WWE’s Elimination Chamber go-home episode of SmackDown just got an early spoiler — and it involves the Undisputed WWE Champion.
According to Cory Hays of BodySlam.net, the early internal rundown lists Drew McIntyre as the opening segment for tonight’s February 27, 2026 broadcast from the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky.
With six Men’s Elimination Chamber participants — Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes, Je’Von Evans, Jey Uso, LA Knight, and Trick Williams — already scheduled to come face-to-face ahead of their WrestleMania title opportunity match, McIntyre opening the show could immediately set the tone.
The Scottish Warrior currently sits atop the mountain as Undisputed WWE Champion, and whoever survives the Chamber tomorrow night will be headed straight for him at WrestleMania 42.
As always, internal rundowns can change before airtime, but if this holds, expect McIntyre to address the Chamber field — and possibly stir the pot before Saturday’s high-stakes match.
Updated early lineup for February 27 SmackDown: Opening Segment: Drew McIntyre Men’s Elimination Chamber Participants Face Off WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship: Rhea Ripley & IYO SKY (c) Lash Legend & Nia Jax Oba Femi vs. The Miz Jordynne Grace vs. Candice LeRae Uncle Howdy vs. Solo Sikoa WWE United States Open Challenge: Carmelo Hayes (c) vs. TBA
With Drew McIntyre potentially opening the show, fans can expect a strong start as WWE continues building toward Elimination Chamber.
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