Kevin Knight’s association with the Don Callis Family has taken him far away from the version of JetSpeed that once stood alongside “Speedball” Mike Bailey, but Knight is not ruling out a reunion somewhere down the road.
Speaking on The Tap Out Tea, Knight reflected on his history with Bailey, the opportunities the duo shared in AEW, and the decision to move into a more individual direction. Knight maintained that the separation was important to his growth, even as he made clear that Bailey remains someone he respects deeply.
The comments are notable because JetSpeed’s breakup was not framed as an amicable career adjustment. Knight betrayed Bailey and aligned himself with the Don Callis Family, a development that put the two men on opposite sides. Still, Knight’s latest remarks suggest that the personal connection built before and during their AEW run has not been entirely erased by the rivalry.
Bailey’s Influence on Knight’s Career
Knight explained that his bond with Bailey predates their time together in AEW. He described Bailey as an experienced influence who helped him adjust to bigger situations and stronger levels of competition.
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“Speedball, we go way back, even before AEW,” Knight said on The Tap Out Tea. “He was such an influence on my career, because he’s been wrestling twice, three times longer than I have. So he’s shown me the ropes.”
For Knight, the value of teaming with Bailey was not limited to building chemistry as a tandem. It also meant being placed in prominent matches against and alongside some of AEW’s most established names. Knight pointed to the Young Bucks, Kenny Omega, Will Ospreay and FTR as examples of the level of opponents and teammates JetSpeed encountered.
That experience matters in evaluating Knight’s comments about wanting to strike out on his own. A young wrestler can benefit enormously from working beside a trusted partner, particularly one with Bailey’s range and experience. At the same time, the desire to prove oneself outside of that partnership can become unavoidable once bigger opportunities begin to arrive.
Knight said those major matchups helped both members of JetSpeed develop. The team was able to share high-pressure moments while gaining exposure to top-tier talent, but Knight ultimately believed he had reached a point where remaining in the partnership was no longer the right move for him.
“We got to share those experiences, and we grew a lot,” Knight said. “But I felt like I was ready to go on my own. I had to cut the chord, had to cut the dead weight. Ever since then, Jet been flying high.”
The language is consistent with the confidence Knight has displayed since joining the Don Callis Family. He has presented himself as someone unwilling to be defined by a tag team, even one that helped raise his profile. Knight’s position is that JetSpeed gave him valuable experience, but that his current trajectory requires him to stand independently.
A Breakup That Did Not Remove the Respect
There is a clear contrast between Knight’s public character direction and his personal assessment of Bailey. In storyline terms, Knight believes Bailey picked “the wrong side of history.” He has also dismissed his former partner as weight he needed to shed. Yet when the conversation turned to whether JetSpeed could reunite, Knight did not close the door.
During a rapid-fire portion of the interview, Knight was asked if he would ever consider teaming with Bailey again. Rather than give a decisive yes or no, Knight leaned on one of professional wrestling’s most familiar phrases: never say never.
“You know, in wrestling we love to say ‘never say never,’” Knight said. “But Speedball chose the wrong side of history as of now. He’s always good in my heart. I have no ill will towards Speedball, so I’m going to leave that question unanswered.”
That answer leaves plenty of room for interpretation. Knight did not say a JetSpeed reunion is planned, nor did he suggest that he and Bailey are preparing to put their issues aside. He simply acknowledged that circumstances in wrestling can change, especially when former allies have a history that extends beyond one alliance or one feud.
For now, the more immediate reality is that Knight and Bailey remain separated by Knight’s Don Callis Family affiliation. The group has become central to Knight’s current identity, and his comments emphasized satisfaction with his present position. Bailey, meanwhile, is still viewed by Knight as a major figure in his development, despite being on the opposing side of their current conflict.
What Made JetSpeed Work
JetSpeed was built around a natural stylistic fit. Bailey’s striking, speed and extensive experience complemented Knight’s athleticism and explosiveness. The pairing gave both performers opportunities to showcase a fast-paced approach while also taking on established teams and major singles stars.
Knight’s recollection of working with the Young Bucks, FTR, Omega and Ospreay illustrates why the partnership could be seen as an important platform for both men. Those are the kinds of opponents who test a team’s timing, resilience and ability to perform under attention. Even when a tag team does not remain intact forever, those matchups can shape the next stage of each wrestler’s career.
That shared development is likely why Knight’s answer about Bailey carried more nuance than a standard breakup response. He can argue that he needed to leave JetSpeed behind while still recognizing that Bailey helped him reach the point where he could pursue larger singles goals. Those ideas are not necessarily contradictory, even if the manner of the split created a much sharper divide.
It is also worth noting that Knight did not frame Bailey as an enemy in personal terms. His criticism was directed toward Bailey’s current choice of side, while his praise focused on their longstanding relationship and Bailey’s importance as a mentor-like presence. That distinction could become meaningful if AEW ever chooses to revisit their shared history.
No Reunion Confirmed, but No Final Rejection Either
Professional wrestling is filled with former partners who eventually find common ground again, whether for one match, a longer run or a moment of mutual respect. Knight’s answer does not guarantee JetSpeed will follow that path. There is no indication that a reunion has been arranged or that the team’s split is nearing a conclusion.
However, Knight’s refusal to issue a definitive rejection keeps the possibility alive. His current focus is clearly on his own ascent and his place with the Don Callis Family. By his own account, he felt he had to leave the team to prove that he could fly without Bailey beside him.
At the same time, he remains willing to acknowledge the foundation Bailey helped provide. Knight’s remarks on The Tap Out Tea show that, beneath the betrayal and the opposing allegiances, he still has respect for the man who shared the ring with him as one half of JetSpeed.
For supporters of the team, that may be the most significant takeaway. JetSpeed is not active in its previous form, and Knight is not promising that it will return. But he also is not treating the partnership as a closed chapter. In a business where alliances can shift quickly, Knight has left enough space for a future reunion if the right moment arrives.
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