#8 Keith Lee

WWE may have some big plans for Keith Lee. The former independent sensation has been on a roll in NXT in recent months and was a standout during the Survivor Series build, as well an incredible showing in the inter-promotional match itself.
And it isn't just those behind the scenes in NXT who have faith in the Limitless one, but WWE Backstage analyst CM Punk noted on the most recent episode that he wants Keith Lee to not just enter the Rumble, but win it as well. Now, to be honest, I can't see Keith Lee winning the match, but with his recent success on NXT by winning the NXT North American Championship, I don't think a Rumble spot is out of the question.
With how dominant Lee is, I could also see him win over many casual WWE fans also if he was booked to his strengths upon being a possible entrant. If anyone in NXT is going to be in the Royal Rumble, I imagine it would be Keith Lee and I don't think anyone would have the slightest problem with that.