WWE SmackDown Live Review: Results, Analysis, and Grades for October 18
By Evan Gomes
Final Thoughts
Remember that near fall from when Seth Rollins defended the WWE Championship against Neville? Where the Red Arrow connected and then Rollins managed to get his foot on the ropes? I was fooled by that one. The near fall from Ellsworth had me nearly as fooled.
Ellsworth being used as a tool in the feud between Styles and Ambrose has not been for everyone, but it has been fun. He gets a good pop, and could have a decent career as the new Duane Gill if WWE so chooses. It would be a fun addition to the roster if they want to have him.
The rest of the card was pretty fun, but it seems strange that SmackDown Live is pushing certain matchups over others. Where were American Alpha, the Hype Bros, or really any of the rest of the tag team division? Did we need to have another match between Corbin & Swagger? Some strange booking decisions altered my view on this week’s episode.
What did you think of SmackDown Live this week? Are you buying an Ellsworth t-shirt? Let us know in the comments below!