 Moose made his TNA debut on the July 12, 2016, Destination X edition of "Impact Wrestling", interrupting the main event match between TNA World Heavyweight Champion Lashley and TNA X Division Champion Eddie Edwards, aligning himself with Mike Bennett and Maria, establishing himself as a heel.Ojinnaka reportedly had signed a two-year exclusive deal with the promotion.On the July 28 episode of "Impact Wrestling", Moose made his in-ring debut, defeating indy wrestler David Starr.