Roman Reigns, the beloved WWE superstar, was noticeably absent from the latest episode of WWE SmackDown, sparking widespread speculation among fans about the reasons behind his disappearance. The Original Tribal Chief’s absence was particularly puzzling considering the episode was a fallout from Survivor Series: WarGames 2024, with many expecting him to make an appearance. Instead, he vanished into thin air, leaving fans to piece together the possible reasons for his absence.
One theory suggests that Roman Reigns may be making a move to Monday Night RAW ahead of its upcoming debut on Netflix. With the announcement of a “Transfer Window” for superstars, allowing them to switch brands, it’s possible that Roman’s absence from SmackDown was a subtle hint at his impending move to the red brand. This could also explain why he didn’t appear on SmackDown this week, as WWE may be setting the stage for his new role on RAW.
A second possibility is that WWE has written Roman Reigns off television for the time being. Despite earlier advertisements for Saturday Night’s Main Event, Roman’s appearance was pulled from the show, suggesting that WWE may have temporarily shelved him. This could mean that The Head of the Table will make a one-time appearance on RAW’s Netflix debut or another major show, potentially revealing his next direction in the Bloodline saga.
The third and final possibility is that WWE has no immediate plans for Roman Reigns following his victory over Solo Sikoa’s Bloodline at Survivor Series: WarGames. Despite his impressive win, Roman’s absence from SmackDown could be due to WWE not yet having concrete plans for his next storyline. This buy-time approach allows WWE to plan Roman’s booking for the coming weeks, and who knows, he may make a dramatic comeback on RAW’s Netflix debut show, setting the stage for his next chapter.
