WWE is reportedly making a significant change to SmackDown after RAW leaves the USA Network. Recently, FOX has ended its partnership with WWE, where it served as SmackDown’s broadcast partner since 2019.
Now, the blue brand has found a new home on the USA Network, with last week’s episode marking its debut. Fans quickly noticed major updates, including a new logo, set, and theme song. Megan Thee Stallion’s “Neva Play,” featuring RM of BTS, now serves as the official theme song for the blue brand.
WWE’s other brands, such as RAW and NXT, are also set to undergo major changes in the coming months. RAW is gearing up for its highly anticipated Netflix debut in 2025, while NXT is preparing to debut on The CW network starting in October. Until then, both brands will continue to air on the USA Network. Amid the changes in WWE, a major update has arrived regarding SmackDown potentially adding a third hour to the show following RAW’s highly anticipated move to Netflix in 2025.
Latest update on WWE SmackDown’s future
Following its premiere on the USA Network, WWE SmackDown may add another hour in 2025, according to the latest reports. WrestleVotes Radio indicates that this change will likely change with RAW’s move to Netflix in January 2025. The report states that starting on January 3, 2025, SmackDown is expected to expand to a three-hour format. Additionally, there are discussions about making each episode available on Netflix the day after it airs, although this has not been confirmed by other sources.
While WWE SmackDown adding another hour is significant news, the possibility of the blue brand being available on Netflix the day after it airs is another major development. The potential for WWE’s two biggest brands on Netflix is noteworthy. However, it’s important to note that nothing has been confirmed yet.
