WWE reportedly moving top SmackDown star back to RAW after 5 years and putting WWE World Heavyweight Title on him
It's been a while since WWE has shaken up its roster. However, the landscape of RAW is about to be changed forever on January 6, 2025, when Netflix officially becomes the new home of the flagship show.
An update on some early plans for Monday Night RAW has surfaced online. SmackDown Superstar Roman Reigns is reportedly expected to move back to RAW for the first time since 2019. The Original Tribal Chief has been the face of the blue brand for almost five years. Rumor has it that Netflix wants bigwigs like Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, and CM Punk to be featured on RAW next year.
Although WWE has to finalize the rosters for both brands, the possibility of seeing The Head of the Table back on RAW has got fans excited. Last month, it was reported that Reigns will jump to RAW while Rhodes will stay on SmackDown.
In an update earlier today, Xero News shared a photoshopped image of Roman Reigns holding the WWE World Heavyweight Championship. This likely suggests Netflix wants The Original Tribal Chief as the face of Monday Night RAW in 2025.
Wrestling fans should take this update with a grain of salt until WWE officially confirms any such move for the OG Bloodline member.
What's next for Roman Reigns in WWE?
Roman Reigns had a forgettable night at the 2024 Crown Jewel Premium Live Event. He and The Usos suffered a loss against Solo Sikoa, Jacob Fatu, and Tama Tonga in a six-man tag team match.
In the aftermath, Sami Zayn turned up and attempted to save the OG Bloodline members from a post-match beatdown. However, he accidentally landed a Helluva Kick on The Original Tribal Chief.
On the RAW after Crown Jewel, Jey Uso questioned Sami Zayn's intentions, but The Great Liberator said he just wanted to help them. The Yeet Master has now asked the former OG Bloodline member to come to SmackDown and hash things out with the OTC.
With Jimmy Uso being visibly furious, it remains to be seen whether fans will see the OG Bloodline get back on the same page in time for Survivor Series: WarGames.