# “Do or Die”: The Rap on Wrestling Podcast Breaks Down the WWE State of Play | SEASON 2 | EP 35 |

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Podcast: [The Rap On Wrestling](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-rap-on-wrestling-7231356)
Published: 2026-05-09T15:33:16+00:00
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## Resource

The potential departure of The New Day from WWE creates a massive void in the tag team division. The hosts analyze the impact of contract renegotiations and the shifting landscape of the Bloodline saga.

## Highlights
- Main idea: The reported contract restructuring for Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods threatens the stability of WWE's tag team division
- Failure mode: TKO's focus on the bottom line and executive revenue may be inadvertently damaging the long-term health of the wrestling business
- Practical takeaway: The movement of talent like Gunther and Jacob Fatu between brands suggests a major roster reshuffle is imminent
- Main idea: The Bloodline storyline is intensifying with Jacob Fatu's emergence as a disruptive force against Roman Reigns
- Failure mode: Overusing repetitive match archetypes and stagnant feuds can lead to audience fatigue

## Topics

WWE, The New Day, Bloodline, Roman Reigns, TKO Group, Professional Wrestling, Jacob Fatu, Monday Night Raw, SmackDown

## Chapters
- 1:00 — NBA Playoffs & Personal Anecdotes: A look at the Knicks' performance and a nostalgic story involving NBA legend Tim Duncan.
- 6:00 — The Global Reach of Wrestling: Discussing the visibility of wrestling stars on mainstream platforms like ESPN and SmackDown.
- 11:00 — The New Day's Uncertain Future: Analyzing the impact of potential contract renegotiations for Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods.
- 17:00 — TKO and the Business of WWE: Examining the financial success of TKO executives versus the impact of talent releases on the industry.
- 22:00 — Roster Shifts and Brand Dynamics: Evaluating the recent wave of departures and the changing landscape of the WWE roster.
- 27:00 — The TKO Era Impact: A critique of how corporate restructuring and talent releases affect the overall wrestling business.
- 32:00 — The Bloodline Civil War: Breaking down the internal tensions within the Bloodline involving Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu.
- 38:00 — SummerSlam Predictions: Speculating on major championship payoffs and upcoming storylines for the summer season.

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