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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

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

The D.C. Defenders were the most active team in the UFL on Wednesday as they signed a new offensive tackle and traded quarterback Jalan McClendon to the Houston Roughnecks.

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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

Mar 30, 2024; Detroit, MI, USA; St. Louis Battlehawks wide receiver Marcell Ateman (3) jumps for a catch between Michigan Panthers safety Kai Nacua (21) and cornerback Keith Gipson (6) during the second half at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images

Six Players Sign UFL Contracts Ahead of Halloween

Oct 13, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys place kicker Brandon Aubrey (17) kicks a field goal during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

UFL-to-NFL Week 8 Recap: Special Teams Highlight Performances

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

Nov 28, 2021; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Carolina Panthers quarterback P.J. Walker (6) looks on for a passing option against the Miami Dolphins during the fourth quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Former Carolina Panthers Quarterback Signs with Calgary Stampeders

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

UFL 2025 Season Kicks Off March 28

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

Mar 30, 2024; Arlington, TX, USA; Birmingham Stallions wide receiver Amari Rodgers (3) catches a pass for a two point conversion over Arlington Renegades defensive back Darren Evans (24) during the second half at Choctaw Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Four Players Land UFL Contracts, Including Former Clemson Star

Jul 3, 2022; Canton, OH, USA; Birmingham Stallions outside linebacker DeMarquis Gates (47) celebrates an interception and touchdown against the Philadelphia Stars during the fourth quarter at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images

Six Players Signed with UFL, Including Former Chicago Bears Linebacker

Sep 3, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans quarterback Caleb Williams (13) is pursued by Rice Owls defensive end Ikenna Enechukwu (91) in the third quarter at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Two Players Signed, One Waived by Houston in UFL's Friday Transactions

Apr 2, 2023; Houston, TX, USA; Fans cheer for the Houston Roughnecks as they Olay against the St. Louis Battlehawks in the second quarter at TDECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Houston Roughnecks to Return to TDECU Stadium for 2025 Season

Mar 31, 2024; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Brahmas wide receiver Marquez Stevenson (5) faces off against DC Defenders cornerback Isaiah Johnson (32) in the second half at The Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

Eight Players Sign UFL Contracts After Labor Day Weekend

Pittsburgh Maulers Troy Williams (11) prepares to throw downfield during the first half of the USFL Championship game against the Birmingham Stallions Saturday evening at Tom Benson Stadium in Canton, OH.

UFL Teams Make Flurry of Transactions, Memphis Brings Back Former Utah Quarterback

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

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-USA TODAY Sports

Three More UFL Players Ink Contacts with NFL Teams

iNov 13, 2021; Corvallis, Oregon, USA; Oregon State Beavers defensive lineman Keonte Schad (32) celebrates with teammates after a fumble recovery during the second half against the Stanford Cardinal at Reser Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Michigan Panthers Pick Up Roughnecks Defensive Tackle from Waiver Wire

Mar 31, 2024; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Brahmas running back Anthony McFarland Jr. (41) runs for a touchdown after a catch in the first half against the DC Defenders at The Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-USA TODAY Sports

Six Players Make Jump in Latest Wave of UFL to NFL Signings

UFL MVP Quarterback Adrian Martinez-New York Jets

UFL Players To Watch In Week 2 of NFL Preseason

Mar 31, 2024; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Roughnecks kicker J.J. Molson (39) kicks a 55-yard field goal in the second quarter of a game against the Memphis Showboats at Rice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Buvid-USA TODAY Sports

Houston Roughnecks Sign Six More

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 Players Union Losing Backing of United Steel Workers

Feb 18, 2023; Arlington, TX, USA; Arlington Renegades head coach Bob Stoops talks on the field prior to a game against the Vegas Vipers at Choctaw Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-USA TODAY Sports

Which UFL Coach Will Be Next To Depart?