3 WWE SmackDown stars who may get a Universal Title shot this year and 2 who may not

#3 Seth Rollins could turn face and feud with Roman Reigns on SmackDown

The history. #SmackDown @WWERomanReigns @HeymanHustle @WWERollins pic.twitter.com/pHXB6AMr87

— WWE (@WWE) May 8, 2021

This week's Throwback edition of SmackDown saw Cesaro defeat Seth Rollins to get a shot at the Universal Championship at WrestleMania Backlash. Jimmy Uso cost 'The Messiah' the match, which laid the basis for his tension with Roman Reigns.

The Universal Champion also had a backstage interaction with Rollins on SmackDown, which could be the start of a huge story. The four-time WWE world champion could soon target Jimmy Uso, which could play into a title shot for both of them.

In fact, with Uso somewhat as a face and Seth Rollins being a heel, WWE could execute a double turn between the pair on SmackDown, once Jimmy is established as a part of The Tribal Chief's crew. Rollins could do well as a babyface opposite his former Shield brother.

Teasing the tension between Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins is perfect. It's gonna be so great to see what direction they take this in.#SmackDown

— Pro Wrestling Finesse (@ProWFinesse) May 8, 2021

Their history together and against each other lends to a fascinating story WWE could tell between Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns. None of their matches have had Rollins as the face and Reigns as the heel, which only adds to the intrigue. It could be one of the best feuds on SmackDown in the entirety of 2021.