
Mickie James may have fallen short against Asuka at NXT TakeOver: Toronto, but she impressed enough to earn herself an extended deal with WWE, according to reports emerging this week.
News broke earlier in the week courtesy of Ryan Satin at Pro Wrestling Sheet, who noted that James has been offered a full-time contract and that the deal was waiting for her to sign, should she choose.
Well, now it seems that WWE officials got their reply, as PWInsider (h/t 411Mania) have revealed that James has signed a "multiyear deal" with the company.
What's more, it seems as if she'll be working Tuesday nights, as the report goes on to mention that James will be drafted to SmackDown.
That is a huge boost for the blue brand. There are already some good, experienced workers on that show like Nikki Bella and Natalya, but the return of James gives the women's division a whole new dynamic.
If the reports are true, it will be fascinating to see who she squares off against first.