Roman Reigns faces industry plant claims ahead of WWE Money in the Bank

WWE stars Roman Reigns and LA Knight are facing increased scrutiny and debate ahead of their Money in the Bank match. During a recent episode of WWE RAW, LA Knight labeled Reigns a “corporate puppet” and a “manufactured corporate puppet industry plant.”

Wrestling commentator Conrad Thompson supported this criticism, arguing that WWE forced Reigns to the top of the roster despite initial fan rejection. Thompson contrasted Reigns' rise with stars like Stone Cold Steve Austin, who gained popularity before being pushed to championship status. Thompson noted that while the initial presentation was controversial, Paul Heyman played a significant role in shifting fan perception of Reigns.

Additionally, WWE Hall of Famer Bully Ray expressed skepticism regarding LA Knight's chances in the upcoming match. Ray cited the overwhelming crowd reaction to Roman Reigns' entrance as evidence that Reigns holds a significant advantage. Ray further suggested that while Knight is a capable speaker, he lacks the verbal tools to match the presence of Reigns or other masters of the microphone.