5 reasons Samoa Joe should replace AEW's Wardlow when he leaves The Pinnacle

#4. Samoa Joe can feud with Wardlow in AEW

AEW could even debut Samoa Joe immediately opposite the person he potentially replaces in Wardlow. If Wardlow inevitably comes head-to-head with his employer MJF, the Long Island Loudmouth will want some backup of his own.

Enter Samoa Joe. We could be looking at a clash of heavyweights as MJF instructs Joe to take out his former protege. The veteran could also be used to eventually put over the younger Wardlow after a series of hard-hitting hoss fights.

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#3. Samoa Joe could help MJF in his feud with former rival CM Punk

In last week's AEW Dynamite, CM Punk teased on social media about teaming up with Samoa Joe when he had to find a partner to face off against Pinnacle members FTR.

The two wrestlers, of course, share a storied history. Both were legends of the independents and have gone on to have accomplished careers in the last two decades. Nobody knows CM Punk better than his former rival, Samoa Joe.

MJF could use Joe's knowledge to get a leg up on Punk, who he is currently feuding with. It is also a great way to play mind games with the 'Best in The World.' Imagine a scenario where Joe debuts and pretends to be on Punk's side, only to turn on him and align with his bitter enemy MJF.