Days of Our Lives Spoilers: Kristen Outsmarts EJ, Disguises Herself as Susan to Reach Rachel

The week of August 3-7 is shaping up to deliver high-stakes drama across Salem, but one storyline appears ready to steal the spotlight. Days of Our Lives spoilers suggest Kristen DiMera may once again prove she’s one step ahead of her enemies after pulling off a daring switch that leaves EJ DiMera scrambling. As EJ realizes the prisoner he thought he controlled is no longer where she should be, Kristen may already be executing the next phase of her risky plan.

According to the latest weekly preview, Kristen’s mission doesn’t end with her escape. Instead, she appears determined to reach the person who matters most—her daughter, Rachel Black—even if it means disguising herself as someone else to do it.

Kristen Finds a Way Around EJ

The preview hints that Kristen successfully slips away after the dramatic events surrounding the shipping container, creating a major problem for EJ.

Rather than remaining on the run, Kristen seemingly makes a calculated move by impersonating Susan Banks. The disguise may allow her to avoid suspicion while delivering an emotional message directly to Rachel.

Footage from the weekly promo shows “Susan” visiting Rachel with something important to share. However, viewers know this appears to be Kristen beneath the disguise, risking everything for one precious moment with her daughter.

Exactly what Kristen plans to tell Rachel remains under wraps, but the scene looks poised to become one of the week’s most emotional moments as she attempts to stay connected despite everything working against her.

EJ Realizes His Captive Is Gone

Meanwhile, EJ is expected to discover that the person he intended to keep under control has disappeared.

After believing events were unfolding according to his plan, he may suddenly find himself forced into damage control once he realizes Kristen has managed to outmaneuver him.

The preview doesn’t reveal exactly how Kristen pulls off the switch, but it clearly suggests EJ loses control of the situation. That development could leave him scrambling for answers while Kristen gains a temporary advantage.

Whether EJ can recover from the setback remains to be seen, but his latest confrontation with Kristen may be far from over.

Xander and Sarah Face a Romantic Test

Elsewhere in Salem, sparks continue to fly between Xander Kiriakis and Sarah Horton.

The weekly preview teases an intimate moment that brings the former couple dangerously close to sharing a kiss. However, the timing appears far from accidental.

Philip Kiriakis is apparently preparing a romantic trap of his own, and whatever scheme he’s putting into motion may place Xander and Sarah in an emotionally complicated position.

As lingering feelings continue to surface, viewers may wonder whether the pair can resist temptation or if Philip’s interference will only complicate matters further.

Rafe Finally Clears EJ in Gwen’s Disappearance

Another mystery begins moving toward a breakthrough when Rafe Hernandez uncovers new information about Gwen Rizczech’s disappearance.

According to the preview, Rafe informs Cat Greene that EJ was not responsible for kidnapping Gwen after all.

Instead, the blame shifts squarely onto Dimitri von Leuschner.

That revelation changes the direction of the investigation and could ease some of the suspicion surrounding EJ, even as other troubles continue to pile up for him elsewhere.

Leo Walks Into Even More Danger

Unfortunately, solving the mystery doesn’t mean Gwen is any safer.

Spoilers indicate Leo travels to Alamainia hoping to rescue Gwen, but Dimitri has little interest in negotiating.

Rather than reaching any peaceful agreement, Dimitri may decide to make Leo part of the problem by taking him hostage as well.

If that happens, Leo and Gwen could find themselves trapped together while searching for an opportunity to escape.

Fortunately, help may eventually be on the way.

The preview also confirms that Rafe is headed to Alamainia, where he’ll do everything possible to rescue both Leo and Gwen from an increasingly dangerous situation.

Whether he arrives in time remains one of the week’s biggest unanswered questions.

Lexie’s Recovery Raises New Questions

Back in Salem, another dramatic development unfolds near the shipping container.

After the previous confrontation, Lexie Carver regains consciousness with both EJ and Rita Lesley nearby.

The circumstances surrounding Lexie’s recovery remain somewhat mysterious, but the timing suggests it connects directly to Kristen’s successful escape.

With Kristen already gone, EJ may find himself trying to piece together exactly what happened while dealing with the fallout of another failed plan.

Joy Faces an Unexpected Health Crisis

The week’s drama isn’t limited to kidnappings and family feuds.

At the Brady Pub, Joy Wesley suddenly experiences intense pain in her arm, leaving those around her deeply concerned.

The preview doesn’t confirm what’s causing the frightening symptoms.

It’s possible the pain is connected to injuries Joy suffered during her recent car accident. On the other hand, the show may be setting up an entirely different medical complication.

Whatever the diagnosis turns out to be, Joy appears headed for devastating news.

Spoilers also indicate Alex Kiriakis will step in to comfort her after she receives crushing information, suggesting the emotional impact could be just as significant as the physical one.

A Week Filled With Risk, Secrets and Emotional Decisions

The upcoming week promises to keep multiple storylines moving at full speed.

Kristen appears determined to outsmart EJ while finding a way back to Rachel, even if impersonating Susan becomes her only option. Meanwhile, Leo and Gwen’s dangerous situation may worsen before rescue finally arrives, Xander and Sarah face another emotional crossroads, and Joy could be confronting a life-changing medical setback.

With so many lives hanging in the balance and several rescue missions unfolding simultaneously, Days of Our Lives spoilers suggest the first week of August will leave viewers wondering who will escape danger, who will face heartbreaking consequences, and whether Kristen’s daring gamble will ultimately bring her closer to Rachel—or create even bigger problems in the days ahead.