Big E Confirms Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods Have 90-Day Non-Competes Following WWE Departures

The New Day is down to one. Kofi Kingston and Austin Creed — better known as Xavier Woods — both departed WWE in early May 2026 after more than 15 years apiece with the company. Now their longtime partner and fellow New Day co-founder Big E has spoken publicly about the exits, and confirmed that both men are subject to 90-day non-compete clauses.

Big E remains under contract with WWE, making him the sole active member of one of the most beloved acts in modern wrestling history. The New Day’s run together dates back well over a decade, during which the trio collected tag team gold, built a passionate fanbase, and became one of the most enduring factions the company has seen in the modern era. Kingston’s career highlights include a celebrated WWE Championship reign, while Creed carved out his own identity both in the ring and through his long-running UpUpDownDown gaming channel on YouTube.

With the 90-day non-compete confirmed, Kingston and Creed won’t be able to appear for rival promotions until roughly early August 2026 at the earliest. The countdown will naturally make their post-WWE futures one of the more closely watched stories in the industry over the coming months. Where two veterans of their caliber land — whether together or separately — figures to generate significant attention whenever they’re finally free to sign on the dotted line.

For now, Big E carries the New Day banner alone, and the wrestling world waits to see what the next chapter looks like for two of its most popular performers.