WWE Draft 2024 results: Stars, NXT talent selected on 'Friday Night SmackDown'

What else happened on 'Friday Night SmackDown'?

SmackDown began with Cody Rhodes and AJ Styles signing the contract for their Undisputed WWE Universal Championship match at Backlash France. Afterward, Rhodes announced the picks for the first round for SmackDown, which led to a confrontation from Carmelo Hayes. Hayes challenged Rhodes to a match later in the night, which Rhodes accepted.

Dragon Lee and Rey Mysterio defeated Angel and Berto, but afterward, Santos Escobar revealed the footage of who attacked Lee before WrestleMania. It was LWO member Carlito, much to the confusion of Lee and Mysterio. Carlito then attacked both stars before leaving the arena, much to the delight of Escobar.

Bron Breakker defeated an unnamed competitor in a squash mash before he was drafted to Raw.

Kevin Owens tried to get payback against Solo Sikoa and Tama Tonga for their attack on him last week. The advantage eventually favored The Bloodline, but Randy Orton came to the aid of Owens to get the others away from the ring.

Tiffany Stratton and Naomi battled for the right to challenge Bayley for the WWE Women's Championship, but Nia Jax interrupted the match by attacking Bayley and Naomi. Stratton got the last laugh by attacking them both afterward, but no No. 1 contender is decided.

Cody Rhodes defeats Carmelo Hayes, but the NXT newcomer puts up an impressive performance against the champion.

How does the WWE Draft work?

The draft will consist of Raw and SmackDown each making selections for who they want on their rosters, similar to professional sports leagues. Whichever brand a star is drafted by is the show that star will exclusively appear on for the remainder of the year.

On Friday, there will be four rounds with 16 total picks. SmackDown will pick first. The rosters will be locked on May 6 after Backlash.

Who is eligible for the 2024 WWE Draft?

All non-champion stars are eligible to be selected in the draft, including NXT personnel. For Friday, there are 20 available stars and stables to be among the 14 picks. The eligible stars on Friday are:

AJ Styles

Alba Fyre and Isla Dawn

Alpha Academy (Chad Gable, Otis, Akira Tozawa and Maxxine Dupri)

Andrade

Bianca Belair

Bron Breakker

Cedric Alexander and Ashante "Thee" Adonis

Ivar

Jey Uso

LA Knight

Liv Morgan

Nia Jax

Randy Orton

Ricochet

Seth Rollins

Shayna Baszler

Sheamus

The Bloodline (Roman Reigns, Solo Sikoa, "MFT" Tama Tonga and Paul Heyman)

The O.C. (Luke Gallows, Karl Anderson and Michin)

Zoey Stark

'Friday Night SmackDown' schedule

The WWE Draft won't be the only thing happening on "Friday Night SmackDown." Here is what else is scheduled to happen inside Heritage Bank Center:

Cody Rhodes, AJ Styles sign contract for Undisputed WWE Title Match at Backlash France.

Solo Sikoa and Tama Tonga appear after vicious attack on Kevin Owens last week.

Rey Mysterio and Dragon Lee vs. Angel and Berto.

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WWE Draft 2024 results: Stars, NXT talent selected on 'Friday Night SmackDown'

Round 1 picks

Round 2 picks

Round 3 picks

Round 4 picks

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'Friday Night SmackDown' schedule

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