Carmelo Hayes Joined 946 on Raw – Here’s Why He Made the Jump

Carmelo Hayes is reportedly in 946 because Royce Keys asked for him.

Carmelo Hayes Joins 946 Key Facts

Hayes was revealed as the group’s newest member on the Oct. 12 episode of Raw. His interference helped 946 beat The Usos and Solo Sikoa in a six-man tag match, per F4W.

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Keys Made the Call

False Finish reported that Keys requested WWE bring Hayes into the group, and that Hayes was kept off TV while the story was built.

Hayes’ Time Away

Hayes had been off WWE TV for nearly two months. His last match was on the Aug. 14 SmackDown against Baron Corbin for the United States Championship, per F4W. In the lead-up to his return, he blacked out his X profile picture, which fueled speculation among fans.

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What It Means for 946

Hayes gives 946 another established name as its rivalry with The Usos and Sikoa continues on Raw. He joins Keys, Bronco Nima, Lucien Price and Jaida Parker.

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This story was originally published October 13, 2026 at 4:15 PM.