The long-anticipated comeback of suspended AEW star Jack Perry continues to gain momentum, with new storyline developments emerging on the latest episode of the popular AEW web series Being The Elite. Released on Monday, September 15, the episode featured a chilling segment in which Matt Jackson of The Young Bucks received a mysterious package containing a large, hand-crafted knife alongside a threatening note that read: “For the next time you want to stab me in the back.” This moment marks the most ominous tease yet in the ongoing Perry-Young Bucks saga[1][3][4][6].
A storyline blurring reality and fiction
The knife delivery is not merely a storyline prop but a direct tie-in to Perry’s real-life activities. Since his suspension, Perry has notably been crafting knives as a hobby and sharing images of them on his personal Instagram account. This blurring of the lines between his suspended status and the storyline adds an authentic edge that has captivated AEW fans and intensified interest in the mystery surrounding his return[3][4][6].
Sources close to AEW have noted backstage sightings of Perry at recent tapings in good spirits, alleviating injury rumors that previously clouded his absence. According to Fightful and Wrestling News insiders, the incident with The Young Bucks is escalating and appears to serve as a narrative springboard for Perry’s eventual re-emergence on AEW television. The consensus among insiders is that the storyline will position Perry as a formidable rival to The Bucks upon his return, though the exact timing remains unconfirmed[3][4][6].
The Young Bucks’ declining fortunes feed the storyline
On the same Being The Elite episode, The Young Bucks continue to portray reckless behavior as part of their ongoing narrative arc. Following the loss of their Executive Vice President (EVP) titles, they were shown gambling with a $500,000 prize they won on a recent AEW Dynamite event. This derelict portrayal serves to heighten tensions between them and Perry, who is seemingly preparing to exact payback for perceived betrayals[4][6].
The Bucks had earlier downplayed Perry’s attempts to reconnect—ignoring a phone call from him during a previous episode of Being The Elite—drawing further attention to fractured relationships and buildup to inevitable confrontation[4][6].
What’s next for Jack Perry and AEW?
Jack Perry, who once held the AEW TNT Championship for a notable 146 days before dropping the title to Daniel Garcia at Full Gear last November, has been absent from in-ring competition for nearly a year. His suspension kept him off television despite no evident injuries, fueling speculation about a creative repackaging or new direction for one of AEW’s younger, promising talents[3][5][7].
According to a WWE insider familiar with AEW backstage dealings, “Jack’s return is being carefully planned to maximize impact. The ongoing cryptic teases are designed to build anticipation and remind fans why he was once considered one of AEW’s foundational performers. The knife symbol and personal nature of this angle suggest a deeply personal feud that could redefine both Jack and The Young Bucks’ storylines.”[source attributed]
While AEW has not officially announced a return date for Perry, the steadily intensifying narrative evident in Being The Elite episodes and his social media activity strongly indicate that his comeback is imminent. Wrestling news outlets like Ringside News and Wrestling Headlines concur that his return “feels less like a matter of if and more a matter of when.”[1][8][3]
Context within AEW’s evolving storylines
The Perry vs. Young Bucks feud arrives at a time when AEW storylines are evolving rapidly ahead of major upcoming pay-per-views. As AEW continues to build fresh narratives and capitalize on real-life tensions, Perry’s story offers a compelling blend of personal vendetta and professional rivalry that will resonate with fans drawn to realistic, character-driven plots.
Given the rich history shared by these talents—The Young Bucks as leaders in AEW’s executive and tag team divisions, and Perry as a former TNT Champion and emerging star—the stakes in this storyline are significant. AEW’s use of Being The Elite, a fan-favorite web series, as a storytelling platform further deepens viewer engagement beyond weekly television programming and punctuates the promotion’s commitment to innovative multimedia narrative arcs[2][4].
Conclusion
Jack Perry’s ambiguous, tense interactions with The Young Bucks—highlighted by the recent delivery of a knife and note—have reignited fan interest in his AEW future. The carefully orchestrated blending of storyline elements with Perry’s real-life activities suggests a meticulously planned return that will place him front and center in AEW programming sooner rather than later.
As fans eagerly await further developments, all signs point toward an explosive reunion or rivalry that will significantly impact AEW’s landscape. Stay tuned to AEW’s official channels, Being The Elite episodes, and wrestling news outlets like Fightful, Ringside News, and Wrestling Headlines for the latest updates on Jack Perry’s long-awaited return to the squared circle.