about a possible surprise return, but new information suggests that scenario is unlikely right now.
According to Fightful Select, Jericho remains firmly under contract with All Elite Wrestling. The report states there is a belief his deal may have been extended after time away from the ring in 2025. Several factors could explain the situation, including injury-related extensions or a new agreement being signed. The outlet also noted that other talent, including Matt Hardy, have previously had contracts extended for short periods under similar circumstances.
There has reportedly been no internal communication within AEW indicating Jericho is leaving the company, which is typically how departures are handled. It was also revealed that no AEW performers are currently scheduled for the upcoming Jericho Cruise in November. At the same time, Jericho is still taking convention bookings for the months ahead, something that rarely happens when a performer is preparing to return to WWE full time. Sources indicated he has expressed openness to a WWE comeback, but there are concerns about how that would affect his outside projects.
There is still no confirmed timeline for when Jericho’s AEW deal expires. His last match took place at AEW Dynasty 2025 in April, where he lost the ROH World Championship in a title versus mask bout against Bandido. For now, the mystery box storyline continues to fuel speculation, but the available information points to Jericho remaining tied to AEW.
Update on Chris Jericho Status After WWE RAW Crate Angle
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