Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes’ Brand Status Clarified After WWE RAW’s Netflix Move

The countdown is on for WWE’s monumental premiere of Monday Night RAW on Netflix, airing live from the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles on January 6, 2025.

With a star-studded lineup featuring John Cena, Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, CM Punk, and Bianca Belair, the hype is through the roof. But fans have been questioning about the involvement of Reigns and Rhodes, particularly if it signals a move to RAW for the two top SmackDown stars.

PWInsider has put those rumors to rest with an important update: “No. Roman & Cody are not leaving SmackDown to go to RAW. It is just that it’s all guns blazing, and they’re gonna do every single thing they can to make that Netflix debut in Los Angeles as important as possible.”

This confirmation clarifies that while WWE is pulling out all the stops for the historic premiere, Reigns and Rhodes will remain pillars of SmackDown, maintaining their current roles. The special inclusion of these champions is part of WWE’s strategy to ensure that their Netflix launch is nothing short of epic, packed with moments that fans won’t forget.

The Netflix debut of Monday Night RAW promises to set a new standard for WWE programming with 52 weeks of action, and the January 6th episode is shaping up to be a night filled with surprises and unmatched energy. With John Cena, CM Punk, Bianca Belair, and other big names ready to ignite the ring, WWE is making sure the world knows that the flagship show is kicking off its streaming era with an exclamation point.

What are your thoughts on WWE’s plan to keep Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes on SmackDown? Are you excited about their involvement in the Monday Night RAW premiere? Share your thoughts and join the discussion below!