Episode Details

WWE SmackDown was once again massive disappointment on the Road to WrestleMania. In the main event, WWE had the perfect opportunity to do something unexpected with Jacob Fatu or Sami Zayn. Instead, they played it safe. Cody Rhodes is going to the Elimination Chamber but is this really what the fans want?

On this WWE SmackDown Review, I break down why this "safe booking" is killing the excitement for WrestleMania and why WWE needs to pivot and insert Randy Orton into the title picture immediately to save this feud.

Also on the show, Jade Cargill FINALLY defended her WWE Women's Championship after 100+ days of holding the belt hostage. Was the match against Jordynne Grace worth the wait? We also discuss the chaotic 10-Man Tag Team match involving Carmelo Hayes, and The MFT's, the Women's Tag Team Title defense, and why Friday Night SmackDown is currently the biggest problem with the WrestleMania build.

WWE SmackDown Review (2/13/26)

•Elimination Chamber Qualifying Match: Cody Rhodes vs. Jacob Fatu vs. Sami Zayn

•WWE Women's Championship: Jade Cargill (c) vs. Jordynne Grace

•WWE Women's Tag Team Championship: Rhea Ripley & IYO SKY (c) vs. Nia Jax & Lash Legend

•Women's Elimination Chamber Qualifying Match: Alexa Bliss vs. Giulia vs. Zelina Vega

•10-Man Tag Chaos: The Bloodline & MFTs ruin the US Title Open Challenge

•Grudge Match: Trick Williams vs Rey Fenix

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