
WWE Revises SmackDown Card After Pat McAfee Storyline Response
WWE is reworking SmackDown plans following the Pat McAfee storyline, with changes to upcoming episodes’ lineup and segments.
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WWE is reworking SmackDown plans following the Pat McAfee storyline, with changes to upcoming episodes’ lineup and segments.

Sid Vicious was announced by Triple H to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame's 2026 Legacy Class, highlighting his WWE and WCW championships and two WrestleMania main events; he joins Stephanie McMahon, AJ Styles, Demolition, and Dennis Rodman, with Sid's son Gunnar praising the induction.

A new twist is rumored to shake up WWE Championship plans for WrestleMania 42, potentially changing the participants or format of the title match; no official confirmation yet.

Wrestling figure Zilla Fatu publicly warned CM Punk with a blunt back-and-forth remark, saying he’ll slap Punk the moment they meet, a move that amps up tension and fuels talk about future interactions in the pro-wrestling scene.

Jade Cargill claims Rhea Ripley went to WWE writers with complaints about a storyline, signaling backstage drama and tension surrounding their ongoing interactions.

At WWE's Elimination Chamber, Seth Rollins made a surprise return to the ring, while Randy Orton outlasted competitors to earn a WWE Championship title match, setting up a high-profile showdown for the title.

AJ Styles reportedly signed a new contract with WWE, extending his tenure with the promotion.

AEW owner Tony Khan praised Powerhouse Hobbs, saying the wrestler had a great run in AEW and highlighting Hobbs' contributions during his time with the company.

AJ Styles said on Stephanie McMahon's podcast that he's not sure if he'll wrestle again after his retirement match with Gunther at Royal Rumble; he didn’t leave his gloves in the ring, which fans took as a glimmer of a possible return, and he even floated the idea of someday sharing the ring with his son, though he emphasized there are no immediate plans to come back.

A preview of Saturday's AEW Collision spoilers, noting a potential title change and a wrestler finishing up, per Andrew Ravens (January 15, 2026).

WWE has terminated the contract of wrestler Luke Menzies (Ridge Holland) early, citing his recent social media posts as a breach, despite his ongoing recovery from surgery. Menzies expressed frustration over the decision, which was made before his contract's original expiration date of November 14, and he will not receive payment for the remaining days. WWE is covering his medical expenses, but he considers that the minimum support. Menzies has been with WWE since 2018.

WWE Raw on August 18, 2025, features Naomi returning to address her potentially vacated women's world title amid speculation about her injury or personal news, along with key matches including Seth Rollins defending his World Heavyweight Championship and other storyline developments. The episode sets the stage for upcoming Clash in Paris and ongoing storylines involving top WWE stars.

The newsletter covers the social reactions to Hulk Hogan's death, previews WWE SummerSlam's first two-night event, reviews WWE Unreal on Netflix, and updates on AEW, TNA, and CMLL wrestling news.

The Bryan & Vinny Show reviews NXT Great American Bash, describing it as a better-than-average NXT event, and provides updates on Seth Rollins and other wrestling news.

WWE is considering turning Blake Monroe, a recent NXT debutant, from a babyface to a heel, with discussions ongoing about a potential heel run in the near future, despite long-term plans for her character.