
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.

Fans reacted with mixed feelings to a 14-minute WWE Raw segment featuring Seth Rollins and masked attackers, sparking discussion about the segment’s entertainment value and what it means for Rollins’ ongoing storyline.

Backstage chatter suggests a new opponent for Drew McIntyre at WrestleMania, with no official opponent announced yet and speculation swirling around potential matchups.

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.

After Elimination Chamber, Nick Aldis announced on SmackDown that Drew McIntyre will defend the WWE Championship against Cody Rhodes this Friday; Rhodes earned the title shot by winning the Chamber, while Randy Orton earned a Mania title opportunity, setting up further storyline angles (including possible Logan Paul/Paul Heyman involvement).

A WWE star publicly teased he might derail AJ Styles' tribute on Monday Night Raw, signaling a possible storyline angle or backstage tension surrounding the tribute segment.

Liv Morgan said on TMZ’s Inside the Ring that she forgot to point at the WrestleMania sign after winning the Royal Rumble because she wanted to soak in the moment and be present. A referee signaled to her on camera to cue the WrestleMania shot. She’s focusing on gratitude and savoring opportunities after shoulder surgery, and is set for a busy 2026 with a WrestleMania title shot and a debate over which championship to chase; WWE hasn’t announced her opponent yet, and she says WWE feels like home.

A WWE News post discusses backstage chatter about AJ Styles potentially retiring from WWE, highlighting rumors without any official retirement confirmation as of February 4, 2026.

A Wrestling News report discusses the opponent reportedly planned for Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 42, outlining the booking context and potential impact on the event's card.

A WWE Hall of Famer has traveled to Saudi Arabia for the Royal Rumble, sparking speculation about a potential appearance at the event.

A recently signed WWE talent is signaling a possible Royal Rumble appearance, suggesting a surprise entrance at the event.