# Jacob Fatu Attacks Roman Reigns - Is He a Heel? | Notsam Wrestling Update

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Podcast: [Notsam Wrestling](https://stenobird.com/podcast/notsam-wrestling-201366)
Published: 2026-04-29T10:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

An analysis of Jacob Fatu's recent attack on Roman Reigns and whether the move signals a definitive heel turn. The discussion explores the motivations behind Fatu's aggression and the potential for a high-stakes rivalry heading into Backlash.

## Highlights
- Main idea: The debate over whether Jacob Fatu's recent actions on Raw constitute a traditional heel turn or a realistic reaction to being excluded from the Bloodline's success
- Practical takeaway: Watch for Fatu's behavior on upcoming shows like Saturday Night's Main Event to see if he maintains his babyface popularity
- Failure mode: The risk of Roman Reigns becoming too comfortable in his 'main event bubble,' potentially leading to a loss of edge
- Main idea: The deep historical connection between Jacob Fatu and the lineage of the Tongan Death Grip
- Main idea: The potential for a multi-match saga spanning Backlash, Saturday Night's Main Event, and Clash in Italy

## Topics

WWE, Roman Reigns, Jacob Fatu, The Bloodline, Monday Night Raw, Pro Wrestling, Backlash, Wrestling Analysis

## Chapters
- 1:00 — The Attack and the Heel Question: Analyzing Jacob Fatu's use of the Tongan Death Grip on Roman Reigns and the central question of his character alignment.
- 2:30 — Crowd Reaction and the Usos: Examining how the audience responded to Fatu's entrance and the differing attitudes of Jimmy and Jey Uso.
- 5:50 — Motivations for Revenge: Exploring Fatu's resentment regarding being left out of the Bloodline's recent financial and championship successes.
- 9:20 — The Lineage of the Championship: A discussion on the legitimacy of the current championship landscape and Roman's role in it.
- 16:00 — A History Lesson in the Bloodline: Connecting Jacob Fatu's family history and the Tongan Death Grip to the legacy of Haku.
- 19:20 — The Road to Backlash: Predicting the timeline for the Roman Reigns vs. Jacob Fatu feud across upcoming WWE events.
- 21:00 — The Future of the Rivalry: Final thoughts on the likelihood of multiple matches between the two stars and the current state of Fatu's popularity.

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