Was Erick Rowan Originally Scheduled To Appear On WWE RAW?

The reason Erick Rowan was used on Monday Night RAW this week was because WWE had already booked The Shield vs. The Wyatts in the main event. Harper had a family issue come up that wouldn’t allow him to be at TV this week. Thus Rowan taking Harper’s place in the match.

Rowan actually returned to WWE television earlier than expected as he returned in fourth months rather than the expected six.

It’s expected that as soon as the family issue is resolved, Harper will return to television.

Source: WrestlingObserver.com