5 Reasons why The Usos are WWE's best tag team

The Usos.
The Usos.

There is no denying that there are multiple tag teams that are currently in the WWE such as The Revival and The New Day and that these teams bring something different to the table. However, it's clear that there is no other tag team like The Usos in WWE.

Out of all the tag teams currently in the WWE, The Usos were the ones who had to jump over hurdles the most. Whether it's as babyfaces or heels, it has been proven time and time again that they can deliver.

So here are 5 reasons why The Usos are currently WWE's best tag team.


5. They learned from the best

The Anoa'i Family.
The Anoa'i Family.

Jey Uso and Jimmy Uso are both honorary members of the Anoa'i Family as they are related to established superstars such as The Rock and Roman Reigns. They come from a deep bloodline, and it's clear to see that they had learned from the best in terms of everything that The Usos bring to the WWE.

The reason why The Usos' heritage makes them one of the best tag teams in the WWE is that they there are many superstars that come from famous wrestling families in the WWE, however, they don't make live up to the expectations that have been set up for them.

But The Usos are a tag team that didn't let their heritage define them. From the beginning of the WWE career, they never tried to be like their father Rikishi as they always tried to be themselves.

They are the epitome of superstars who took their heritage and made it into something unique, and one example of this is back when they used to do the traditional Haka dance in their entrance. This shows that they are always looking for ways to be innovative.

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4. They are versatile

Former SmackDown Tag Team Champions.
Former SmackDown Tag Team Champions.

The Usos have proven that they are the most versatile tag team in the WWE whether it's as babyfaces, heels or tweeners. Their first run as babyfaces was arguably the tenure that had established The Usos in the Tag Team division.

But ever since they turned heel, it's clear that their characters evolved. And as their gimmicks had evolved, they had gotten themselves over with the WWE Universe again which led to another babyface turn following a rivalry with The New Day which even led to a Hell in a Cell match at Hell in a Cell 2017.

They have proven time and time again that they can be effective even when they have different alignments.

Fast forward to 2019, and The Usos are set to face Shane McMahon and The Miz for the Smackdown Tag Team Championships at the Elimination Chamber 2019 PPV event. This shows that they can go toe to toe with any tag team in the WWE regardless of what their alignment is, and they can still stay over with the WWE Universe.

3. Solid in-ring abilities

Double Superfly Splash.
Double Superfly Splash.

When it comes to wrestling in the ring, there simply isn't a tag team in the WWE that does it like The Usos.

Their styles are clearly unmatched to the point where even the world's biggest tag team in the independent scene, The Young Bucks have previously stated that they would like to wrestle The Usos.

We have even seen The Usos have a series of matches with The New Day which created one of the best rivalries in the tag team division that we had seen in years.

As stated in the third slideshow, their feud with The New Day even led to a historic Hell in a Cell match at the 2017 PPV event with the same name, as both teams had stolen the show at that same event.

The Usos clearly know how to bring their all into every single match whether it's on a PPV event or a normal SmackDown live show, and their abilities to perform in the ring is one aspect of why they are the best tag team in the WWE.

2. Great promo abilities

A memorable Rap Battle between The Usos and The New Day.
A memorable Rap Battle between The Usos and The New Day.

In WWE, there are only two tag teams who are comfortable when it comes to speaking on the mic. The first one is The New Day, as their funny act during segments provides fantastic entertainment for the fans. However, it's clear that New Day's promos are more comedy based.

But as for The Usos, they bring a different kind of passion when it comes to their segments. Their fire is absolutely unreal, and it seems like they believe in every single word that they preach.

Most of The Usos' brilliant promos have come whilst they had feuded with The New Day. One example of this was the entertaining rap battle which was a segment that was as unique as ever.

There are also shades of The Rock when it comes to their segments, with phrases such as "Welcome to The Uso Penitentiary" and their solid one-liners. It's clear that their chemistry is clearly elite. After all, they are twin brothers of course.

They have the ability to hold it down on the mic whether it's in a backstage segment or in-ring segment. Even if their characters aren't being pushed to the limelight, they will always make themselves come across as an important aspect of SmackDown Live.

1. Their unique characters

Their characters are unique.
Their characters are unique.

And finally, the main reason why The Usos are the best tag team in WWE is that of their unique characters.

At first, The Usos sported face-paints and matching attire, paying tribute to their heritage. But as The Usos were progressing, it was clear that their face run was turning stale and boring as Vince McMahon and the fans wanted something new.

On September 6th, 2016 episode of SmackDown Live, we saw The Usos turn heel for the first time since 2011 as they had brutally attacked American Alpha. It was at this moment that everything changed for The Usos.

After they had turned on American Alpha, they were showing more aggression in the ring and during their promos. It was clear that this heel turn was something that The Usos were craving to do for a long time.

The Usos were clearly born and raised in the streets, and seeing The Usos bring their roots into their characters has created the most compelling tag team in the wrestling world today.

The phrase "Down Since Day One Ish" isn't just The Usos being in character, this is a phrase that is the reality for them.

There is no point in being talented in the ring if you don't have the character to back this up, and this was evident during The Usos' first babyface run.

However, they took advice from all their critics and turned their characters into something special. And for that reason, The Usos are evidently the best tag team in the WWE today.

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