The most recent episode of WWE NXT was marked by an unexpected guest – former NFL quarterback Ryan Leaf, who was found backstage involved in a quick conversation with Lexis King.
King attributed his decision to head to Minneapolis for NXT Deadline to Leaf’s advice – though it turned out to be a fruitless endeavor, as King did not participate in any match. The pair showered each other with praise, with Leaf labeling King as relatable and inspiring.
This spontaneous interaction was soon interrupted by Charlie Dempsey, who made an interesting proposition. Dempsey offered King an opportunity to compete for the NXT Heritage Cup in a fortnight, presenting it as a holiday season gift. However, the condition was for King to first successfully complete a workout with Dempsey, anticipated to be held the following week.
This offers a rematch of a previous engagement where King faced difficulty in finding a supporter for his corner. To everyone’s surprise, William Regal rose to the occasion, standing in King’s corner in direct opposition to his son.
>Look who it is! 👀
>Great to have you here, @RyanDLeaf! @LexisKingWWE #WWENXT
>— WWE (@WWE) December 11, 2024