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Finally, after a couple of weeks of uncertainty, the men's RAW and SmackDown Survivor Series teams are now in place.
Following the November 19 episode of SmackDown, just two days before the big pay-per-view, Sheamus fought and earned the final spot on Team SmackDown to cement the match-up.
Initially, WWE had announced the teams over social media, which led many to think the company really wasn't that bothered about this year's event. Over the past few weeks, we've seen numerous changes to the competitors included. Surprisingly, some of the bigger names on the WWE roster didn't make the cut.
That being said, let's take a look at five WWE superstars who should have been included on the men's Survivor Series teams.
#5 Rey Mysterio should have been included on Team RAW for Survivor Series
When WWE announced the men's teams for the Survivor Series, Rey Mysterio and his son Dominik Mysterio were named on Team RAW. Even though the duo had just moved over from SmackDown, it made somewhat sense to have the father-son duo make a name for themselves on the red brand.
Instead, the company went in a different direction.
First, the day after the teams were announced on RAW, Dominik lost his spot on the big show. WWE official Adam Pearce pitted Dominik against the returning Bobby Lashley to earn himself a place on the team. Of course, Dom lost, which resulted in him being removed.
Second, Rey Mysterio was removed from the team the following week, once again at the hands of Bobby Lashley. The former World Heavyweight Champion was injured by The Almighty One, and Pearce chose to replace the master of the 619 with up-and-comer, selfie taker Austin Theory.
Sadly, it seemed like a completely missed opportunity not only to have a legendary competitor perform in the match, but also to further his storyline with his son. At some stage down the line, it appears we will get Rey vs. Dominik. It is just a matter of time.
The seeds could have certainly been planted even more at the Survivor Series pay-per-view, with Dominik finally turning on his father Rey. Unfortunately, we will just have to wait a little longer, but in front of a hot crowd in the Barclays Center, it certainly could have been the right moment to pull the trigger.
#4 Cesaro should have been included on Team SmackDown at Survivor Series
Once again, leading into Survivor Series, another WWE pay-per-view, we are left scratching our heads as to what has happened to Cesaro. It seems he has fallen down the pecking order once more with no real storyline in sight.
Cesaro is one of WWE's most consistent performers, and by now, really should have affirmed his place at the same level as someone like Sheamus. To truly bulk up SmackDown's team, Cesaro would have been the perfect fit, even alongside The Celtic Warrior, with the two formerly being The Bar.
We shall see if the Blue Brand will rue not having a superstar of the caliber of the Swiss Superman in just a matter of hours.
#3 Montez Ford should have been included on Team RAW at Survivor Series
Remember when Montez Ford put on the performance of his career against Roman Reigns a number of weeks back? It showcased what Montez Ford brought to the table, even without Angelo Dawkins.
There's no doubt that Ford is one of WWE's brightest talent and will one day break out on his own and be a success. The company could once again give one-half of the Street Profits an opportunity to show the WWE Universe that he is ready to break out. He certainly would have benefited from appearing on Team RAW to raise his stock even further, and also give the team a whole new flavor.
#2 Sami Zayn should have been on Team SmackDown at Survivor Series
Now there is nothing wrong with Jeff Hardy replacing Sami Zayn on the SmackDown team at Survivor Series. It's just that Jeff hasn't really done much since joining the blue brand following the 2021 WWE Draft. Sami, on the other hand, is the self-proclaimed locker room leader.
Sami should really have figured out how to drive a wedge on the blue team and create some compelling scenarios. Imagine Zayn running around claiming he is the team captain and believing the roster are seeing him as such. It feels like a missed opportunity, plus Sami is just great to watch in the ring and would have slotted in nicely against Team RAW.
#1 AJ Styles should have been on Team RAW at Survivor Series
AJ Styles, one of the top wrestlers in the world, is currently advertised for a meaningless 25-man RAW vs. SmackDown Battle Royal at Survivor Series. The former WWE Champion has been absent for a few weeks, but he definitely belongs in a big match on the card.
He would have been the perfect solution for the final spot on the RAW team. How good of a team would it have been with Styles included? It just feels like a waste of Styles' talents, especially on one of WWE's biggest shows of the year.
Who do you think should be on this year's Men's RAW and SmackDown Survivor Series teams?
