Matt Hardy says his brother Jeff Hardy could be taking time off from in-ring competition to deal with a lingering neck injury that has bothered him for roughly a year. The update came directly from Matt during the latest episode of his podcast, Extreme Life with Matt Hardy, in a conversation with host Jon Alba.
According to Matt, Jeff has been dealing with the neck issue since October 2025, when The Hardys wrestled DarkState in a match at WWE NXT Halloween Havoc. Both Fightful and Wrestling Headlines reported on Matt’s comments, with each outlet confirming the same timeline for when the injury first became a factor.
Matt indicated that Jeff could soon step away from competition specifically to focus on treating the neck, though neither Matt’s remarks nor the reporting from Fightful or Wrestling Headlines specified an exact start date for any break, a timetable for his return, or the precise nature of the injury itself. No promotion has issued a formal statement confirming a hiatus, and the sources do not indicate whether Jeff has already stopped wrestling or continues to compete while the issue persists.
Jeff Hardy is currently associated with TNA Wrestling, and Wrestling Headlines specifically framed the potential time away in the context of his TNA commitments. The Hardys’ match against DarkState at NXT Halloween Havoc, where the injury is said to have originated, took place under the WWE NXT banner, underscoring how the Hardy brothers have continued to appear across multiple promotions as a team even as their primary affiliations differ.
Neck injuries carry obvious long-term risk for any professional wrestler, and any extended absence would be notable given Jeff Hardy’s status as a veteran performer whose career has already included numerous physical setbacks over more than two decades in the business. Matt’s comments suggest the decision, if it happens, would be a proactive move to protect his brother’s health rather than the result of a new or acute incident.
As of this report, there is no confirmation from Jeff Hardy himself, from TNA Wrestling, or from WWE regarding a formal hiatus, match cancellations, or a return timeline. We Are Wrestling will continue to follow this story as more details emerge from Jeff, Matt, or either promotion.
