Austin Theory has quickly become one of WWE’s fastest-rising young stars since debuting on the main roster in 2020. As his profile continues to grow, many fans are curious about the details of Theory’s WWE contract, including its rumored expiration date and other key information.
Here, we examine what is currently known about Austin Theory’s WWE deal and contract status.
Austin Theory’s WWE Career So Far
NXT Beginnings
Austin Theory first signed with WWE in August 2019, joining the NXT brand. He made his NXT television debut in December 2019 and quickly became a featured performer on the then-black-and-gold brand.
Main Roster Call-Up
In April 2020, Theory was called up to the main roster as part of the RAW brand. He aligned himself with Seth Rollins and became involved in high-profile storylines right away.
Rise to Prominence
Over the past few years, Theory has steadily risen up the card in WWE. Some of his major accomplishments so far include:
- Winning the United States Championship
- Capturing the Money in the Bank briefcase in 2022
- Feuding with top stars like John Cena and Seth Rollins
- Becoming one of the youngest WWE champions ever at age 25
Rumored Details of Austin Theory’s WWE Contract
While WWE does not publicly disclose the specifics of talent contracts, some details about Theory’s deal have been reported by other wrestling news outlets.
It’s important to note that this information is based on rumors and reports, not officially confirmed facts.
Rumored Contract Length
According to reports, Austin Theory likely signed a standard 3-5 year contract when he first joined WWE in 2019. This would put his original contract expiration sometime between 2022-2024.
However, given Theory’s rapid push and success on the main roster, it’s very possible WWE has already signed him to a contract extension or new long-term deal. The company typically tries to lock up rising stars to longer contracts.
Estimated Salary
While Theory’s exact salary is not public knowledge, estimates based on comparable WWE talent contracts suggest he is likely earning between $250,000 – $500,000 per year as base pay.
This does not include bonuses, merchandise royalties, and other potential income sources. As Theory continues to be featured more prominently, his salary will likely increase substantially with future contract negotiations.
Rumored Expiration Date
IF Theory did sign a standard 3-year deal in 2019, his original contract may have been set to expire in late 2022. However, there have been no credible reports of Theory’s contract actually expiring or him becoming a free agent anytime soon.
The most likely scenario is that WWE has already extended Theory’s contract or signed him to a new multi-year deal, potentially running through 2025 or beyond. The company clearly views him as a major star for the future. We will update this page as and when details of his contract status become more readily available.
