Wrestling Reaction

Seth Rollins made his return on the September 30 edition of WWE Raw from Evansville, as he got some revenge on Bronson Reed in helping Braun Strowman win the Last Monster Standing Match. What could WWE have in the works for the Rollins vs. Reed feud? Why is it important for both superstars moving forward? And what did we learn from Gunther accepting Sami Zayn's challenge for a World title match, Xavier Woods earning a win to set up an Intercontinental title match with Jey Uso, the teased direction for Bron Breakker, CM Punk and Drew McIntyre's final encounter before Bad Blood, Judgment Day using the numbers game on Damian Priest and Rhea Ripley, and Ilja Dragunov being sidelined with an injury? Blake shares his WWE Raw review with thoughts on all of that and other top storyline developments on the road to Bad Blood.

Cody Rhodes once again found himself trying to fight off The Bloodline on the September 27 edition of WWE SmackDown, but it led to frustration after he cost Kevin Owens and Randy Orton in their match against Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu. How did the reaction from Owens hint at what's next for Cody? Will Orton be forced to choose between his two friends? And what did we learn from Bayley defeating Naomi in a No. 1 Contender's Match, Nia Jax losing it on Tiffany Stratton, Carmelo Hayes' attack on LA Knight before evening up his series with Andrade, the teased return of AJ Styles, and the announcement of an upcoming Triple Threat Ladder Match for the WWE Tag Team Titles? Blake shares his WWE SmackDown review with thoughts on all of that and other top storyline developments on the road to Bad Blood.

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The Mr. McMahon documentary series has officially been released by Netflix, and episode one features the backstory of Vince McMahon's relationship with his father and WWE's national expansion. What did we learn from Vince's comments on the unique dynamic between himself and Vince McMahon Sr.? How did their different views on professional wrestling change the landscape of the company? And what catapulted WWE into a mainstream attraction? Blake shares his Mr. McMahon Episode 1 review with thoughts on the father and son relationship and the impact of Vince's business decisions on the future of pro wrestling.

Jey Uso defeated Bron Breakker to win the Intercontinental title on the September 23 edition of WWE Raw, which marked his first singles championship in his 14-year career. What was the reason behind Jey achieving the feat? Could it play into the story of him rejoining Roman Reigns, Jimmy Uso, and Paul Heyman in The Bloodline? And how did it change the power dynamic between the former members of the faction? Blake shares his thoughts on Jey's triumph and why it was essential to tell the story of his eventual return to The Bloodline.

Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes went face to face on the September 20 edition of WWE SmackDown, with the two meeting at Georgia Tech to discuss their upcoming tag team match at Bad Blood in Atlanta. How did it further the tension between the superstars entering the showdown with Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu? Was WWE's unique presentation effective in pushing Reigns' need for revenge on The Bloodline? And what did we learn from Kevin Owens' reaction to Cody's decision, Bayley and Naomi earning a singles match to determine who faces Nia Jax for the WWE Women's title, LA Knight's successful title defense, Carmelo Hayes setting up another match with Andrade, and Giovanni Vinci losing yet again to Apollo Crews? Blake shares his WWE SmackDown review with thoughts on all of that and other top storyline developments on the road to Bad Blood.

Cody Rhodes reluctantly made the decision to sign the contract to team with Roman Reigns against Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu at WWE Bad Blood, and it could hint at future storylines with his best friends. How will Randy Orton and Kevin Owens react to the unlikely alliance? Is Reigns going to get a rematch for the WWE Undisputed title? And what does it mean for Cody's reign as champion moving forward? Blake shares his thoughts on Cody choosing to team with The Original Tribal Chief and why it may be one of the most impactful things he's done since returning to the company.

Solo Sikoa came up short in his quest to bring back the WWE Undisputed title to The Bloodline, and it could hint at the next chapter in his relationship with Jacob Fatu. How did Solo's actions after losing the Steel Cage Match to Cody Rhodes set in motion a possible turn from Fatu? Is The Rock going to be revealed as the mastermind behind the rogue version of The Bloodline? And should Solo, Fatu, Cody, or Roman Reigns take the pin in their tag team match at Bad Blood? Blake shares his thoughts on where things go from here and why Solo finds himself in an unenviable position entering a must-win match.

Judgment Day once again gained momentum in its rivalry with Damian Priest and Rhea Ripley on the September 16 edition of WWE Raw, with Finn Balor and company turning up the aggression. What stood out with Judgment Day's attack on the Terror Twins? How could it play into the Priest vs. Balor and Rhea vs. Liv Morgan singles matches at Bad Blood? And what did we learn from CM Punk's response to facing Drew McIntyre in a Hell in a Cell Match, the announcement of Jey Uso vs. Bron Breakker for the Intercontinental title, Sami Zayn's challenge to Ludwig Kaiser about his relationship with Gunther, Bronson Reed and Braun Strowman taking their feud to another level, the tension between Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods, and IYO Sky's victory against Bianca Belair? Blake shares his WWE RAW review with thoughts on all of that and other top storyline developments on the road to Bad Blood.

Roman Reigns made his return on the September 13 edition of SmackDown on USA Network, with The Tribal Chief helping Cody Rhodes against The Bloodline following the Steel Cage Match for the WWE Undisputed title. How did WWE tease a future showdown with The Bloodline? What scenarios could play out at Bad Blood when Reigns and Cody team up to face Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu? And what did we learn from Randy Orton returning to team with Kevin Owens to defeat Grayson Waller and Austin Theory, Nia Jax and Tiffany Stratton's challenge to Bayley and Naomi, Andrade winning the series against Carmelo Hayes to earn a shot at LA Knight, and Chelsea Green taking aim at Michin? Blake shares his WWE SmackDown 9/13/24 review with thoughts on all of that and other top storyline developments on the road to Bad Blood.

Jey Uso defeated Ilja Dragunov, Pete Dunne, and Braun Strowman on the September 9 edition of WWE Raw to become the No. 1 contender for the Intercontinental title, which sets up a showdown with Bron Breakker. Was Jey the right choice to win? How could it play into his potential reunion with Roman Reigns and The Bloodline? And what did we learn from Bret Hart and Sami Zayn calling Gunther a coward, Adam Pearce announcing CM Punk vs. Drew McIntyre in a Hell in a Cell Match for Bad Blood, Judgment Day making a statement against Damian Priest and Rhea Ripley, The Wyatt Sicks' victory against Chad Gable and American Made, Bianca Belair and Jade Cargill retaining the Women's Tag Team titles, and Natalya's return to the ring? Blake shares his WWE RAW 9/9/24 review with thoughts on all of that and other top storyline developments on the road to Bad Blood.