Shock Nickname Reveal: Drew McIntyre Drops Bold New Identity on SmackDown—Fans and Legends React
Last week’s episode of WWE SmackDown turned into a nightmare night for Drew McIntyre, but it also gave fans a surprising new talking point—his brand-new nickname.
Chaos Night Leads to McIntyre’s New Persona
McIntyre barely got time to speak before chaos erupted. Cody Rhodes attacked him, seemingly getting revenge for his elimination during the Royal Rumble men’s match earlier this year.
Moments later, Jacob Fatu joined the assault, leaving McIntyre battered before he could even address the crowd.
But when he finally grabbed the mic, McIntyre made sure the moment counted. While firing verbal shots at Roman Reigns and CM Punk, he introduced himself with a new moniker — “Scottish WarMachine.”
The nickname instantly sparked debate across the wrestling world.
Hall of Famer Slams McIntyre’s Promo
Speaking on Busted Open Radio, WWE Hall of Famer Bully Ray didn’t hold back while reviewing McIntyre’s segment.
Ray questioned the logic behind McIntyre criticizing champions and rival brands at the same time. He compared the confusing storytelling to quoting Jeff Spicoli, suggesting even longtime wrestling veterans struggled to understand the direction.
He also pointed out the timing felt off, especially since McIntyre had just eliminated one of WWE’s biggest fan favorites from the Rumble despite not being an official entrant.
“Declaration of War” Storyline Criticism
Ray added that McIntyre’s aggressive tone toward WWE Raw talent would only make sense if WWE was building toward Survivor Series, where brand-vs-brand rivalries are traditionally highlighted.
He also questioned whether WWE could be teasing cross-brand clashes inside the Elimination Chamber, even though the match format is usually every superstar for themselves.
What This Means for McIntyre Moving Forward
The “Scottish WarMachine” identity could signal a more ruthless and war-driven version of McIntyre heading into WWE’s next major storylines. But with legends already questioning the creative direction, fans are divided on whether this new era will elevate him — or create more controversy.
If WWE fully commits to this character shift, McIntyre could be positioned as one of the company’s most dangerous forces heading into the next premium live events.
