Backstage Report Details WWE's Position on Corey Graves Following RAW Return

A new report provides an update on Corey Graves’ standing within WWE following his return to the RAW commentary team.

Backstage Report Details WWE’s Position on Corey Graves Following RAW Return
  • Corey Graves has been reinstated as Michael Cole's commentary partner on WWE RAW, replacing Pat McAfee.
  • Graves' return to RAW was well-received backstage following a positive performance at the Worlds Collide event.
  • Previous frustrations over his January 2025 move to NXT are now resolved, with Graves having also filled in on SmackDown last year.
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A new report provides an update on Corey Graves’ standing within WWE following his return to the RAW commentary team.

Article Body: A report from PWInsider offers insight into Corey Graves’ current standing within WWE, a status that has reportedly improved following a well-received performance at the Worlds Collide event. This development comes as Graves has been reinstated as the commentary partner for Michael Cole on WWE RAW.

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On the most recent broadcast of the Monday night program, Graves officially replaced Pat McAfee at the announcer’s desk. The backstage reception to Graves’ return to the role was positive, according to the report.

This change marks a significant shift from earlier in the year. A commentary team reorganization in January 2025 resulted in Graves being moved to the NXT brand, where he joined Vic Joseph and Booker T. Following that assignment to the developmental brand, Graves had publicly expressed frustration in a social media post.

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The PWInsider report indicates that any previous issues surrounding his move to NXT are now considered largely resolved. Last year, Graves had also provided commentary for Friday Night SmackDown alongside Michael Cole during a prior absence of Pat McAfee.

READ MORE: Corey Graves’ Absence from This Week’s WWE NXT Explained

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