While Heyman also served as the advocate of Brock Lesnar, we have backstage details on how WWE is trying their best to make sure that his dynamic with Roman Reigns is different from the one he had with The Beast Incarnate.

We will also talk about Braun Strowman’s future, the reason behind Mandy Rose being sent to RAW and much more!

#5 AJ Styles to use his pull to leave SmackDown?

AJ Styles had moved from RAW to SmackDown as he did not wish to work with Paul Heyman, who was the creative head of the red brand at the time. However, soon after Styles joined SmackDown, Heyman was removed as RAW head.

Now, Paul Heyman has returned as an on-screen character on SmackDown. Some rumors have claimed that AJ Styles is not happy about this and may be looking to go back to RAW.

Dave Meltzer of WON has stated that the former WWE Champion could use his backstage pull to get drafted from SmackDown to RAW to avoid Paul Heyman.

AJ Styles has been booked strongly on SmackDown so it would not be a wise decision for him to head back to RAW.

#4 How Roman Reigns has affected the booking of Alexa Bliss on SmackDown

Roman Reigns returned at SummerSlam 2020 and has established himself as the ‘Tribal Chief’ of SmackDown by becoming the Universal Champion. However, while his return has brought back a lot of enthusiasm, it has also worked against a few Superstars.

It was discussed on Dropkick DiSKcussions how Roman Reigns return led to Alexa Bliss being featured less.

While Bliss did suffer a minor setback, she has again become one of the pivotal characters on SmackDown as her storyline with The Fiend continues to take dark turns every week.

#3 Reason why WWE split SmackDown Superstars Otis and Mandy Rose

One of the hottest storylines on WWE and SmackDown earlier this year was the love saga between Otis and Mandy Rose. However, WWE has announced that Mandy Rose will be drafted from SmackDown to RAW, leaving Otis without his ‘peach’ on SmackDown.

Dave Meltzer of WON has reported that the idea is for Otis and Mandy Rose to have a ’long-distance’ relationship.

While they might still continue to be a couple in theory, it is obvious that WWE ran its course with the storyline on SmackDown. Also, with Otis again settling into his comedy act, it would have been detrimental for Mandy Rose to be associated with him.

By splitting from Otis, Mandy Rose can now have an independent career and focus on getting a major push for herself.

#2 Booking plans for SmackDown’s Roman Reigns and Paul Heyman

Roman Reigns is now associated with Paul Heyman on SmackDown. Dave Meltzer of WON explained how Paul Heyman’s relationship with Roman Reigns is different to that with Brock Lesnar.

He stated that in story Paul Heyman is the one indebted to Roman Reigns for bringing him back. He also stated that we shouldn’t expect Reigns and Heyman to have a ‘buddy’ relationship like the one between Heyman and Lesnar.

The duo has been working great on SmackDown and the storyline has added layers to Reigns’ character.

#1 Braun Strowman’s future as a SmackDown Superstar

This week on RAW, we saw SmackDown Superstar and former Universal Champion Braun Strowman make his way to RAW Underground. This has led to a lot of speculation on Strowman’s future and if he will be permanently moved to the red brand.

It has been revealed that while Strowman will feature in RAW Underground, he is still very much a SmackDown Superstar. Although there is a chance that he might get moved to the red brand during the draft.

The Monster Among Men is a perfect fit for RAW Underground as it is clear that WWE doesn’t have plans for him on SmackDown right now.

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