Roman Reigns’ Return Sets Stage for Epic Bloodline Saga, Says Paul Heyman

One big thing

Paul Heyman anticipates Roman Reigns’ current run will surpass their previous four years of work, following Reigns’ dramatic return to WWE SmackDown.

Why it matters

Reigns’ return without the championship belt marks a new era for The Bloodline storyline, potentially reshaping WWE’s narrative landscape.

The details

• Reigns made a forceful comeback on August 9, 2024, attacking Tama Tonga and Tanga Loa.
• This return follows Reigns’ absence after WrestleMania 40 and Solo Sikoa’s temporary leadership of The Bloodline.
• Paul Heyman was previously kicked out of The Bloodline in June.

What they’re saying

Paul Heyman told Newsweek:

We are now in a new era of the Bloodline story with Roman Reigns as not the champion. How does he correct that? How does he take back the name of The Tribal Chief?”

By the numbers

• Reigns’ championship reign began at SummerSlam 2020.
• The Bloodline storyline has been ongoing for nearly four years.

The big picture

Heyman suggests that Reigns’ new storyline could follow multiple paths:
• A solo revenge mission
• A struggle to reclaim his position without key allies
• Unexpected twists and turns in The Bloodline saga

What’s next

• WWE’s long-term plans for Reigns are still under wraps.
• The timing of Paul Heyman’s return to Reigns’ side remains uncertain.

What do you think will be the next big move for Roman Reigns in this new chapter of The Bloodline story? Share your predictions in the comments below.