5 things that could happen if Shane McMahon comes to AEW

#4. Shane McMahon could appear as an on-screen authority figure in AEW

AEW could benefit from an on-screen authority figure. While it is common knowledge that Tony Khan runs the show, he has mostly kept himself off-camera. At most, his name is mentioned when it comes to booking matches on Dynamite or when a heel is criticizing the owner as part of their promo.

However, having a commissioner or general manager to run the show opens up a lot of storyline opportunities. WWE has utilized the GM trople multiple times as it allows the wrestlers to interact or create conflict with these figures. Case in point: Vince McMahon, Eric Bischoff, Stephanie McMahon and even Shane himself.

The younger McMahon already has experience in this role and it would be fun to see him trying to handle a roster made up of renegades such as The Pinnacle, The Elite and The Inner Circle.

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#3. Shane McMahon could be used as a part-time wrestler in AEW

While no one is clamoring for Shane McMahon to wrestle full-time in 2022, he is still able to put on an entertaining match if used sparingly and the storyline makes sense.

At 52 years old, his daredevil ways might be over, but it could be interesting to see him face off against the likes of Bryan Danielson, Kenny Omega and even Chris Jericho in a legends bout. His name will still have star value and he will be an attraction in any match that he participates in.

There were rumors that Shane wanted to work with Austin Theory at WrestleMania 38. While his departure might put a stop to that, there is a plethora of young talents on the AEW roster that he can give a rub to, such as Sammy Guevara or Darby Allin.