Bryan Danielson’s wrestling career is on the line after suffering a serious neck injury. The former AEW World Champion recently admitted on the “Nikki & Brie” podcast that his future in the ring is uncertain, as the severity of his neck problem dictates his next actions.
According to Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Danielson is looking into stem cell treatment as an alternative to surgery. If this fails, the veteran wrestler may have to spend a long time recovering. Neck procedures of this sort might sideline athletes for a year or more, depending on the extent of the damage and the difficulty of the procedure.
Despite the oncoming uncertainty, Danielson’s enthusiasm for professional wrestling remains unwavering. He admitted to still waking up in the middle of the night with new ideas for matches and storylines, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to the art form.
For those wondering why Danielson never stated definitively that he was retiring forever, it’s because he does intend to wrestle occasionally. Obviously, his neck troubles will limit what he can and cannot do in the ring if he decides to wrestle again.
