Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Bron Breakker

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Bron Breakker made an impact.

Bron Breakker, born Bronson Rechsteiner, is a professional wrestler currently signed to WWE's Raw brand. Prior to wrestling, he played football. In WWE, he's achieved significant success, holding the WWE Intercontinental Championship twice. He is also a former two-time NXT Champion, and has held the NXT Tag Team Championship once. Breakker represents a new generation of WWE talent, quickly rising through the ranks to become a prominent figure in the company.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2016: Won Georgia State Championship

In 2016, Bronson Rechsteiner won the Georgia Class AAAAAA state championship in wrestling in the 220 lb weight class, demonstrating his athletic ability early on.

2017: Moved to Offense

In 2017, while playing football for the Kennesaw State Owls, Bronson Rechsteiner transitioned from special teams and defense to offense, playing as a running back.

February 2020: Entered NFL Draft

In February 2020, Bronson Rechsteiner entered the National Football League Draft, hoping to pursue a career in professional football.

April 2020: Signed with Baltimore Ravens

In April 2020, Bronson Rechsteiner was signed by the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted free agent fullback, marking his entry into the NFL.

August 2020: Released by Baltimore Ravens

In August 2020, Bronson Rechsteiner was released by the Baltimore Ravens, ending his brief stint in professional football.

October 8, 2020: Professional Wrestling Debut

On October 8, 2020, Bronson Rechsteiner made his professional wrestling debut at the "WrestleJam 8" event in Ringgold, Georgia, where he defeated Jamie Hall, marking the beginning of his wrestling career.

February 2021: Signed with WWE

In February 2021, WWE announced that Bronson Rechsteiner had signed a developmental contract with the company, marking a significant step in his wrestling career.

September 14, 2021: NXT In-Ring Debut

On September 14, 2021, Bronson Rechsteiner wrestled his first match for WWE on NXT under the name Bron Breakker, defeating LA Knight and then staring down NXT Champion Tommaso Ciampa, marking the start of his NXT career.

November 2021: WWE UK Tour

In November 2021, Bron Breakker participated in WWE's tour of the United Kingdom, gaining international exposure early in his WWE career.

January 4, 2022: Wins NXT Championship

On January 4, 2022, at NXT New Year's Evil, Bron Breakker defeated Tommaso Ciampa by submission to win the NXT Championship for the first time, marking a major career milestone.

April 4, 2022: Wins NXT Championship for Second Time

On April 4, 2022, Bron Breakker defeated Dolph Ziggler on Monday Night Raw to win the NXT Championship for a second time, further solidifying his status in NXT.

2022: Named "Rookie of the Year"

In 2022, Bronson Rechsteiner was voted "Rookie of the Year" by readers of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, recognizing his early impact in professional wrestling.

January 10, 2023: Retains NXT Championship

On January 10, 2023, at NXT New Year's Evil, Bron Breakker defeated Grayson Waller via countout to retain the NXT Championship.

April 4, 2023: Turned Heel

On the April 4, 2023 episode of NXT, Bron Breakker attacked Carmelo Hayes, turning heel and marking a shift in his character.

January 2024: Forms Tag Team with Baron Corbin

In January 2024, Bron Breakker began teaming with Baron Corbin, eventually winning the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic tournament and the NXT Tag Team Championship.