Ready for some unexpected TV crossover? WWE is syncing things up in September by moving Monday Night Raw to a 7 p.m. ET start one hour earlier than usual and the timing isn’t random. Meanwhile, WWE superstar Seth Rollins steps into a whole new arena: guest hosting on NFL Network’s Good Morning Football. Let’s break down why fans and ring aficionado alike are buzzing.
Why Move Raw to 7 p.m.? Strategy Overlap with Monday Night Football
For three weeks in September specifically the 15th, 22nd, and 29th Raw will drop the evening match an hour earlier on Netflix. No official statement has surfaced yet from WWE or Netflix, but speculation points to one major reason: avoiding a direct collision with ESPN’s Monday Night Football, which launches at 8 p.m.et
Think of it like shifting your party an hour early to dodge rush-hour traffic it’s the same crowd, just better timing. Even though Raw is now streaming, not on traditional TV, timing still seems to matter especially with WWE’s recent ESPN deal for premium live events.
Seth Rollins Breaks the Ring Now Slinging Jokes at the GMFB Desk
While Raw’s schedule is shaking things up, Seth Rollins is pivoting too this time into football talk. He’s joining the regular lineup on NFL Network’s Good Morning Football and its companion, GMFB: Overtime, for the 2025 NFL season.
As a die-hard Chicago Bears fan (and emotionally invested supporter of young quarterback Caleb Williams), Rollins brings his pro-wrestling charisma to the morning desk. Expect high-energy takes, bold predictions (like a division title or even a Super Bowl for the Bears), and, of course, plenty of mic-drop moments.
Timing Table Sep Schedule vs. Rollins’ GMFB Gig
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Raw in September | Airs at 7 p.m. ET on Sept 15, 22, and 29 one hour earlier than usual |
| Why the change? | Likely to sidestep Monday Night Football kickoff, despite streaming nature |
| Seth Rollins on GMFB | Joins NFL Network’s Good Morning Football and Overtime for 2025 season |
| Rollins’ football angle | Bears fan energy, Caleb Williams hype, engaging TV persona |
Wrapping Up
So there you have it two very different shifts redefining WWE’s landscape this fall. Raw is slightly shifting earlier, likely to dodge football on ESPN, while Seth Rollins trades the ring for the NFL studio, bringing wrestling flair to your morning TV. Both moves show WWE is flexible, creative, and not afraid to blend worlds. Ready to see where each takes you next?