The Rock’s Offer to Cody Rhodes Sparks Excitement and Confusion

NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana – Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson made waves on Friday night during his much-anticipated return to WWE on SmackDown, hinting at a power play involving Cody Rhodes that has left fans buzzing.

The Rock, in a cryptic promo, offered Rhodes unprecedented wealth and influence if he agreed to become his champion. This unexpected alliance comes amid ongoing speculation about whether The Rock might serve as a mentor, or possibly a rival, to Rhodes as WrestleMania approaches.

“I want you to ascend to the next level. Be my champion, and together we can dominate not just this industry, but the entire landscape of entertainment,” The Rock told Rhodes, evoking rich storylines that could revolve around a Faustian bargain. However, the implications of such a deal have prompted fans to question the rationale behind choosing Rhodes over other wrestling family members like Roman Reigns.

The Rock continued, stating, “What I have never had, that I want more than anything, is a brother. And that’s what you can be,” creating an intriguing narrative thread connecting him and Rhodes. Fans are left to wonder: why Rhodes, when other family members could be considered for such an option?

As discussions swirl around this major development, wrestling enthusiasts are comparing this storyline to past iconic matches. The apparent juxtaposition between Rhodes’ role as WWE’s ultimate babyface and The Rock’s “Final Boss” persona adds layers of complexity to their potential interactions.

Acknowledging his duality, The Rock confessed that the storyline could serve a greater narrative beyond an in-ring confrontation. His post-SmackDown comments suggested that he and Rhodes might never meet in a wrestling match at all. “We share rarified air, allowing us to feud without stepping into the ring,” he emphasized, thereby suggesting a psychological battle ahead.

Adding to the drama, speculators have begun predicting that Rhodes may outright reject The Rock’s offer, leading to an intense rivalry that could alter the WrestleMania 41 landscape. If that occurs, it leaves room for unexpected twists in the storylines, potentially shifting focus back to the Bloodline drama with Roman Reigns, who remains detached from the ongoing saga.

If Mackenzie and other potential challengers capture the winning title opportunities at the Elimination Chamber next weekend, they may find themselves embroiled in the power struggle being initiated by The Rock and Rhodes.

Amidst all of this intrigue, fans are left asking whether The Rock will reclaim the spotlight, hijacking WrestleMania in a bid for revenge against his family members or maintain the status quo. As executives continue to book the road to WrestleMania, the wrestling community remains optimistic that the final blessings from The Rock could yet lead to something revolutionary for WWE.