The BEST episodes of WWE SmackDown season 16
Every episode of WWE SmackDown season 16, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of WWE SmackDown season 16!
For more than 20 years and with more than 1,000 episodes, SmackDown has showcased WWE's top Superstars and created countless memorable moments.
#1 - SmackDown 767
Season 16 - Episode 18 - Aired 5/2/2014
Hornswoggle and El Torito sign the contract for their Wee-L-C Match at Extreme Rules. WWE World Heavyweight Champion Daniel Bryan discusses his future after sustaining a neck injury. The Wyatt Family faces The Usos & Sheamus. Dean Ambrose defends the United States Championship against Alberto Del Rio, Ryback, and Curtis Axel in a Fatal 4-Way Match.
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#2 - SmackDown 754
Season 16 - Episode 5 - Aired 1/31/2014
The Shield make their demands for the Elimination Chamber event known to both Triple H and the WWE Universe. WWE World Heavyweight Championship Elimination Chamber Qualifying Matches feature Dolph Ziggler facing Antonio Cesaro and Christian battling Jack Swagger. Daniel Bryan, Sheamus, and Rey Mysterio face The Shield.
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#3 - SmackDown 777
Season 16 - Episode 28 - Aired 7/11/2014
Roman Reigns battles Rusev in the main event. With The Wyatt Family breathing down his neck, Chris Jericho must find way to redirect his focus as he takes on Randy Orton. Fandango's dance partners take the lead in a surprising turn of events. Plus, Sheamus takes on Alberto Del Rio, Bo Dallas rallies his Bo-lievers, and much more.
#4 - SmackDown 801
Season 16 - Episode 52 - Aired 12/26/2014
When Seth Rollins gets on the wrong side of Hulk Hogan, he finds himself teaming with Big Show to face Dolph Ziggler & Roman Reigns. Ryback battles Kane. When Dean Ambrose receives a golden opportunity, Bray Wyatt makes his presence felt. Plus, Jimmy Uso battles The Miz, Adam Rose goes one-on-one with R-Truth, and much more.
#5 - SmackDown 778
Season 16 - Episode 29 - Aired 7/18/2014
Dean Ambrose looks to settle the score with Seth Rollins but may have to get fired up about another opponent. Chris Jericho gets his first shot at The Wyatt Family when he battles Luke Harper. Divas Champion AJ Lee teams up with an unlikely partner to take on Layla & Summer Rae. Plus, Nikki Bella pays for the sins of her sister and much more.
#6 - SmackDown 779
Season 16 - Episode 30 - Aired 7/25/2014
Roman Reigns meets Alberto Del Rio in the main event. The new Intercontinental Champion The Miz hosts another MizTV. Two of the WWE's most unpredictable Superstars battle it out in a No Disqualification Match as Dean Ambrose takes on Cesaro. Plus, Rybaxel faces The Usos, Bray Wyatt goes one-on-one with R-Truth, and much more.
#7 - SmackDown 780
Season 16 - Episode 31 - Aired 8/1/2014
Randy Orton issues a challenge to Roman Reigns for SummerSlam. As Jack Swagger faces a former ally, Lana and Rusev make him and Zeb Colter an offer they can't refuse. Chris Jericho battles Erick Rowan. Plus, Bo Dallas gets a chance for redemption against R-Truth, Dean Ambrose battles Kane & Seth Rollins in a Handicap Match, and more.
#8 - SmackDown 781
Season 16 - Episode 32 - Aired 8/8/2014
Dean Ambrose announces the stipulation he has chosen for his match against Seth Rollins at SummerSlam. Ambrose is also forced to face Randy Orton in the main event. Dolph Ziggler takes on Rollins. Plus, Big Show teams with Mark Henry to take on Rybaxel, Rusev battles Big E, and much more action.
#9 - SmackDown 782
Season 16 - Episode 33 - Aired 8/15/2014
Roman Reigns comes to MizTV to discuss his upcoming match with Randy Orton. As Mark Henry prepares to take on Luke Harper, he finds support from another big man. Plus, Dean Ambrose battles Cesaro, Jack Swagger takes on Bo Dallas, and Paige continues to cause problems for Divas Champion AJ Lee. All this and more.
#10 - SmackDown 783
Season 16 - Episode 34 - Aired 8/22/2014
Kane gives The Miz a chance to star in a sequel of sorts when he makes him face Roman Reigns in a main event rematch from last week's SmackDown. Plus, Stardust & Goldust battle Luke Harper & Erick Rowan of The Wyatt Family, Jack Swagger takes on Seth Rollins, and much more.
#11 - SmackDown 784
Season 16 - Episode 35 - Aired 8/29/2014
Roman Reigns takes on Bray Wyatt. As Rusev looks to crush Jack Swagger's determination in a Submission Match, Bo Dallas sets out to show the Real American how to Bo-lieve. When The Miz is ordered to face Sheamus, he once again turns to his new stunt double to act his part. Plus, Stardust faces Jimmy Uso and much more.
#12 - SmackDown 785
Season 16 - Episode 36 - Aired 9/5/2014
WWE COO Triple H makes an epic 10-Man Tag Team main event. Cesaro battles the Intercontinental Champion Dolph Ziggler. After weeks of rivalry, Rusev and Lana finally have an answer for Mark Henry's challenge at Night of Champions. Plus, John Cena, The Wyatt Family, Roman Reigns, and many more are in action.
#13 - SmackDown 786
Season 16 - Episode 37 - Aired 9/12/2014
Chris Jericho & Roman Reigns battle Randy Orton & Seth Rollins in the main event. Before he meets Mark Henry at Night of Champions, Rusev makes a special challenge to the World's Strongest Man. Bo Dallas proves to a couple of Real Americans what Bo-lieving can do when he takes on Justin Gabriel. Plus, Divas Champion Paige and more.
#14 - SmackDown 787
Season 16 - Episode 38 - Aired 9/19/2014
Rusev takes on Roman Reigns in the main event. Adam Rose faces off against Heath Slater. After losing to Jack Swagger on Raw, Bo Dallas gets a chance at redemption when he takes on the Real American in a rematch. Plus, Cesaro & The Miz team up against Sheamus & Dolph Ziggler, Jimmy Uso battles Stardust, and much more.
#15 - SmackDown 788
Season 16 - Episode 39 - Aired 9/26/2014
The Miz faces Dean Ambrose. And while Seth Rollins looks to take advantage, his preoccupation with the Lunatic Fringe may cost him a crucial investment. Plus, The Usos challenge Gold & Stardust for the Tag Team Championship, Dolph Ziggler defends his Intercontinental Championship, and Big Show battles Rusev in the main event. All this and more.
#16 - SmackDown 789
Season 16 - Episode 40 - Aired 10/3/2014
Dean Ambrose & John Cena take on Randy Orton and Kane in a rematch from Raw. As Big Show makes a formal apology for his actions against the Russian Flag, Rusev and Lana demonstrate their diplomatic appreciation. Plus, Sheamus & Dolph Ziggler battle The Miz & Damien Mizdow, Paige faces off with Naomi, and much more.
#17 - SmackDown 790 - SmackDown 15th Anniversary
Season 16 - Episode 41 - Aired 10/10/2014
For the special 15th Anniversary of SmackDown, two former General Managers return for one more round as they assemble teams to compete in an incredible 15-Man Tag Team Match. In a tumultuous edition of MizTV, John Cena and Dean Ambrose have a one-on-one confrontation. Plus, Seth Rollins, Kane, and many more Superstars in action.
#18 - SmackDown 791
Season 16 - Episode 42 - Aired 10/17/2014
Dean Ambrose's actions earn him a match against Kane. As Big Show prepares for his next confrontation with Rusev, he must first ask an old friend to step aside. Layla faces Divas Champion AJ Lee. Plus, Gold & Stardust team with The Miz to take on Sheamus & The Usos, Dolph Ziggler battles Seth Rollins, and much more.
#19 - SmackDown 792
Season 16 - Episode 43 - Aired 10/24/2014
Dolph Ziggler gives Cesaro a golden opportunity when he defends his Intercontinental Championship against him. Plus, Michael Cole sits down with the Big Show for a special interview, Mark Henry teams with The Usos to take on Bo Dallas and the Tag Team Champions Gold & Stardust, and much more.
#20 - SmackDown 793
Season 16 - Episode 44 - Aired 10/31/2014
On this special Halloween edition of SmackDown, Dean Ambrose takes on Cesaro in a Trick or Street Fight. After his victory over Kane on Raw, Dolph Ziggler finds himself in over his head against The Authority. Mark Henry reveals why he turned on the Big Show on MizTV. Plus, a Divas Halloween Costume Battle Royal, Ryback faces Heath Slater, and more.
#21 - SmackDown 794
Season 16 - Episode 45 - Aired 11/7/2014
Two incredible Steel Cage Matches headline this exciting episode of SmackDown. One features The Usos looking to regain the Tag Team Championship from Gold & Stardust and the other features Dolph Ziggler battling Kane. Plus, Dean Ambrose visits The Peep Show, Ryback faces Cesaro, and more.
#22 - SmackDown 795
Season 16 - Episode 46 - Aired 11/14/2014
The Authority joins Chris Jericho on The Highlight Reel for what could be their farewell address. Ryback looks to feast on Kane. Plus, Bray Wyatt's mind games begin effect Dean Ambrose, Adam Rose teams with Bunny, and Dolph Ziggler defends his Intercontinental Championship against Cesaro and Tyson Kidd in a Triple Threat Match.
#23 - SmackDown 796
Season 16 - Episode 47 - Aired 11/21/2014
With The Authority's future hanging in the balance at Survivor Series, Triple H offers a final warning to the members of Team Cena and reminds them what happens to those who threaten the establised order. Ryback & Big Show face Seth Rollins & Kane. Rusev looks to eliminate Dolph Ziggler. Plus, Cesaro battles Erick Rowan and more.
#24 - SmackDown 797
Season 16 - Episode 48 - Aired 11/28/2014
Dolph Ziggler is given a chance to regain championship gold when he faces Luke Harper for the Intercontinental Championship. Rusev pays the price for his insubordination as he is forced to defend his United States Championship in a Battle Royal. Plus, Ryback battles Seth Rollins, The New Day makes their debut, and another edition of MizTV.
#25 - SmackDown 798
Season 16 - Episode 49 - Aired 12/5/2014
With Santino Marella in charge of SmackDown, Big Show & Seth Rollins take on Ryback & Erick Rowan. Bray Wyatt aims to please Dean Ambrose when Rusev declines to face the Lunatic Fringe. The Miz continues to make things personal with Jimmy Uso when he offers a gift to Naomi. Plus, Dolph Ziggler, Luke Harper, and many more are in action.