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After cutting an impassioned promo on RAW, Edge declared his entry in the 2021 Men's Royal Rumble Match. This was his first appearance on WWE TV since June 2020, following a triceps injury during his match against Randy Orton at Backlash.
Edge's initial comeback run was cut short as a result. It started in the 2020 Royal Rumble Match, with his return contributing to making it the greatest Royal Rumble Match ever. The Rated-R Superstar is back with a vengeance and will want to make up for lost time.
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There are several opponents Edge could feud with following the Rumble, with a high-profile WrestleMania match pretty much a guarantee. Some stories have a history, while others could start from scratch. Either way, the WWE Hall of Famer is not short on options for his WrestleMania match.
Here are five potential feuds for Edge heading into WrestleMania 37.
#5 Edge could restart his feud with Randy Orton
This is the likeliest option for Edge at WrestleMania 37. His feud with Randy Orton might not be over, with both Superstars gaining a win apiece over each other and the WWE Hall of Famer getting injured in their second match. Orton and Edge have been rumored to face each other in an 'I Quit' Match at The Show of Shows.
If that happens, there is no doubt that both Superstars would bring their best and tell a fantastic story. However, it is something that has been seen already. Fans are excited to see Edge mix it up with the younger WWE Superstars, which he is sure to do in Sunday's Royal Rumble Match.
The Rated-R Superstar's WrestleMania feud could begin as soon as the Rumble and with Orton already tied up with The Fiend and Alexa Bliss, maybe WWE has changed their plans for both Superstars heading into 'Mania. Things are looking very intriguing for The Viper right now.
A third match with Randy Orton would cap off a successful comeback feud for Edge, even if it ends up going over a year. He also has to avenge The Legend Killer for what he did to Christian. That being said, there are much fresher and more exciting matches waiting for The Rated-R Superstar in WWE in 2021.
#4 Edge could challenge Drew McIntyre for the WWE Championship
As he mentioned in his promo, Edge was forced to vacate the World Heavyweight Championship in 2011. The sudden nature of his retirement was evident, with the 11-time world champion's final reign coming to an abrupt end. He vowed to win the Royal Rumble Match and take back the world title at WrestleMania.
As a certified main event megastar and former Royal Rumble winner, Edge does have a chance of winning the 30-man melee. It wouldn't be the most unpopular move WWE makes. While a battle of the spears with Roman Reigns would be extremely fun, The Tribal Chief has too much else happening on SmackDown.
This leaves Edge with a possible WrestleMania date with Drew McIntyre. Considering how hastily booked RAW is, The Rated-R Superstar could eventually be penciled in for a WWE Championship match at 'Mania. Edge already told a good part of that story in his promo.
The WWE Hall of Famer could even turn heel before WrestleMania to feud with McIntyre. It may be a bold move, but Edge has always been so much better as a villain in WWE. This match is the biggest possible one that Drew McIntyre could have at WrestleMania 37.
#3 Edge could face Daniel Bryan following their career parallels
One of the most exciting matches Edge could have in WWE is against Daniel Bryan. It could happen at WrestleMania if Bryan doesn't end up challenging Roman Reigns for the Universal Championship, which he absolutely should by the way. This would be a fitting alternative for him, though.
There are parallels between Bryan and Edge, with the two of them being forced to retire early due to medical reasons. Both Superstars fought with grit to eventually return to the ring and have a final WWE run on their terms. Bryan made his comeback in 2018 and has had some incredible moments along the way.
Meanwhile, Edge was gone for nine years. His return at last year's Royal Rumble was magical and following his program with Randy Orton - whether finished or not - The Rated-R Superstar could tell other compelling stories. This one would revolve around two wrestlers simply getting their dream back after years without it.
Daniel Bryan and Edge could have a heart-warming all-babyface encounter to see who has more fight in them. These two are among the greatest storytellers in WWE today, with a match between them looking to be a masterpiece. If not at WrestleMania, Edge vs. Bryan must happen before either of them retires again.
#2 Edge could have a dream match with AJ Styles
Speaking of masterpieces, the biggest dream match featuring Edge might be one against AJ Styles. The two never got to meet in the ring until Royal Rumble 2020, where The Phenomenal One over-sold a spear from Edge. Nevertheless, both Superstars would definitely be up for this encounter.
Styles is somewhat of a dream opponent. He can have a good match with anybody, as proven by his array of matches over the past month or so. He would be great alongside Edge, with the two of them going toe-to-toe with every single move in the match.
A match between Edge and AJ Styles just seems like a perfect fit and their in-ring styles would likely mesh perfectly. The two-time WWE Champion has mentioned Edge as one of two potential opponents he would like to face at WrestleMania 37.
The two of them don't necessarily have any history with each other, but this would just be a fantastic wrestling match. It could do with some help in the story department, which is where Edge would get to work. He has mentioned before on how he wants to focus more on telling compelling stories during this WWE run.
#1 Edge could begin a personal rivalry with Seth Rollins as they have unfinished business
The one issue Edge has to resolve in the ring is the one with Seth Rollins. On the final RAW of 2014, Rollins threatened to break The Rated-R Superstar's neck to force John Cena into bringing The Authority back. There was nothing Edge could do at the time, but now? Oh yeah, there is.
With Edge being back in a WWE ring again, it is only a matter of time before he goes after The Architect and settles their unfinished business. It could happen as soon as WrestleMania 37. Rollins is currently off TV, with him accompanying Becky Lynch as they became new parents last month.
That being said, he may very well make a surprise return in the Royal Rumble Match and have an intense face-off with Edge. Perhaps, the WWE Hall of Famer's elimination from the Rumble is at the hands of Rollins. That would be the perfect set-up for this encounter, another possible in-ring classic that Edge could have.
This is a truly meaty story that both Superstars would have a lot of fun with, with either outcome working well. Edge could gain vengeance for nearly being paralyzed by Seth Rollins, or the dastardly heel could go over and become an even bigger star. There is so much potential either way.
