Bronson Reed Injury: WWE Star Tears Biceps on Raw, Out Indefinitely
Feb. 23, 2026 — Atlanta
WWE wrestler Bronson Reed suffered a legitimate distal biceps tear during his Elimination Chamber qualifier match against Big E on the February 23 episode of WWE Raw at State Farm Arena, announcer Michael Cole confirmed on air, stating Reed is out indefinitely and may require surgery.
The Bronson Reed injury occurred late in the match, forcing WWE to alter plans as Reed sold the arm visibly before the finish. Cole’s announcement highlighted the severity, noting Reed’s absence impacts his push toward Elimination Chamber and WrestleMania 42.
Injury Confirmation and Details
Multiple reports confirmed the legitimacy of the Bronson Reed injury. Cageside Seats detailed how Reed clutched his arm after a suplex spot, leading to his exit from the ring. WrestlingInc specified it as a distal biceps tear, a serious injury often needing surgical repair and months of recovery.
Athlon Sports described the moment: Reed appeared to injure himself attempting a Tsunami splash, exacerbating the arm issue during the high-stakes qualifier.[6]
Yahoo Sports echoed Cole’s broadcast update, with speculation on a lengthy sidelining though no official timeline from WWE.
Impact on WWE Storylines
The Bronson Reed injury derails his momentum in the Elimination Chamber buildup. Bleacher Report covered the fallout alongside other Raw developments, noting Reed’s qualifier loss to Big E now carries real consequences for WrestleMania 42 booking.
411Mania reported the original match plan included a different finish, but the Bronson Reed injury forced an impromptu adjustment, underscoring the unpredictability of live wrestling.
Fan and Community Reaction
Wrestling fans on Reddit’s r/SquaredCircle and r/Wrasslin discussed the Bronson Reed injury extensively, with threads analyzing footage and expressing concern over his recovery.[7] [8]
As of February 24, 2026, WWE has not issued further updates on Reed’s status beyond the Raw announcement.
