Top five WWE stars who should switch brands after Sami Zayn-LA Knight trade

Some more changes can alter the complexion of the WWE landscape.

WWE is always known to switch its superstars to other brands to inject a fresh breath of competition into its shows. Whether it is calling up promising talents from NXT or trading superstars from RAW to SmackDown and vice versa, WWE likes to shake things up often.

A recent development saw LA Knight and Sami Zayn traded to the opposite brands to explore new storyline directions for them. Witnessing that, here are the top five WWE superstars who should change shows in search of better opportunities.

5. Rusev

Rusev made a thunderous return to WWE after being away for years following the WrestleMania season this year. The Bulgarian Brute was looking to have a dominant start after his first few appearances; however, he is not being used to his full potential.

Should the company move him from RAW to SmackDown, Rusev can possibly have a similar crushing run he had before in WWE.

4. Jey Uso

Main Event Jey Uso has ascended to the top heights as a WWE superstar on Monday Night RAW. The YEET man has possibly achieved everything he could on RAW, including the World title.

He should now head over to SmackDown in search of new competition, opportunities, and possibly a different World Championship.

3. Charlotte Flair

Charlotte Flair had an impeccable resurgence on SmackDown following her return to WWE after more than a year at the 2025 Royal Rumble. However, things have not been going as she had wanted.

Despite winning the tag team titles, Flair has been majorly destined for singles success, which has evaded her on SmackDown since her comeback. This makes her a formidable choice to be moved to RAW to have her reawakening as the one true Queen of WWE.

2. Jacob Fatu

Jacob Fatu has been a promising fixture for Friday Night SmackDown ever since he made his WWE debut in 2024. The Samoan Werewolf’s storyline with the Bloodline has passed its course, and his ascension to the next level can happen with a move to RAW to have fresh challenges and opportunities.

1. Judgment Day

The Judgment Day, throughout all its incarnations, has been a top part of Monday Night RAW as a cohesive unit. The members have done it all on the red brand, from winning major titles to being featured in top programs.

This can call for a switch to SmackDown to dominate that brand and bring a new threat to the tag team division of the blue show.

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