Jacob Fatu reportedly filming for new WWE project amid WWE Television Absence (Image via WWE)
As Jacob Fatu was shockingly hit-and-run by Jaida Parker on the September 28 edition of WWE RAW, fresh reports emerged on Fatu’s WWE status. Fatu was not seen on the October 5, 2026 edition of WWE RAW, and a new backstage report has revealed why the Bloodline member was kept off the show. In the closing segment of RAW, during the September 28 edition, Jaida Parker crashed her car into Jacob Fatu before joining 946 against The Bloodline. It is important to note that WWE Survivor Series: WarGames 2026 is scheduled for November 28, although a match between The Bloodline and 946 has not been officially announced. Stay updated with the latest Asian Games 2026 news , check the Asian Games medal tally and complete Asian Games schedule .
However, the exact nature of the project has not been officially confirmed yet. Actually, as per reports, WWE announced a partnership with ReelShort, a company that produces microdramas, and Fatu, McIntyre, and Hendry are all starring in a new live-action video series for the platform. However, according to reports related to his return to WWE has not been confirmed yet by the company.
The three WWE stars are believed to be in an unspecified show, which could explain why Fatu was written off from television following the car attack angle on RAW, according to Dave Meltzer on Wrestling Observer Radio . “So the Jacob thing, I believe Jacob and Joe Hendry and Drew McIntyre are doing some WWE show … so that explains that angle with Jacob,” he added. Join conversation Share your thoughts in the comments Be respectful · TOI community guidelines His absence comes at a crucial juncture during the Bloodline’s ongoing feud with The 946, where Fatu was seen involved in a confrontation with Royce Keys when a black sedan suddenly struck him, and Jaida Parker was seen emerging from the vehicle, where she revealed that she was behind the attack and declared, “Ain’t nobody safe,” before leaving alongside Keys and the faction of 946.
Reports suggest that the storyline was exclusively designed to temporarily remove the WWE star and assign him a new work related to the company. But there seems to be a major update regarding Jacob Fatu’s absence from WWE. Let’s find out the real reason behind his absence and when Fatu can be expected back inside the ring. Jacob Fatu’s recent absence from WWE television reportedly stems from his involvement in filming a project alongside Drew McIntyre and Joe Hendry. Meltzer also explained that the filming commitment was likely the reason behind Fatu’s temporary absence from WWE television. Meltzer further stated, “The reason he [Fatu]’s out is storyline related, in the sense it wasn’t a cover for being out, but the storyline was to run him over as a part of the storyline regardless. The project is part of the company’s growing efforts to expand its content beyond traditional wrestling programming. This angle actually raised questions about Fatu’s status and whether WWE was planning to sideline him from the TV for an extended period. Meanwhile, speculation is also hinting at the growing tensions between the two factions, which could lead to a WarGames match at Survivor Series later this year. Get the latest Sports News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.