Jeff Cobb, the powerhouse known for his incredible blend of strength and agility, has officially concluded his tenure with New Japan Pro-Wrestling and is now widely anticipated to debut in WWE. This expectation persists despite a recent, cryptic social media post from Cobb hinting at retirement.Cobb's departure from NJPW was finalized after he was granted his release, culminating in his last match for the promotion on April 19, 2025, a swift loss to wrestling legend Hiroshi Tanahashi.Industry reports from WrestleVotes Radio indicate that Cobb is expected to bypass the NXT developmental system and head straight to WWE's main roster relatively soon. His name is reportedly "already being floated in WWE creative circles," suggesting plans for his arrival are actively being discussed.The report also touched upon internal WWE discussions regarding Cobb's placement. While some in NXT advocated for bringing him in due to his leadership qualities and the brand's perceived need for established male stars, the prevailing push was reportedly for a main roster spot, largely factoring in his age.More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon ConfrontationAmidst this strong speculation about his WWE arrival, Cobb himself took to social media with a message that seemed to suggest otherwise. He posted a picture of himself looking out at the ocean: "16 years is a long time to work, Happy Retirement to me.... I'll let the waves take me to my next destination. Can I wade in your water, until I catch your wave."While acknowledging his long career, this "retirement" announcement is largely viewed within the industry as a playful misdirection before his likely WWE debut.Cobb's path to pro wrestling stardom is distinctive. He first gained recognition as an accomplished amateur wrestler, impressively representing Guam in freestyle wrestling during the 2004 Summer Olympics. He transitioned to the professional ranks in 2009, building a formidable resume globally.Fans may remember him as the monstrous Matanza Cueto in Lucha Underground. He also significantly impacted Ring of Honor (ROH), debuting in 2018 and quickly capturing the ROH World Television Championship from Punishment Martinez (now WWE's Damian Priest).His longest recent tenure was with NJPW, signing in 2019 and becoming a key Will Ospreay's United Empire faction member. Cobb was a regular highlight in the demanding G1 Climax tournaments, engaging in memorable bouts with top stars like Kazuchika Okada and Hiroshi Tanahashi.He also captured the NJPW Tag Team Championship with stablemate Great-O-Khan. He even made a brief, impactful appearance in All Elite Wrestling (AEW) in 2020 as a mercenary for Chris Jericho.More WWE News: WWE Superstar Reveals He Was Asked To Change Physical Appearance WWE Has Big Plans for Alexa Bliss: Report WWE Hall Of Famer Returns In Backstage Role For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports.