WWE Just Changed WrestleMania Plans ! Cody Rhodes vs Randy Orton Rumors EXPLODE

The Road to WrestleMania 42 just took a massive detour! Join us LIVE as we break down the explosive reports that WWE Creative has pivoted away from the expected Cody Rhodes vs. Drew McIntyre program to set up a blockbuster mentor-vs-student clash: Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton! Following the controversial finish at Elimination Chamber 2026, where Randy Orton pinned Cody after a Claymore from McIntyre, the "Viper" is officially the Contender. But with Nick Aldis granting Cody a title rematch this Friday on SmackDown, the rumor mill is spinning. Is WWE planning a title change just to give us the "Legacy" reunion match in Las Vegas? Tonight’s Discussion Points: THE WRESTLEMANIA PIVOT: We analyze the reports from PWInsider and Self Made Sessions that Cody vs. Randy has been the internal plan since February. Why is WWE moving away from the hot Drew McIntyre feud? DREW MCINTYRE SNUBBED? "The Scottish Warrior" has been the workhorse of the Undisputed WWE Championship picture. Is he being pushed out of the main event spotlight for a "bigger" marquee name? We discuss if Drew is being "phoned in" as a stopgap champion. SMACKDOWN SPOILERS: We preview this Friday’s massive title match in Portland. Will Jacob Fatu or Sami Zayn interfere to ensure Cody walks into WrestleMania as the champion? LEGACY REVISITED: We dive into the deep history between Orton and Rhodes. Is this the "Premium Story" WWE needs to drive views on ESPN and Netflix, or is it a slap in the face to McIntyre's recent character work? FATU VS. MCINTYRE? If Drew loses the belt, what happens to him at Mania? We look at the potential for a non-title grudge match against "The Samoan Werewolf." Get in the live chat and let us know: Are you Team Orton or Team McIntyre for the WrestleMania main event? Is WWE making a mistake by switching the plan now?

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