Roman Reigns still has issues with former world champion; star out of WarGames? 5 things WWE subtly told us on SmackDown (Nov 22, 2024)

The latest episode of WWE SmackDown concluded with CM Punk being revealed as the final member of the OG Bloodline at WarGames. The landscape of the Bloodline saga has again changed and the anticipation among fans has escalated to new heights.

In this article, we will discuss five things WWE subtly told us on SmackDown this week.

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#5. The return of Paul Heyman came as a surprise for Roman Reigns too

Paul Heyman made a dramatic return during the closing moments of SmackDown this week, introducing CM Punk as the fifth member of the OG Bloodline. When the voice of The Wiseman echoed through the arena, Roman Reigns was visibly shocked, as can be seen from his immediate reaction. However, moments later, Reigns smiled with confidence, seemingly proud of Heyman’s comeback.

Last week, when Reigns attempted to contact his Special Counsel, Heyman’s number was reportedly out of service. This suggests that even the Tribal Chief himself was in the dark of Heyman’s return this week.

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#4. Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens might not be happening at Survivor Series

Cody Rhodes and Kevin Owens had a heated exchange on the blue brand, during which The Prizefighter revealed his justification for his heel turn. However, despite these developments, it seems unlikely that WWE will book Owens vs. Rhodes for Survivor Series: WarGames 2024.

Instead, there is speculation that WWE might save this match for the main event of the Saturday Night’s Main Event special, scheduled to take place on December 14.

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#3. Roman Reigns still has issues with Seth Rollins

Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins share a heated history, as evidenced by The Visionary rejecting the idea of a reunion twice in the past couple of weeks. During a backstage Bloodline segment on SmackDown, the Original Tribal Chief also dismissed the possibility of Rollins being the final member of their team.

This indicates that Reigns still has unresolved issues with Rollins, planting the seeds for a potential showdown between the two. WrestleMania 41 could be a realistic premium live event to stage this much-anticipated clash between the former Shield allies.

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#2. Jade Cargill is now out from the WarGames match following SmackDown

Nick Aldis, Bianca Belair, and other babyface female stars rushed to the parking lot, where they witnessed Cargill lying motionless after being slammed onto a car windshield. Shortly after, Nick and Bianca moved Jade Cargill to the ambulance, with Bianca even accompanying her to the hospital.

This mysterious attack indicates that Cargill is possibly now out of the Survivor Series: WarGames match. Her replacement is expected to be revealed on next week’s episode of SmackDown.

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#1. CM Punk joins OG Bloodline due to Paul Heyman only

After CM Punk rushed into the ring to clear the ring and then stood alongside the OG Bloodline, a tense stare-down occurred between Punk and Roman Reigns. During this, The Best in the World made it clear that his allegiance lies with The Wiseman, not the Original Tribal Chief.

This suggests that Punk’s involvement with the OG Bloodline is solely because of his Special Counsel, with no sympathy or loyalty toward Roman Reigns’ faction.