New massive signing, former AEW star? - 4 potential WWE United States Championship contenders if LA Knight dethrones Logan Paul

The WWE United States Championship is highly prestigious. Its legacy dates back to the National Wrestling Alliance and World Championship Wrestling. Since the belt's introduction in the global juggernaut, numerous Hall of Famers have held it. However, the current champion is a controversial one.

Logan Paul, the reigning titleholder, captured the gold by defeating Rey Mysterio at Crown Jewel in November 2022. While The Maverick has rarely defended the championship, he has managed to beat top names like Kevin Owens and Randy Orton when the belt was on the line. Paul's next challenger isn't official yet, but many believe it will be LA Knight.

In fact, many think LA Knight will be the man to dethrone The Maverick. If he does reign supreme, Knight will surely defend the gold more often. This article will look at four potential WWE United States Championship contenders if The Megastar dethrones Logan Paul.

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#4 Andrade already holds one title in WWE

Andrade is one of the most talented performers in the world. He became a prominent star in Mexico before joining WWE. During his first run, he captured the NXT and the United States championships. After a stint in AEW, he is now back in the global juggernaut.

The 34-year-old's return to the company has already proven to be fruitful. Andrade is undefeated outside of his appearance in the Men's Royal Rumble Match. Not only that, but he is the WWE Speed Champion, defeating Ricochet for the gold.

Still, one title isn't enough for the Mexican stalwart. Andrade could be the one to step up and challenge LA Knight for the gold. If the Speed Champion wins the Money in the Bank contract, he could even cash in the briefcase on Knight if the latter manages to defeat Paul.

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#3 Grayson Waller may go solo soon

Grayson Waller is among the most hated WWE Superstars today, thanks to his brash and obnoxious personality. Despite his polarizing personality, he is extremely talented and should have a bright future on SmackDown.

The Aussie Icon is one-half of the WWE Tag Team Champions. He is holding the gold alongside Austin Theory. Unfortunately, tension seems to be mounting between the two, and many expect a split sooner rather than later.

If Theory and Waller go their separate ways, the latter could challenge LA Knight for the United States Title. The Aussie Icon has yet to hold a singles title in the company. Moreover, he would make a great foe for The Megastar.

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#2 Carmelo Hayes and LA Knight have had tension

Carmelo Hayes is one of the stars pegged to be the future of WWE. He was a top name in various NXT eras, winning the NXT and North American championships.

Interestingly, Hayes has already had issues with The Megastar. The two have insulted each other on WWE SmackDown on multiple occasions. Moreover, they have also shared the ring in multi-man matches.

Given the tension between the duo, booking them to clash over the United States Title makes a lot of sense. The A-Champion will hold gold on the main roster sooner or later, but could he be the one to dethrone Knight? Only time will tell.

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#1 Jacob Fatu may be the next champion after The Megastar

Jacob Fatu is one of the most imposing and intimidating wrestlers in the world. While he's far from a small man, the fear he strikes is less from his appearance and more from his unmatched intensity and shocking athleticism.

He officially made his WWE debut during the latest episode of Friday Night SmackDown. The Samoan Werewolf aided The Bloodline in taking out Kevin Owens, Cody Rhodes, and Randy Orton. Not only that, but Fatu did so almost completely by himself.

Jacob Fatu is clearly a major threat to the roster, and championship gold likely won't elude him for very long. Given LA Knight's history with The Bloodline, he and Fatu could be enemies immediately. If they engage in a feud, The Samoan Werewolf could win his first title in the company at The Megastar's expense.