NFL teams want WWE star Danhausen involved in their season after he played a pivotal part in the New York Knicks' championship.
WWE Superstar Danhausen, who was part of the New York Knicks' championship, with NFL logo.
WWE Superstar Danhausen, who was part of the New York Knicks' championship, with NFL logo.
Following the New York Knicks' win streak and championship after WWE Superstar Danhausen lifted his “curse” on them, several NFL teams want to partner with him.
WrestleVotes on Fightful Select reports that at least three teams have “inquired about potential promotion partnerships” with the “Very Nice, Very Evil” Superstar. This would include in-stadium appearances at games.
There is also an expectation that Fanatics will run a “crossover line” during the season with Danhausen and NFL teams. It will certainly be a situation to monitor for WWE and football fans.
What NFL teams reached out to WWE about Danhausen after the Knicks' championship?
NFL logo on field before Pittsburgh Steelers-New York Jets preseason game.
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The NFL teams that reached out about collaborating with Danhausen were not named. Technically, he has an in with the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Jags' chief football strategy officer is Tony Khan, the owner and head booker of Danhausen's last employer, AEW. However, it's unknown whether or not the Jaguars reached out.
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Obviously, having Danhausen involved with your team is a good sign. He became an integral part of the Knicks' championship run over the summer.
After lifting his “curse” of the team, the Knicks won 13 games in a row. Their win streak lasted through the Eastern Conference Semifinals and Finals on their way to the NBA Finals.
Any team would love to have similar luck. Danhausen's presence with the Knicks brought a lot of publicity and attention to the team as they won a championship.
Whether or not Danhausen's “curses” are real, he undoubtedly is a big draw for WWE. He jumped ship from AEW to WWE earlier in the year. He had spent the last four years with AEW since making his debut in January 2022. Since then, he has become one of the company's top merchandise sellers. His part in the Knicks' championship run bolstered his popularity to new heights.
Andrew Korpan is the lead entertainment editor and film critic for ClutchPoints. Residing in Philadelphia, Andrew is an award-winning journalist with previous bylines at Collider, Above the Line, and Below the Line.