Royce Keys’ WWE Brand Assignment Revealed

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Royce Keys, formerly known as Powerhouse Hobbs, has been assigned to the SmackDown roster following his debut at the 2026 Royal Rumble, according to Bodyslam.net. Keys was backstage at Monday's WWE Raw but sources indicate he will be moving to WWE's blue brand. The former AEW star made his surprise WWE debut entering the Royal Rumble match at No. 14 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, marking his transition from AEW after reportedly turning down a strong offer to stay with his former company.