Backstage Update: WWE’s Street Profits Could Be Returning Soon – Creative Talks Heat Up After Months Away
Wrestling fans have been asking the same question for months: Where are The Street Profits? Montez Ford and Angelo Dawkins, once staples of the SmackDown tag division, vanished from television screens in late 2025. Their last WWE TV appearance came on the October 24 episode of Main Event, where they picked up a quick win over Los Garza.
Now, fresh reports suggest the wait might finally be ending.
According to sources close to Creative, The Street Profits have been discussed in recent backstage meetings. A return to WWE programming could happen in the near future. No firm timeline exists yet—especially with WrestleMania 42 looming—but the team is back on the radar.
Here’s the kicker: this isn’t about injury drama. Multiple outlets, including Fightful Select via WrestleVotes Radio and earlier notes from Dave Meltzer in the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, confirm neither Ford nor Dawkins has been sidelined by health issues. WWE simply pulled them off TV to “freshen up” the act and prevent burnout after a strong 2025 run.
Why The Street Profits Disappeared in the First Place
The duo held the WWE Tag Team Championships for 119 days earlier last year, from March until July, before dropping the belts to The Wyatt Sicks (Joe Gacy and Dexter Lumis). They got another shot at Clash in Paris later that month but came up short. Signs of tension showed between Ford and Dawkins during that match, but WWE dropped the angle entirely.
Instead of pushing forward, the company opted for a reset. By October, they were gone from the main roster on TV. They popped up briefly on a few NXT live events in January 2026 to shake off ring rust—nothing major, just house show work.
A veteran WWE insider told us off the record: “They weren’t hurt, and it wasn’t punishment. Creative felt the tag division needed breathing room, and The Profits needed a break to come back stronger. Sometimes you park a hot act so it doesn’t cool off from overuse.”
Fans speculated everything from contract disputes to solo pushes, but sources shut that down. This was a deliberate creative pause.
What’s Next? Return Talks and Potential Impact
The latest buzz comes straight from WrestleVotes Radio on Fightful Select (reported March 19, 2026). Creative has actively talked about bringing them back. Whether that means a surprise appearance before WrestleMania or a post-Mania rebuild remains unclear.
What this means for fans is renewed hope. The Street Profits bring high-energy athleticism and charisma that the current tag scene—dominated by groups like MFT (Solo Sikoa and Tama Tonga) holding the titles—could use. A fresh feud with The Wyatt Sicks, a chase for the belts, or even a subtle heel turn could spark interest.
They’ve stayed in shape, too. Reports from earlier this year noted training sessions at the Dungeon 2.0 in Florida with Natalya and TJ Wilson. No ring rust here.
But that’s not all—timing matters. WrestleMania 42 is the biggest stage, and WWE often saves big returns for around that window. If The Profits miss the ‘Mania go-home shows, expect a hot debut in April or May to kick off the new season.
A longtime wrestling journalist who covers WWE backstage added, “These guys are too talented to sit forever. The reset worked for teams like DIY and others. When they come back, it’ll feel earned—not forced.”
The Bigger Picture for WWE’s Tag Division
The tag team landscape on SmackDown has shifted dramatically since The Street Profits stepped away. New faces and factions have taken over, but the division often thrives when versatile teams like Ford and Dawkins mix in. Their high-flying style contrasts with powerhouse groups, creating natural rivalries.
Fans have flooded social media with #WhereAreTheProfits and calls for their return. The absence created a void—especially after their title reign showed main-event potential.
For now, patience is key. But the wheels are turning.
Final Thought: The Street Profits aren’t forgotten—they’ve been strategically sidelined. With creative discussions underway and no injuries holding them back, their comeback feels closer than ever. WWE knows how to build anticipation, and this could lead to one of the more exciting tag stories of 2026.
What do you think—should The Street Profits return as faces chasing gold, or shake things up with a new edge? Drop your take in the comments below, and share this if you’re ready for Ford and Dawkins to flip the tag division upside down!