40-year-old star must return to WWE after a year away as a part of Uncle Howdy's potential faction 

WWE programming has been featuring various teasers and Easter eggs that are reminiscent of the infamous White Rabbit roll out of 2022. That special campaign led to the return of Bray Wyatt. Most believe that this will lead to the return of Bo Dallas as Uncle Howdy.

While nothing is clear yet, many WWE fans are under the impression that Uncle Howdy's return to television won't be alone. The likes of Erick Rowan, Alexa Bliss, and even Matt Hardy have been suggested as stars who could be aligned with him.

One option who isn't being spoken about quite as often, who actually may be the best choice possible, is Braun Strowman. The Monster of All Monsters could finally make his return to television and do so by aligning himself with the sinister Uncle Howdy.

Braun Strowman hasn't been seen on WWE programming for quite some time. He last competed during a Monday Night RAW episode on May 1st, 2023 where he teamed up with Ricochet to defeat the Alpha Academy.

The Monster Among Men then went on to have neck surgery. He hasn't stepped foot in a ring since, at least not on television. His comeback being with the mysterious Howdy would be exciting, but it would also send chills down the spines of wrestling fans. It would be a perfect surprise.

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Braun Strowman was close with former WWE Champion Bray Wyatt

Part of what would make Braun returning alongside Uncle Howdy such a good surprise is that while it would seemingly come out of nowhere, it would also make sense. Strowman has a long history with Bo Dallas' real-life brother Bray Wyatt.

Bray took Braun under his wing both on-screen and off the screen. As a member of The Wyatt Family, Strowman learned the ropes of business and had his first real exposure on television through Bray.

From there, the two went on to have a main event-level feud on WWE television. While the two weren't on-screen together much prior to Bray's passing, Braun shared his love for the former world champion in Bray's Peacock documentary. It makes sense he'd be in a faction with Wyatt's brother likely meant to honor him.

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Strowman would add instant credibility to a potential stable

Beyond the surprise factor and tugging at the emotional heart strings of the entire WWE Universe, Braun Strowman being in the faction must happen for the sake of credibility. Simply put: Braun will make the group meaningful and credible in the eyes of fans.

The Monster of All Monsters is a former world champion. Beyond titles, he is one of the most intense and physically imposing performers in modern wrestling history. He is a star, but above all else, Braun is believable.

Uncle Howdy on his own is unproven in World Wrestling Entertainment. Bo Dallas was a comedic undercard character and Howdy never competed. Braun being a powerful main eventer makes it clear that this new group is one to be feared.

Braun Strowman's latest appearances

Braun has been showing up for some PR activities for WWE even during his recovery period. He had traveled to India to promote WWE late last year. In February this year, Braun made a surprise visit to Saudi Arabia to promote The WWE Experience launch in the country. While it seems The Monster Among Men is indeed recovering from his surgery, the final call about his in-ring return is seemingly at the hands of his medical team and hopefully the WWE Universe gets to witness his return soon.