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Only one member of The New Day is currently active on the WWE roster, Big E is featured as a singles competitor on Friday Night SmackDown while Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods are out of action.
Wrestlevotes has obtained details on an idea WWE creative had to bring re-introduce Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods. According to the report, Kofi Kingston would return to RAW, while Big E remained on SmackDown. Xavier Woods would serve in a managerial role, and work on both brands. This idea was discussed, but ultimately turned down.
Interesting idea that was discussed but turned down: Kofi Kingston would return to RAW, while Big E stays on SmackDown. Both remain part of New Day, including gear & music. Just on separate brands. Another twist: Xavier Woods would serve as a manager type appearing on both shows.
Xavier Woods suffered an achilles tendon injury last fall during an overseas tour.Kofi Kingston has been off television since the end of July. His return to action date has yet to be revealed.