5 YRS AGO SMACKDOWN POST-SHOW: Keller & Meyers on Edge's follow-up on turn prior week, Sami with Logan Paul, Bryan-Jey street fight, more

The Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show for April 9th, 2021, revisits a pivotal SmackDown episode from five years prior, spotlighting the emotional and strategic storytelling that built momentum for WrestleMania 37. Hosts Wade Keller and Javier Machado analyze standout promos from Daniel Bryan, Edge, and Roman Reigns, praising Bryan’s career-defining return and Edge’s defiant comeback as masterclasses in character authenticity. They debate the narrative risks of Reigns’ overconfidence, while celebrating Jey Uso’s victory in the Andre Battle Royal as a crucial step in deepening the Bloodline storyline. The women’s division receives mixed attention—Bianca Belair’s rise is hailed as a generational shift, while Sasha Banks’ heel turn and Bayley’s underutilization spark concern over repetitive 'diva' tropes. The hosts also critique the stagnant Orton-Fiend feud and advocate for elevating Big E as a main event threat, emphasizing the need for fresh storytelling over spectacle. The episode closes with a strong promotional push for the PW Torch VIP membership, highlighting ad-free access, exclusive content like The Nicky's Club, and a vast archive of wrestling history dating back to the late 1980s, positioning it as a premium resource for serious fans.