WWE Brings Jacob Fatu’s Prison History Into Storyline During January 23 SmackDown

TLDR

During the January 23 SmackDown, WWE incorporated Jacob Fatu's prison history into a storyline when Cody Rhodes brought up Fatu's past incarceration during an interview segment. Fatu interrupted Rhodes' interview and acknowledged being locked up at ages 16 and 18, stating those experiences made him a better man. The confrontation ended with Fatu telling Rhodes he's different from other Samoans Rhodes has faced, setting up their upcoming match at Saturday Night's Main Event.