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Mar 31, 2024; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Brahmas cornerback Bryce Thompson (1) hits DC Defenders quarterback Jordan Ta'amu (10) in the second half at The Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

Two Players Signed and Traded in Latest UFL Transactions

Mar 31, 2024; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Brahmas cornerback Bryce Thompson (1) hits DC Defenders quarterback Jordan Ta'amu (10) in the second half at The Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

Two Players Signed and Traded in Latest UFL Transactions

Three players landed UFL contracts on Thursday, with two being traded from the teams that signed them the day before.

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Sep 1, 2018; Waco, TX, USA; Baylor Bears quarterback Jalan McClendon (19) in action during the game against the Abilene Christian Wildcats at McLane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

UFL Transaction Update: D.C. Defenders Trade Former Baylor QB to Houston

Cincinnati Bengals running back Jacob Saylors (34) runs with the ball in the second quarter of the NFL preseason week 3 game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Washington Commanders at FedEx Field in Landover, M.D., on Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023.

Second Trade of Offseason Featured in Monday's UFL Transactions

Oct 30, 2021; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Tulane Green Wave linebacker Marvin Moody (0) reacts to sacking Cincinnati Bearcats quarterback Desmond Ridder (9) in the end zone for a safety during the first half at Yulman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Three Players Land UFL Contracts, Including Former Tulane Linebacker

Aug 24, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Hall (49) runs the ball against Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Zech McPhearson (27) during the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Caean Couto-Imagn Images

UFL Treats Five Players with Contracts on Halloween

Feb 9, 2020; Arlington, Texas, USA; St. Louis Battlehawks punter Marquette King (7) celebrates during the second half against the Dallas Renegades in an XFL football game at Globe Life Park. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

UFL Inks Three New Contracts, Renegades Re-Sign Long-Time Punter

May 13, 2023; San Antonio, TX, USA; DC Defenders running back Abram Smith (4) runs in for a touchdown in the first half against the Arlington Renegades at the Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

Will Former Baylor Running Back Return to D.C. Defenders in 2025?

Aug 19, 2017; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers outside linebacker Pita Taumoepenu (45) celebrates after a play during the second half at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

UFL Transaction Update: Battlehawks Bring Back Sack Leader

Aug 28, 2021; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos linebacker Andre Mintze (91) engages the crowd against the Los Angeles Rams during the fourth quarter at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: C. Morgan Engel-Imagn Images

UFL Inks Deals with Five Players, Including Two Former Vanderbilt Players to D.C.

80 UFL Players Signed By NFL Teams

UFL Pipeline: United Football League Touts 80 Player Signings By NFL

Dec 22, 2021; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; Missouri Tigers wide receiver Keke Chism (6) catches a touchdown pass with Army Black Knights defensive back Marquel Broughton (20) defending during the fourth quarter of the 2021 Armed Forces Bowl at Amon G. Carter Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Dieb-Imagn Images

UFL Locks In Four More Players Including Former Missouri Wide Receiver

Mar 30, 2024; Arlington, TX, USA; Birmingham Stallions running back Ricky Person (23) stiff arms Arlington Renegades defensive back Myles Dorn (46) during the second half at Choctaw Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

UFL Signs Nine Players, All-UFL Receiver Back with D.C. Defenders

Showboats players run to celebrate with fans after they intercepted the ball during the UFL game between the San Antonio Brahmas and Memphis Showboats in Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium in Memphis, Tenn., on Saturday, April 6, 2024.

UFL Announces 2025 Home/Away Matchups

Mar 30, 2024; Detroit, MI, USA; St. Louis Battlehawks tight end Jake Sutherland celebrates a touchdown against the Michigan Panthers during the second half at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images

UFL Signs 15 Players to Close Out Busy Week

Aug 12, 2022; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Andy Isabella (17) runs with the ball against Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Allan George (42) in the second half at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

Six More Players Ink Contracts with UFL Including Former NFL Second-Round Pick

Mar 30, 2024; Arlington, TX, USA; Arlington Renegades wide receiver Isaiah Winstead (14) catches a pass for a touchdown against the Birmingham Stallions during the first half at Choctaw Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Nine Players Sign UFL Contracts, Including Six to D.C. Defenders

UFL 2025 Season Kicks Off March 28

UFL 2025: Make Or Break Season for Spring Pro Football's Staying Power

Dec 30, 2018; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers kicker Matt McCrane (3) kicks a second quarter field goal against the Cincinnati Bengals at Heinz Field. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-Imagn Images

Two Players Re-Sign with UFL, D.C. Defenders Kicker Makes Jump to NFL

Mar 31, 2024; San Antonio, TX, USA; DC Defenders wide receiver Ty Scott (19) runs the ball in the second half against the San Antonio Brahmas at The Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

Multiple D.C. Defenders Wide Receivers Currently On NFL Rosters

Aug 9, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Chris Blair (19) runs with the football before the game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Former D.C. Defenders Wide Receiver Elevated to Atlanta Falcons 53-Man Roster

Aug 10, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets quarterback Adrian Martinez (15) scrambles for a first down as Washington Commanders safety Ben Nikkel (48) pursues during the second half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

New York Jets May Add Several UFL Standouts To Practice Squad

Bills rookie quarterback Tyree Jackson is tackled after a short gain against the Vikings.

Ex-NFL Quarterback Could Alleviate Argonauts' Red Zone Struggles

Aug 24, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Hall (49) runs the ball against Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Zech McPhearson (27) during the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Caean Couto-USA TODAY Sports

UFL to NFL Standouts from NFL Preseason Week 3

Mar 30, 2024; Detroit, MI, USA; Michigan Panthers quarterback E.J. Perry (4) scores a touchdown against the St. Louis Battlehawks during the second half at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-USA TODAY Sports

Five More UFL Players Make Leap to NFL, Total Signings Nearing 80

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