WWE Releases: 5 Superstars who could be on their way out

#2 Luke Harper

Luke Harper

Unlike many WWE stars who wind up in NXT, Luke Harper was a ten year veteran of the ring before he inked his first WWE contract.

Known by a variety of names but most frequently as Brodie Lee, the big man may look like a typical 'redneck' but is actually a top tier, elite athlete capable of performing moves that men half his size cannot, such as his insanely high drop kick.

He has also demonstrated an ability to keep up with, and even out-wrestle, much smaller athletes in the cruiserweight category. When the Wyatt Family first broke up, it seemed like Harper had a shot at reaching the main event, but an untimely injury derailed his momentum, and a hasty Wyatt family reunion didn't do much for him, either.

Why he might be released soon: Harper, while quite powerful, doesn't have the rippling musculature of men like John Cena, and isn't considered photogenic by the WWE. He has also suffered several untimely injuries.

What he might do upon his release: Luke Harper could probably find employment in just about any wrestling organization out there, from ROH to AEW to New Japan, but he has been dabbling in acting roles, so Hollywood might be his next stop should his release be given.