6 Ups & 2 Downs For WWE Raw (20 Oct - Results & Review)
1. Jey Makes His Choice
Some fans think that a heel turn doesn’t come until a final, massive act of betrayal, but the truth is that many wrestlers make their decision before that with smaller choices that chart out the path to villainy.
Jey Uso made that choice Monday night when he turned his back on his brother and tossed him (and LA Knight) from the battle royal, despite Jimmy rescuing his twin multiple times early in the match. That decision came after a backstage conversation between the brothers about how they had each other’s back.
Fans reacted to Jey’s actions, but they still cheered Uso on when he won the battle royal, so things have not fully registered with the audience. But at this stage, it seems like he’s crossed the Rubicon, and there’s no coming back. He’s going to continue making bad decisions that advance his career at others’ expense. He might not go fully heel, but he isn’t going to be the virtuous babyface either.
In reality, the Jey Uso character isn’t about what happens between the ropes after the bell. If you’re holding out for some solid wrestling, you’re going to be disappointed. But his journey to world champion has been a fascinating ride. Now, we’re seeing how the pressures of reclaiming that glory – while still standing in the shadow of his cousin Roman Reigns – is leading him to make questionable decisions.
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