The Bloodline faction has significantly impacted WWE in recent years, with its storyline being widely praised as one of the promotion’s most compelling narratives. However, former WWE writer Vince Russo shared a differing perspective on the faction in a recent episode of Sportskeeda’s Writing with Russo podcast. Russo critiqued the Bloodline, expressing his lack of enthusiasm for their work and providing specific examples to illustrate his viewpoint. He particularly pointed out the portrayal of The Usos, veteran WWE performers, arguing that the introduction of the Bloodline storyline sought to emphasize their connection with Roman Reigns in a way that he found uninspiring. Russo also commented on the handling of Sami Zayn’s character within the faction, suggesting that the Bloodline’s status had declined to the extent that fans speculated it might come to an end—a sentiment he did not share.
Conversely, NWA Hall of Famer Bill Apter presented an alternative perspective on the dominance of Bloodline leader Roman Reigns in a recent episode of Sportskeeda’s UnSKripted podcast. Apter anticipated an eventual conclusion to Roman’s dominance but noted that WWE might not be ready for such a storyline shift at the present time. While acknowledging the potential for someone to defeat Roman Reigns, Apter expressed the belief that WWE is not currently leaning toward that narrative direction.