WWE made a move to bolster its Next In Line program.
In December 2021, WWE announced the launch of the NIL program, which centers around the company recruiting and developing collegiate athletes into potential superstars. In June, WWE announced the second class of recruits.
As reported by Scott Felstead of Muscle & Fitness, WWE is partnering with Exos, a leader in the field of "honing human performance. The partnership is expected to give recruits plenty of resources as they aim to reach their athletic potential. Per Felstead, NIL recruits will be able to learn and train at Exos facilities, which are located around the United States. Exos already works with numerous athletes, including NFL draft picks and Olympians.
James Kimball, WWE Head of Talent Operations and Strategy, commented on the partnership in an interview with Muscle & Fitness and stated that working with Exos will enhance NIL athletes' experience as they make the jump to WWE.
“An industry leader in sports performance, Exos will help enhance our NIL athletes’ experience as they transition from college athletics to WWE,” said Kimball.
Additionally, WWE NIL athletes will benefit from the Exos Athlete Experience Program, which has plenty of partners in sports science and data. This program tests the participants on a number of factors, including performance, body composition, and physical therapy testing. Using this data, the program then produces custom plans for each athlete that are designed to optimize training.
“Exos is thrilled to team up with the WWE in an effort to meet its next generation of athletes on their journey in order to ensure success—physically and mentally—and continuity of care,” Exos CEO Sarah Robb O’Hagan said.
Tank Ledger recently discussed signing his WWE NIL deal. More information is available here.
Big E commented on scouting college athletes at WWE tryouts. Click here to see what he had to say.
Triple H previously shared his thoughts on how the NIL program gives WWE a chance to find the superstars of tomorrow. Check out his comments here.
