WWE NXT: Predictions for the 2020 Year-End Awards 

NXT Male Competitor of the Year

Plenty of NXT stars deserve this award.

Adam Cole

Johnny Gargano

Keith Lee

WALTER

Finn Balor

Tommaso Ciampa

Keith Lee capped off his impressive rise to the top by ending Adam Cole's historic 403-day reign as the NXT Champion. "The Limitless One" became the black-and-gold brand's first-ever double singles champion.

These are undoubtledLEE our double champion @RealKeithLee's best victories! #NXTTop5 #BaskInHisGlory pic.twitter.com/1i1KCDRjjY

— WWE NXT (@WWENXT) July 11, 2020

During his run in NXT, Lee exuded confidence, and he always carried himself like a Superstar. He was even treated as Brock Lesnar's equal at WWE Royal Rumble, as he went toe to toe with "The Beast Incarnate." Though his transition to WWE's flagship show has been disappointing, Lee still remains a major attraction. He's the clear pick for this award.

Our Pick: Keith Lee

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NXT Overall Competitor of the Year

"At #NXTNYE, The #NXTTitle comes BACK to the #UndisputedERA!" - @AdamColePro BOOM. 💥 #WWENXT #NXTAwardTag #UndisputedERA #NXTAwardMale #AdamCole pic.twitter.com/zIwQydqOIu

— WWE NXT (@WWENXT) December 24, 2020

Adam Cole

Candice LeRae

Dakota Kai

Finn Bálor

Io Shirai

Johnny Gargano

Kay Lee Ray

Keith Lee

Rhea Ripley

Tegan Nox

Tommaso Ciampa

WALTER

Adam Cole has been NXT's MVP for the better part of 2020. Alongside the Undisputed ERA, he has succeeded in his mission of shocking the system ever since he arrived on WWE NXT. Looking back over the past 12 months, 2020 was arguably Cole's best year on the black-and-gold brand.

Oooooooo, @AdamColePro has been waiting a 𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘨 time for this moment. #NXTTakeOver #WarGames @PatMcAfeeShow pic.twitter.com/yJzqvuDpQl

— WWE NXT (@WWENXT) December 7, 2020

He has been the greatest champion in NXT history. His track record of remarkable title defenses is unmatched. Plus, he regularly elevates the talents he shares the ring with. These are just a few of the many reasons that Cole has been NXT's top star this year.

Our Pick: Adam Cole