EG, switch their brand to the WWE logo and they become a free agent.
I didn't have a lot of time to play last night, but universe so far looks really fun. I've been creating custom matches to go along with the ones that are generated, and they take some interesting turns. I was genuinely surprised when Drew McIntyre ambushed me from behind while his entrance music was playing.
55, I like the way you're playing your universe. Maybe I'll pick one person from each brand and play "RTWM" style, trying to get them to rise up the ranks.