Jack Perry would definitely be unexpected, but probably the least interesting.

Completely agree. I don’t mind Jack but he’s nowhere near ready to lead a stable. Especially not one at the forefront of this kind of storyline.

The unfortunate side effect of it being Cole, however, is it would give an excuse to delay the reveal while he heals.

Good point. I’m still not totally convinced it isn’t a made-up injury. The way he hurt himself seemed so mundane that it makes the injury all the more believable, which could be perfect to hide what’s really going on (he’s fine, just sitting back letting MJF get his ass kicked while he hangs out with his real friends waiting for his chance to strike).