Jade Cargill WWE Plans Put on Hold as Injury Sidelines Her for Several Months

The shocking backstage assault on Jade Cargill during WWE SmackDown has left fans reeling, but new updates suggest the storyline injuries may mask a real setback. Wrestling insider Dave Meltzer revealed in the Sunday Daily Update that Cargill could be sidelined for at least three months—possibly longer—due to a legitimate injury.

“We did get confirmation that Cargill is injured, but the severity wasn’t known internally past those involved in creative were told it will be a minimum of three months out, maybe longer, which is why they released the story of such severe injuries,” Meltzer reported.

This timeline puts Cargill’s highly anticipated push in WWE on hold and raises serious questions about her availability for upcoming marquee events like Survivor Series and beyond.

WWE previously issued a storyline medical update following the SmackDown angle, listing her injuries as “Deep Lumbar Paraspinal Muscle Contusions, a Bruised Kidney, a Sprained MCL, a Tibial Plateau Bone Bruise, and Facial Lacerations.” While fans initially assumed it was part of an angle, reports from Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful Select indicated the attack might have been scripted to cover for a legitimate issue.

Cargill’s absence has already shaken up the WWE Women’s U.S. Title Tournament, with a mystery competitor stepping in to face Michin and Piper Niven. Her absence could also impact future plans, especially if her recovery extends beyond the reported three-month minimum.

As one of WWE’s rising stars, Cargill’s injury is a blow to fans eagerly awaiting her dominance in the division. WWE hasn’t commented on her condition or a concrete return date, leaving the door open for speculation about her future.

What do you think about Jade Cargill’s injury? Will her absence derail her push, or could this build anticipation for a dramatic comeback? Share your thoughts in the comments below!