ROMAN REIGNS RETURNS TO RAW AMID JEY USO & JACOB FATU AHEAD OF WRESTLEPALOOZA
Roman Reigns has made a dramatic return to Monday Night RAW, surfacing just when WWE’s Bloodline storyline appears to be spiraling into chaos. His comeback has stirred the pot, especially concerning Jey Uso’s recent dark turn and Jacob Fatu’s shifting allegiances, setting the stage for looming fireworks at Wrestlepalooza.
After losing the Undisputed WWE Championship at WrestleMania XL and taking time off, Reigns reappeared on RAW in mid-September. His return came alongside ominous signs: tensions within the Usos, challenges from rising stars like Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed, and rumblings around Jacob Fatu. The WWE Universe has been primed with suspicion: who is aligned with whom, and which version of The Bloodline will emerge by the time WrestlePalooza begins.
Jey Uso has been undergoing a noticeable character shift. Once embraced by fans as a valiant babyface, Jey has lately exhibited a harder edge. On RAW, he speared LA Knight in a surprise attack, rejecting Knight’s overtures of alliance. Jey declared he’s focused on reclaiming the World Heavyweight Title, hinting that loyalty to his family—or to a version of legacy—is becoming more important to him than alliances with others. Moreover, his behavior has drawn comparisons to Roman Reigns: forceful, self-assured, and increasingly dismissive of outside partnerships.
Jacob Fatu, known for his powerful in-ring performances and strong presence, has also become central to the evolving drama. He currently holds the United States Championship after defeating LA Knight at WrestleMania 41. While aligned with Solo Sikoa and the rest of The Bloodline in earlier months, recent storyline direction has suggested that Fatu may be distancing himself—or at least being positioned in a more ambiguous role. Reports have noted him appearing alongside The Usos in certain live events and being suggested as a likely figure for Jey to have contacted in secret. This adds a layer of intrigue: is Fatu preparing to shift his allegiance back toward Roman, or to carve out his own path?
Roman’s return isn’t just about nostalgia. It appears to be strategic. He’s entering the picture just as Jey’s assertion of selfish ambition and Fatu’s restlessness threaten to fracture the status quo. With WrestlePalooza approaching, the stakes are high. The dynamics could unfold in several ways: Reigns could reassert his leadership of The Bloodline, perhaps forming a new faction including Jey and Fatu; or the trio may instead be at odds, leading to internal conflict, betrayals, and surprising matches.
Fans have been buzzing with speculation: will Jey fully heel-turn under the influence of Reigns’ guidance or example? Is the phone call Jey made on RAW linked to Fatu? And can Reigns, after his hiatus, still command the loyalty and authority he once held over The Bloodline when so many internal tensions are threatening to erupt? Existing reports emphasize that Jey has expressed frustration at what he views as distractions and imperfections—helping people isn’t enough if it takes him away from his championship goals.
Looking ahead to WrestlePalooza, the card is shaping up as a potentially watershed moment. Matches involving The Usos, Bron Breakker, Bronson Reed, LA Knight and possibly Jacob Fatu are expected to have more than just championship implications—they could decide the future make-up of Reigns’ Bloodline. Roman Reigns’ return ensures that all eyes will be on the unfolding chaos: will The Bloodline once again unite under one banner, or will it splinter, with Jey and Fatu charting new destinies?
In sum, Roman Reigns’ return to RAW isn’t merely a comeback—it’s a statement. As Jey Uso grows darker, Jacob Fatu walks a line between loyalty and independence, and WrestlePalooza looms, the wrestling world may be on the brink of one of the most dramatic transformations in WWE’s recent history.
