WWE SmackDown October 2, 2026 Preview and Predictions
WWE SmackDown rolls into the Ball Arena this Friday, October 2, 2026 in Denver, Colorado, loaded with high-stakes Money in the Bank qualifying action, top-tier women's division showcases, and a hilarious digital curveball that’s sure to have fans buzzing all weekend.
In what might just be a hilarious website scheduling slip-up by WWE's digital team—or a brand-new way of highlighting crowd bonuses—an official graphic has popped up featuring a massive six-man tag team dark match pitting The Bloodline's Jacob Fatu and The Usos against Royce Keys, Bronco Nima, and Lucien Price.
Whether it's a backend mishap or a sign of things to come for the live arena crowd, the rest of the televised card is set to deliver an explosive night on the road to autumn premium live events.
WWE SMACKDOWN PREVIEW
OCTOBER 2, 2026
BALL ARENA — DENVER, CO
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PREDICTIONS
WWE SmackDown is one of WWE's flagship weekly programs, showcasing the biggest Superstars on the SmackDown brand in explosive matches, heated rivalries, intense promos, and major storyline advancements that shape the future of WWE.
It airs live every Friday at 8 p.m. ET on the USA Network (in the US), with episodes also available on-demand shortly after broadcast on Peacock (in the US) and on WWE Network or Netflix internationally (depending on the region).
Note: While WWE Premium Live Events moved to ESPN platforms, SmackDown's weekly broadcast and on-demand streaming home in the US remains anchored to USA Network and Peacock.
