Colby Corino Free Agent After NWA Contract Ends

Colby Corino, a 29-year-old professional wrestler and son of ECW legend Steve Corino, has become a free agent following the expiration of his contract with the National Wrestling Alliance on January 1, 2026. The development comes as Corino continues his recovery from emergency spinal surgery, drawing immediate inquiries from major promotions including WWE and All Elite Wrestling.

Corino's deal with the NWA ended quietly while he focused on rehabilitation after the procedure in August 2025. His last match occurred on July 27, 2025, at America's Most Liked Wrestling's Battle Scars event, where he teamed with Shane Williams in a loss to tag team champions AJ Francis and Bojack. The injury sidelined the former NWA World Junior Heavyweight Champion, who had been a mainstay in the promotion since joining in 2019. During his time there, Corino established himself as a reliable performer known for his technical skills and consistency.

Reports indicate that representatives from WWE and AEW have reached out to inquire about Corino's availability, though formal negotiations have not been confirmed. Corino has prior ties to WWE, having made two appearances for the company and nearly signing...