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Heavy Machinery has been an incredibly popular act because they're equally goofy and formidable. While both men are supremely popular, it is clear to see that Otis is the Shawn of the group, while Tucker is the Marty.
And while they've been a solid addition to the tag team division ever since they left NXT, they seem to be moving in a very interesting direction. Otis has always been showcased as a man who has a crush on Mandy Rose, but a hug and a kiss later, it's become a popular SmackDown on-screen storyline.
But now Dolph Ziggler has been inserted into the mix as well and his intentions with Rose are pretty clear too. Why is this love triangle being showcased on SmackDown, you rightfully ask?
I'll try and provide you with the answers in this article and I invite you to do the same in the comments below.
#5 To capitalize on the popularity of Otis
I'm guessing that anyone who's reading this article has watched a Heavy Machinery match in the past and therefore, will understand exactly what I'm saying. Even when the match is going on and Otis is on the apron, the crowd is absolutely hot for him, chanting for him to enter the match and shake his belly. Otis is instantly likable and has the potential to be the next breakout star in the company if he is pushed right.
With all due respect to Tucky, who's a really talented individual, Otis is certainly the man that the spotlight is going to be on. Knight is aware of the fact from the way that the matches are structured, with Otis getting the hot tag in every single match. WWE wants to capitalize on the man's popularity and for the same reason, they want to push Otis in such a big way on television.
#4 To have Mandy Rose and Sonya Deville split
It is very clear at this moment that Mandy Rose and Sonya Deville are on the verge of a collision course. While Mandy Rose is likely to be a babyface based on how she's been acting, it is very likely that Sonya Deville will remain a heel, in line with her rugged MMA persona.
We've seen how Dolph Ziggler and The Miz can elevate one another and this is based on the fact that they are the best of friends in real life. The same can be said of Superstars like Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins or even Charlotte Flair and Becky Lynch, who are all really close behind the scenes.
Mandy Rose and Sonya Deville have each other's best interests at heart, in addition to their own too. This is why I believe that they're being split up to work against each other because Deville feels that Rose hadn't her back.
#3 To bring King Corbin and Dolph Ziggler into the tag team division
The way things are going, Roman Reigns and King Corbin should be done with one another pretty soon. They've been feuding since forever and it would make sense to bring this rivalry to its logical conclusion very soon.
And then Dolph Ziggler and King Corbin are the most likely candidates to feud with The New Day for the SmackDown Tag Team Championships, in my opinion. As good as The Revival is, I think we've seen way too many New Day and Revival matches.
So maybe we begin with matches between Ziggler and Corbin against Heavy Machinery and at the conclusion of the feud these two men move to The New Day. The feud could stem from both Otis and Dolph Ziggler competing for Mandy Rose's affections, I guess.
Where else does King Corbin go after Roman Reigns otherwise?
#2 Success of the Rusev-Lana-Lashley & (now) Liv Morgan storyline
RAW chose to end the decade in spectacular fashion with the wedding of Bobby Lashley and Lana. This segment made waves because Liv Morgan would return to WWE in spectacular fashion, alleging that she was Lana's former lover. And then Rusev would pop right out of a cake and bring the segment and the entire decade to a very shocking conclusion.
The numbers for the segment are really high on Youtube, and even RAW's viewership went up with the wedding segment quite significantly. WWE has the chance to replicate this success on SmackDown as well with Mandy Rose, Otis, and Ziggler. People love a love triangle and this is why the storyline has commenced on the blue brand right now.
Only a certain NXT crowd loves in-ring action for the sake of action, while the majority of the casual fanbase just wants drama and entertainment.
#1 To add a brand new layer to the Mandy Rose character
Even though Mandy Rose is a Superstar that the WWE Universe knows and loves dearly, I have to say that her presentation has been very confused up until this point. She used to be known as The Golden Goddess but then, Alexa Bliss became The Goddess and this left Rose completely high and dry.
Even though she's been acting heelish during her matches, she's shown signs of being a babyface in her segments with Otis in recent weeks. Based on whether she ends up with Otis or Ziggler, I guess she could add a whole new layer to her character, and reveal to us if she's a babyface or a heel.
Mandy Rose looks like a star and if she is pushed right, she could be the next Trish Stratus for sure. This storyline could take her there.
Do you agree?
