Sat Dec 07 06:30:21 UTC 2024: ## WWE SmackDown Hints at Future Storylines After Survivor Series Victory

**December 7, 2024 –** This week’s WWE SmackDown, the first episode following Survivor Series, revealed several subtle hints about upcoming storylines. The show featured the continuation of the Women’s US Championship tournament, a fallout from the men’s WarGames match, and the end of the Motor City Machine Guns’ tag team championship reign.

**Tiffany Stratton’s resurgence:** Tiffany Stratton’s victory in the first round of the Women’s US Championship tournament signals a potential push for the former Money in the Bank winner. While deserving, speculation suggests WWE may utilize her MITB contract for a higher-profile title match, possibly for the WWE Women’s or Women’s World Championship, rather than the US title.

**Johnny Gargano’s Heel Turn and Tag Team Title Win:** The Street Profits were attacked backstage, leading to Johnny Gargano replacing them in a tag team title match against the Motor City Machine Guns. Gargano’s heel turn and subsequent victory with Tommaso Ciampa strongly suggests their involvement in the Street Profits’ attack.

**Cody Rhodes and Kevin Owens’ brewing rivalry:** Cody Rhodes’ victory over Chad Gable in a non-title match against Kevin Owens led to a post-match brawl. This sets the stage for a highly anticipated Undisputed WWE Championship match between Rhodes and Owens at Saturday Night’s Main Event, with potential stipulation additions to prevent a disqualification ending.

**The New Bloodline’s aggression:** LA Knight and Andrade’s attempt to challenge for the US Championship was thwarted by an attack from the New Bloodline. This suggests an upcoming feud between the two teams, possibly with Knight and Andrade forming an unlikely alliance to combat the faction.

**Roman Reigns’ absence:** Notably, Roman Reigns and the original Bloodline members were absent from SmackDown, fueling speculation of another break for the Tribal Chief. Reports suggest he may be absent from Saturday Night’s Main Event and possibly make his next appearance on the debut episode of Raw on Netflix.

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