— Nick Wayne (@thenickwayne) July 24, 2023

A third-generation wrestler, Nick Wayne’s recent foray into AEW hasn’t gone without some skepticism. Some, like former referee Nick Patrick, say that the wrestler’s early start makes him worried about Wayne’s longevity.

“When you’re that young, your bones and stuff are still developing,” Patrick said last week, noting that despite the predetermined nature, professional wrestling can be hard on the body. “To be starting at that age when your bones are still growing and developing, he’ll be getting injuries that could last him for the rest of his life at 14, 15 years old.”