Dwayne Johnson returned to SmackDown on the 02/16 episode of the blue brand. Fans in Salt Lake City were undoubtedly hyped to see the “Hollywood Heel Rock” walk down the ramp into the ring. Johnson went on to deliver a promo in the middle of the ring that forced the majority of the audience to believe that he would be helping out Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40, but some disagreed.
Several fans online have pointed out some minute details that they noticed while rewatching the promo. These little details can change your perspective about the future completely.
Has Dwayne Johnson not turned heel yet?
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Ever since he slapped Cody Rhodes at the WrestleMania KickOff event, fans saw a different alignment of The Rock that was long forgotten. While some imagined that his heel persona wouldn’t return because he was feuding with Reigns, changes in the creative direction pushed him over the edge, bringing out his heel persona. But his recent SmackDown appearance had some interesting hidden details.
"IF YA SMELLLLL WHAT #THEBLOODLINE IS COOKIN' ☝️🩸✊@TheRock promises to do everything he can to make sure @CodyRhodes leaves #WrestleMania empty handed. #TheBloodline is back. 😳#SmackDown pic.twitter.com/SITh3wwdVe
— WWE (@WWE) February 17, 2024
When Johnson walked into the arena, he was calling out every fan present there while also insulting The American Nightmare and his following. For the most part, he successfully made everyone believe that he was a heel. However, the details in his actions and words caused fans to think otherwise.
After re-watching the promo online, several fans now claim that DJ could be acting as a spy after joining The Bloodline on the last SmackDown episode. This would mean that he hasn’t turned ‘heel’ but is only acting the part. There were comments under the original promo post made by WWE on ‘X’ that will give you an alternate perspective on what is going on in the promotion currently.
Fans believe Dwayne Johnson to be a spy
The promo on SmackDown had several interesting details that fans paid attention to. While some pointed out Johnson’s words, others paid attention to his actions and the camera-play. In totality, these hand-picked reactions give us an alternative perspective on the storyline.
I re-watched Rock’s promo. Look at that camera work when he says he’ll do everything to make sure “you” walk out a loser – looks like he’s pointing at Roman. Oh yeah… Rock is a double agent on this one. #SmackDown pic.twitter.com/Fj92wOWdEr
— Jimmy Van (@jimmyvan74) February 17, 2024
In the promo, The People’s Champion claimed that he would do anything in his power to make sure the ‘loser’ walked out without the championship around his waist. The twist that this fan noticed was that Johnson said this while pointing toward The Tribal Chief while the camera also panned to him.
Could this also be a sign? Putting up an L for the bloodline instead of a 1? pic.twitter.com/FqPks1JHIR
— Ash Crimson (@sneering_blaze) February 17, 2024
A fan posted the picture where The Bloodline, along with its newest member, is standing showing the ‘1’ in the sky. However, instead of following them, Johnson is showing ‘L’.
Rock gonna give Roman the Rock bomb at Wrestlemania to help Cody win
— DIPESH SHAH (@mrdipeshashah) February 17, 2024
This fan already predicted what may end up happening at WrestleMania 40 between Johnson and his cousins.
Secret Agent Rocky. I love it when a plan comes together. 😎
— Joe Rutland (@JosephRutland5) February 17, 2024
An internet user even called him a ‘secret agent’ and believes that this plan is coming together well.
also said cody’s story is just ending. which means, he’s finishing his story and the battle for the head of the table begins.
— Robert H. (@CallSignBobH) February 17, 2024
Yet another detail in the promo that suggests that Cody Rhodes and Dwayne Johnson are on the same team.
The Bloodline is gonna interfere at Wrestlemania and nearly cost Cody but Rock is gonna turn on them and even the odds for Cody to win clean.
After the match, he’s gonna lay out Roman to set up their match.
— Sir Swasculine, First of His Name (@IyceColdQDP) February 17, 2024
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Finally, a fan who imagines how things may unfold at WrestleMania.
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What do these hand-picked reactions make you think about the unfolding storyline between Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns? Do you also believe that The Rock will turn on his cousins? Or is Rhodes in for some serious trouble?
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