Top 5 NEW Gimmicks for WWE Champion Drew McIntyre
Drew McIntyre won the Undisputed WWE Championship 11 days ago, on January 9, 2026, on SmackDown. “The Scottish Psychopath” beat Cody Rhodes in a brutal Three Stages of Hell match to capture his third WWE World Title, shocking fans around the world.
Does he need a character change? Not really — but hey, why not have a little fun with it? That’s what my latest Top 5 is all about: fresh new gimmicks and wild directions for Drew!
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Top 5 Gimmicks for WWE Undisputed Champion Drew McIntyre
Tony D'Angelo’s Council — Drew could warn Tony before he acts in NXT: “You can’t attack NXT stars without my permission, D’Angelo!” Then Johnny Gargano adds: “That’s why I said: NO CONTACT!”
NXT GM — McIntyre could certainly shake things up as the new NXT GM, while still defending his Title on the main roster and even NXT.
The manager of Josh Briggs — This would take Josh to another level, the one he REALLY needs to get to, and soon.
Starting A Feud With Tony D'Angelo - If helping him doesn’t work, how about a feud with Tony? I’m here for it!
The Commissioner of NXT - Instead of taking her job, Drew could start a rivalry with GM Ava over the control of NXT.
