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Here are five reasons WWE quietly turned Roman Reigns heel:
#5. To set up a match with LA Knight at Money in the Bank
Roman Reigns is currently embroiled in a heated feud with LA Knight on Monday Night RAW. Turning him heel appears to be a strategic move to build a marquee showdown against The Megastar for Money in the Bank. Knight remains one of WWE’s top pure babyfaces, who have been driving thunderous receptions from fans consistently for the past three years. The amount of cheers he receives from the WWE Universe has been unparalleled.
Reigns working as a babyface against him in this storyline could have made this build-up pretty complicated. However, turning the OTC heel would allow WWE to derive the most out of this rivalry. The company can lean into Roman’s natural villainous shades and The Bloodline’s antics, allowing LA Knight to play the clear-cut favorite underdog fighting against tyranny. It would serve as a perfect heel vs. face clash for the world title at Money in the Bank.
#4. The Bloodline saga thrives with Roman Reigns as a heel
The entire foundation of The Bloodline narrative was built on Roman Reigns acting as a ruthless, manipulative villain. His narcissistic portrayal within the family saga as the Head of the Table has revolutionized WWE’s modern era, giving fans some of the most compelling stories. While Reigns’ babyface return offered brief nostalgia, the multi-layered storytelling of The Bloodline simply functions best when he operates from the dark side.
The ongoing family saga naturally positions Roman Reigns as an authoritarian chief who wants to command his presence over his family members. Gaslighting his cousins, demanding total submission and ruling through intimidation are the dynamic engines that drive The Bloodline saga forward. WWE seemingly wants to recreate the same magic, which may have been the driving force behind the company turning Reigns heel once again.
#3. To elevate Solo Sikoa’s babyface character
Solo Sikoa turned babyface a few weeks before SummerSlam and since then he has become a huge fan favorite. The Street Champion has been involved in a big storyline with Roman Reigns and The Bloodline. However, Sikoa’s trajectory required a major catalyst to solidify his transition into an ultimate top-tier babyface. And placing the OTC in a heel role serves as a perfect launchpad for that.
By positioning Roman Reigns as the oppressive tyrant attempting to force obedience, Solo Sikoa’s defiance naturally turns him into a heroic figure. WWE can use this angle to give The Street Champion a massive rub and elevate his babyface run to the next level. Sikoa refusing to fall back under Reigns creates a classic rebellion story that positions him as an elite babyface on the current roster.
#2. Lack of credible heels on Monday Night RAW
Monday Night RAW’s top tier has been heavily stacked with several babyface superstars in recent times, including LA Knight, Penta, Oba Femi and Solo Sikoa. However, the roster has been struggling with a dearth of credible heels in the main event picture. This has therefore created a huge imbalance at the very top of the card, calling for an immediate resolution.
As a result, WWE may have decided to shift Roman Reigns back to a heel. This decision instantly fixes the structural issue in the top-tier picture, paving the way for some fresh things. A heel Reigns provides RAW’s upper card babyfaces with a formidable endgame opponent. It would allow superstars like Penta, LA Knight, Solo Sikoa and Oba Femi to shine whenever they collide with the OTC.
#1. Setting up The Rock’s WWE return as a face
The ultimate endgame for The Bloodline saga has always been the dream match between Roman Reigns and The Rock over who the true Tribal Chief is. It looks like WWE is setting the stage for that blockbuster showdown. But for this legendary encounter to reach its maximum potential, the dynamics must be crystal clear. Reigns must work as the tyrannical chief usurping the family mantle, while The Rock should be the beloved Hollywood icon and the people’s champ.
Therefore, realigning Roman Reigns as a heel could be a massive step to lay the foundation for The Rock’s return as a babyface. The company appears to be building this dream match for WrestleMania 43. As a menacing heel, Roman and The Bloodline’s antics could reach a point where it becomes necessary for The Final Boss to step in. It could prompt The Rock’s highly anticipated return to challenge Reigns to determine who the true Tribal Chief is.
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