Tampa Bay Bandits: Rashard Causey Jr., Central Florida, 9. Brown played for Alabama for three years before a sideline incident in the 2017 national title game put him in the spotlight for the wrong reasons. Several former NFL coaches will helm USFL squads, including longtime NFL head coach Jeff Fisher. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: usfl | pageType: stories | Pittsburgh Maulers: Jeffrey Thomas, Miami, 5. Heading into opening weekend, though, fans may care less about the USFL's future and more about what they can expect on the playing field. 2. He caught 26 passes for 400 yards with three touchdowns during the 2017 season, which ended with OU securing the Big 12 title and an invitation to the College Football Playoff. Had he run that time at the NFL Combine, he wouldve been the second-fastest human in Indianapolis faster than wide receiver Curtis Samuel and cornerback Marshon Lattimore. Michigan Panthers: Jeff Badet, Oklahoma, 7. RJ Young breaks down why the Generals' Mike Weber, the Stallions' Scooby Wright, the Panthers' Jeff Badet and the Stars' Jordan Moore and Brennan Eagles make his list of the 10 most exciting players in the USFL. Birmingham Stallions: Jason Ferris, Montana Western, 11. 17/04/2022 - 11:35 CDT. Scott was a big fish in a little pond in college, throwing for 77 touchdowns and only 22 interceptions for Occidental College in California. Bandits- Mekhi Brown. Pittsburgh Maulers: Nicholas Falah, USC, 7. Weber ran 4.47 at the 2019 NFL Scouting Combine and was selected by the Cowboys in the seventh round of the NFL Draft. [10] History On June 3, 2021, it was announced that the United States Football League would be making a return and would begin its inaugural season in April 2022. Michigan Panthers: Marquel Harrell, Auburn, 1. Houston Gamblers: Malik Harris, DE, Incarnate Word, 7. Michigan Panthers: Tejan Koroma, C/OG, BYU, 4. He was selected seventh among outside linebackers in the 29th round the first round OLBs were available for selection in the USFLs unique snake draft. Pittsburgh Maulers: DelVon Hardaway, Fresno State, 6. Tampa Bay Bandits: Jarron Jones, OT, Notre Dame, 8. New Jersey Generals: Darius Victor, RB, Towson, 8. Weber rushed for 1,096 yards as a spell back on the 2016 Buckeyes squad behind first-round selection and current Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott. Birmingham Stallions: DeMarquis Gates, Mississippi, 3. 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The new version of the USFL will kick off its regular season this Saturday with a prime-time matchup between the New Jersey Generals and the Birmingham Stallions. Rogers should have an immediate impact in Tampas offense, especially with Jordan Taamu throwing in his direction.Our first pick of Day 2 is in! Michigan Panthers (coach Jeff Fisher) New Jersey Generals (coach Mike Riley) Philadelphia Stars (coach Bart Andrus) Pittsburgh Maulers (coach Kirby Wilson) South Division Birmingham Stallions. #ForPhilly pic.twitter.com/FtrEfYj4np, Lauletta was one of the best quarterbacks at the FCS level for three seasons (2015-2017), throwing for over 10,000 yards and accounting for almost 90 total touchdowns. Use of this website (including any and all parts and components) constitutes your acceptance of these. As a senior in 2018, Taamu ranked second in the SEC in passing yards (3,918) behind former Alabama signal-caller Tua Tagovailoa. New Jersey Generals: Randy Satterfield, Lyon, 8. Houston Gamblers: Jamar Summers, UConn, 7. New Orleans Breakers: James Folston Jr., Pitt, 2. He had close to 1,000 receiving yards in his NFL career, and would later be a top target in the XFL as a DC Defender. New Orleans Breakers: Ja'Len Embry, Northern Illinois, 5. Update on Tom Brady's "fake" last touchdown pass ball: Auction voided, Kelvin Joseph was riding in SUV from which man was shot, two people arrested, New NFL diversity policies: teams required to hire a woman or a member of a minority group, Urban Meyer: "Who's this 99 guy on the Rams? New Orleans Breakers: Marquis Lucas, West Virginia, 5. Patterson was signed by the Kansas City Chiefs as an undrafted free agent in 2020. 1 overall selection in the inaugural USFL Draft. Scooby Wright, ILBUSFL: Birmingham StallionsCollege: Arizona. Pittsburgh Maulers: Malcolm Elmore, S/CB, Central Methodist, 6. Michigan Panthers: Ray Bolden, Stony Brook, 4. Fisher will serve as head coach of the Panthers. There are roughly 500 players eligible to be selected in the 2022 USFL Draft. New Jersey Generals: Evan Heim, Minnesota State, 5. Houston Gamblers: Kristjan Sokoli, OG/C/DE, Buffalo, 6. Birmingham Stallions: Sage Surratt, TE, Wake Forest, 2. New Jersey Generals: David Rivers, Youngstown State, 4. Houston Gamblers: Will Likely, Maryland, 4. 17, 12 p.m. New Orleans Breakers: Adonis Alexander, Virginia Tech, 6. pic.twitter.com/Ibq8MYWtQo. Houston Gamblers: Brandon Hitner, Villanova, 4. When the wins and losses didnt count, Sloter threw for over 1,200 yards with 11 touchdowns. (Compensatory pick; passing in future round) Michigan Panthers: Joshua Taylor, Mississippi Valley State, 1. New Orleans Breakers: Shareef Miller, DE, Penn State, 5. Pittsburgh Maulers: Hunter Thedford, TE, Utah, 7. This includes signal-callers like Kyle Lauletta, Shea Patterson and 2016 first-round pick Paxton Lynch. Michigan Panthers: Devin Ross, WR/Returner, Colorado, 3. Welcome to the Gamblers #AllInHouston has selected Chris Odom in the #USFLDraft pic.twitter.com/hOZ1hX4N8C. Adrian Martinez, QB, New Jersey Generals Darius Victor, RB, New Jersey Generals (2022 Offensive Player of the Year) Bo Scarbrough, RB, Birmingham Stallions Alex Collins, RB, Memphis Showboats. The inaugural USFL draft was held Feb. 22-23, with 280 players selected by the league's eight teams, followed by the USFL's supplemental draft on March 10 10 rounds, with no positional restrictions. Birmingham Stallions: Haston Adams, Mary Hardin-Baylor, 5. Notable rules for USFL. New Orleans Breakers: Vontae Diggs, UConn, 6. The USFL is the ideal league for a quarterback like Scott, who may have landed his first big shot in the NFL. New Orleans Breakers: Dartez Jacobs, Georgia State, 8. New Jersey Generals: J'Mon Moore, Missouri, 3. If Brown flashes this spring, some NFL team will give him a shot. He was originally a fifth-round draft pick by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2017, and has since been a member of five different teams. From the 2-yard line, a two-point conversation will take place. Taylor is arguably the best wide receiver in Western Kentucky history, recording 3,197 yards and 34 touchdowns over his last two seasons. Birmingham Stallions: Justice Powers, UAB, 3. He won Super Bowl LII as a member of the Eagles practice squad, and after spending time in the AAF, made a comeback with the Denver Broncos. Michigan Panthers: Reginald Corbin, Illinois, 6. Though not heavily utilized by the Owls in 2019 or 2020, he found the end zone seven times in 88 carries. Here's everything you need to know to get ready for kickoff, which is less than a week away. Houston Gamblers: John Yarbrough, Richmond, 4. Houston Gamblers: Chris Odom, Arkansas State, 5. During the Pro Bowl, the NFL experimented with a similar concept, with teams having a chance to keep possession if they converted on a 4th-and-15 play from their own 25-yard line. Hall of Fame coaches, execs . All rights reserved. Houston Gamblers: Devwah Whaley, RB, Arkansas, 8. Wright has experience with three NFL teams as well as the AAF and XFL. Cheyenne O'Grady, Tampa Bay Bandits 4. An undrafted free agent with the Texans in 2019, Ta'amu has been on and off NFL practice fields ever since. Even if the process isnt officially over, here are my top 15 players currently in the USFL. 1 Ranked Show with RJ Young." Pittsburgh Maulers: Bailey Gaither, San Jose State, 6. New Jersey Generals: Robert Myers, OG/OT, Tennessee State, 1. ET: Gamblers vs. Panthers - NBC, Peacock. NFL senior vice president of officiating Walt Anderson traveled to Birmingham to conduct an officiating clinic for USFL officials. Philadelphia Stars: Bradley Sylve, Alabama, 8. The pending suspension might play a factor in an NFL team's willingness to sign him, but so will his play with the Bandits. New Jersey Generals: Paris Ford, S, Pitt, 7. On 9/23, the El Segundo varsity football . MP Stats for iPad. Nick Truesdell, New Jersey Generals 3. The Sloter-Taylor duo should definitely be one to keep an eye on as the USFL season progresses.Welcome to the Breakers, Taywan Taylor #GeauxBlueWave pic.twitter.com/AgTmm4VMYz New Orleans Breakers (@USFLBreakers) February 23, 2022if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[250,250],'usflnewshub_com-leader-2','ezslot_27',700,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-usflnewshub_com-leader-2-0'); Welcome to the Breakers, Taywan Taylor #GeauxBlueWave pic.twitter.com/AgTmm4VMYz, Bausby can be considered a veteran at this point in his pro career, but has seen and done plenty since getting his first NFL opportunity in 2015. New Orleans Breakers: Matt "Mike" White, P/K, Monmouth, 6. As of 2020, Taylor has over 50 career NFL receptions to his name, and boasts plenty of upside having just turned 27. ET / NBC, fuboTV, Tampa Bay Bandits at Houston Gamblers / April 30, 4 p.m. New Jersey Generals: Trae Elston, Mississippi, 7. Now with the Birmingham Stallions, the former Coastal Carolina star will have a chance to prove that Chicagoand the 31 clubs that didn't pick him upmade a mistake. He also shined with the XFL's St. Louis Battlehawks during their pandemic-shortened 2020 season. Copyright 2022 USFL News Hub. Michigan Panthers: Marcus Baugh, TE, Ohio State, 5. section: | slug: usfl-2022-notable-players-shea-patterson-jordan-taamu-among-15-to-know-as-season-prepares-to-kick-off | sport: other | route: article_single.us | New Orleans Breakers: Jared Thomas, Northwestern, 8. (Compensatory pick) New Orleans Breakers: Isiah "Ike" Brown, Florida International, 1. Tampa Bay Bandits: Derrick Willies, Texas Tech, 5. Brennan Eagles, WRUSFL: Philadelphia StarsCollege: Texas. Birmingham Stallions: Peyton Ramzy, Northwestern, 1. Unlike the NFL, during the final two minutes of the second and fourth quarters, the clock will stop after a first down. New Orleans Breakers: Toree Boyd, C/OG/OT, Howard, 5. Pittsburgh Maulers: Keith Gipson Jr, CB, Mary Hardin-Baylor, 8. PJ Walker led the league in passing yards through 5 games, and Gennesy played a big role in making that happen. Philadelphia Stars: Jerome Johnson, Indiana, 4. Tampa Bay Bandits: Rannell Hall, CB, UCF, 7. The championship odds, according to FanDuel, are as follows: The USFL has taken a good first step toward becoming a developmental league for the NFL. Along with implementing several innovations, the original USFL produced several future prominent NFL figures that included futureBillscoach Marv Levy, quarterbacks Steve Young and Jim Kelly, running back Herschel Walker, pass rusher Reggie White, linebacker Sam Mills, and offensive lineman Gary Zimmerman, among others. New Orleans Breakers: Christopher Okoye, Ferris State, 2. Philadelphia Stars: Sean Brown, Mississippi Valley State, 5. Pittsburgh Maulers: Owen "Boogie" Roberts, San Jose State, 3. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: usfl | pageType: stories | Houston Gamblers: Isaiah Zuber, Kansas State, 3. The new USFL will also have a number of rules that set it apart from the NFL. Tampa Bay Bandits: Vinny Papale, Delaware, 1. If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page.. News. This earned Franklin a look with the Chicago Bears as an undrafted free agent in 2018, though he never appeared in a regular-season game. They may not all be moves that help right now but a lot could help down the line for future years . Closing out the OT rounds with a good one pic.twitter.com/H2COO6TFiO New Orleans Breakers (@USFLBreakers) February 23, 2022if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[250,250],'usflnewshub_com-large-leaderboard-2','ezslot_19',550,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-usflnewshub_com-large-leaderboard-2-0'); Closing out the OT rounds with a good one pic.twitter.com/H2COO6TFiO, Rogers spent four seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers, three of which were under Bandits head coach Todd Haley (offensive coordinator at the time). Philadelphia Stars: Josh Banderas, Nebraska, 6. Philadelphia Stars: Gunnar Vogel, OT, Northwestern, 7. "So I think there's a real shot. John Franklin III is one of many former college quarterbacks who have tried a position switch in the NFL. At Occidental, Scott was named to the Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference First Team twice (2015, '16) and won SCIAC Newcomer of the Year (2013) and Player of the Year (2016). Philadelphia Stars: Chris Rowland, WR, Tennessee State, 1. 22, 8 p.m. Michigan Panthers: Teton Saltes, New Mexico, 5. During his tenure at Kentucky and Oklahoma, the 6-foot wideout had a good college career, catching 108 catches for 10 touchdowns. He spent time on the practice squads of the Chiefs, Lions, Washington Commanders and Carolina Panthers last season. Birmingham Stallions: CJ Marable, Coastal Carolina, 3. Fans tuning into the USFL will see several new advents in pro football that includes a three-point option following touchdowns, a new onside kick option as well as a brand new overtime format. Badet was a big-play danger in college, averaging 16.5 yards per catch and a stunning 21.6 yards per catch in 2016. Michigan Panthers: Sean Richard Pollard, Clemson, 3. They are the Birmingham Stallions, Houston Gamblers, Michigan Panthers, New Orleans Breakers, New Jersey Generals, Philadelphia Stars, Pittsburgh Maulers and Tampa Bay Bandits. Pittsburgh Maulers: Jon Dietzen, Wisconsin, 8. Philadelphia Stars: Paul Nosworthy, Buffalo, 4. Tampa Bay Bandits: De'Quan Hampton, USC, 11. Tampa Bay Bandits: Reggie Howard, Toledo, 8. Tampa Bay Bandits: Brandon Wright, Georgia State, 6. New Jersey Generals: Tyshun Render, DE, Middle Tennessee State, 6. New Orleans Breakers: Justin Johnson, TE, Mississippi State, 2. USFL rushing leaderboard: 1. New Jersey Generals: Kalani Vakameilalo, Oregon State, 5. Now with the Pittsburgh Maulers, Thomas will look to show he's still an explosive playmaker. He also made the active roster in 2020, when he didn't play but still became a Super Bowl champion. At 6-foot-4, 230 pounds, he averaged 16.8 yards per catch in three years at Texas. Michigan Panthers: Joseph Magnifico, Memphis, 8. Michigan Panthers: La'Michael Pettway, Iowa State, 12. Michigan Panthers: Justin Lorenz Hughes, Kansas State, 8. Birmingham Stallions: Tae Hayes, Appalachian State, 3. Stat keeping for basketball teams. Fans will also get a chance to cheer for new players who are hoping to make the most of their opportunity in the USFL. Birmingham Stallions: Tyree Robinson, Oregon, 4. While onside kicks are still an option, the USFL will also offer second option for teams that want to try to maintain possession after a score. He would end up being taken with one of the final picks in the seventh round, but still managed to stay on rosters through 2019. Birmingham Stallions: Brian Allen, Utah, 1. Houston Gamblers: Tucker Addington, LS, Sam Houston State, 3. The regular season began on February 18, 2023. The top two teams from each division will play in the semifinals on the weekend of June 25, with the USFL Championship Game taking place on Sunday, July 3. . Under the guidance of Haley and Saunders, Ta'amu could become one of the USFL's brightest starsand it will be a surprise if he isn't at least back on an NFL practice squad in the fall. NFL and college football fans should see a few familiar faces on the field, too. After beginning his career at the New Mexico Military academy, Taamu transferred to Ole Miss, where he backed up Patterson until Patterson suffered an injury in 2017. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. Michigan Panthers: Paxton Lynch, Memphis, 1. ET / Fox, fuboTV, Birmingham Stallions at New Orleans Breakers / May 1, 2:30 p.m. document.getElementById("ak_js_1").setAttribute("value",(new Date()).getTime()); Exciting Football, Fun Atmosphere, Fan-Friendly Affordability Individual Game Tickets as Low as $10, Discounted On Tuesday the Michigan Panthers partook in the USFLs 2023 College Draft. USFL 2022 players to watch include QB Paxton Lynch, LB Scooby Wright NFL NFL Add Topic USFL is back: Players to watch as season kicks off this weekend Steve Gardner Jim Reineking USA. Tampa Bay Bandits: Michael Scott, Oklahoma State, 3. New Orleans Breakers: Donnell Greene, Minnesota, 6. Michigan Panthers: Taiwan Jones, Michigan State, 1. If he shows he can still be an explosive special teams threat, NFL squads without established kick returners will come calling. While a free agent last season, Franklin was handed a three-game suspension for misrepresenting his COVID-19 vaccination status. That's an opportunity he can get from the Bandits and the USFL. Panthers- Adewale Adeoye. It will also give players an opportunity to continue to hone their skills while putting extra reps on tape. Offensive coordinator Bob Saunderswho was an assistant receivers coach for the Browns in 2018will help continue Franklin's development as a pro. New Orleans Breakers: Diondre Wallace, Towson State, 5. 24, 3 p.m. A legitimate downfield threat, Franklin ran 4.40 in the 40-yard dash at FAUs Pro Day in 2018. . Philadelphia Stars: Brennan Eagles, Texas, 1. Manage Settings Two Tampa Bay running backs (DeVeon Smith and Jacques Patrick) finished within the top five for rushing yards, which simply wouldnt have been possible without a player of that caliber. Tampa Bay Bandits: Antonio Reed, SS/OLB, Nebraska, 2. New Jersey Generals: Toby Johnson, Georgia, 6. Instant replay and coach's challenges were two of the USFL's rules that were adopted by the NFL, and they are still in use today. Birmingham Stallions: Bobby Holly, FB/RB/TE, Louisiana Tech. Philadelphia Stars: Jack Tocho, NC State, 2. At OUs pro day in 2017, Badet turned heads with a 4.27 40-yard dash. Tampa Bay Bandits: Tyler Catalina, Georgia, 1. Birmingham Stallions: Dondrea Tillman, DE, IUP, 8. "It was a critical moment in the game and I messed up," he said the following spring, per Mike Organ of the Tennessean. New Jersey Generals: Scott Flanick, Army, 3. Pittsburgh Maulers: Brayden Patton, Arkansas, 1. 20-0 (L) El Segundo vs. Arroyo. While all games in the inaugural season will be played in Birminghamnegating local fanbases and home-crowd advantagesfans won't have to travel to get in on the action. Simply put, Allen should have no problem being a game-changer for the Stallions, given that he played in an NFL game as recently as last December. Pittsburgh Maulers: Darrius Maragne, DT/DE/OT, Kansas, 3. The Generals made a great choice by adding Bausby to their roster, and he should be a strong voice both on the field and in the locker room. Then he grad-transferred to the University of Texas-San Antonio to play football for former LSU coach Frank Wilson. The Bears signed running back CJ Marable as an undrafted free agent last year but waived him at the end of training camp. Additionally, Brown will get to polish his skills under the guidance of former NFL Pro Bowler and Super Bowl-winning assistant coach Pepper Johnson, the Bandits' defensive coordinator. For that 2014 performance, Wright earned recognition as a unanimous All-American and finished ninth in Heisman voting. Welcome to the squad, CJ! Philadelphia Stars: Artayvious Lynn, TE, TCU, 2. With the inaugural 2022 USFL season upon us, I decided to look at the 10 most exciting players selected for the inaugural season. That's what I'm doing.". Odom didnt play at a large college football program like some other players on this list, but that didnt stop him from making as many plays as possible. Fortunately, football fans won't have to wait that long to enjoy football this spring with the return of the USFL. All rights reserved. Houston Gamblers: Beniquez Brown, Mississippi State, 2. The 2021 NFL season concluded two months ago, a reminder that there is still a ways to go until the 2022 campaign starts up in the fall. The USFL is back! Here's how NFL players graded their teams. Birmingham Stallions: Alex McGough, Florida International, 7. USFL; Esports; Cricket; Rugby League; Rugby Union; . Teams with a capable return specialist have an advantage. After being called for an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty, Brown got into a physical altercation with an Alabama staff member. Pittsburgh Maulers: Mitchell Fraboni, Arizona State, 1. Houston Gamblers: Terrone Prescod, NC State, 7. New Jersey Generals: Jake Lacina, Augustana (S.D. USFL 2022 notable players: Shea Patterson, Jordan Ta'amu among 15 to know as season prepares to kick off Bryan DeArdo 4/12/2022 The 2021 NFL season concluded two months ago, a reminder. All rights reserved. New Orleans Breakers: Liam Dobson, Texas State, 9. Michigan Panthers: Terry Myrick, Eastern Michigan, 6. Teams can choose to try convert one 4th-and-12 play from the 33-yard-line. If they can get 12 yards, they will keep the ball. Pittsburgh Maulers: Eric Assoua, Western Michigan, 3. Mikey DiLullo. Marable will get the chance to prove himself on a pro playing field under the guidance of running backs coach Larry Kirksey, who has NFL experience coaching for the San Francisco 49ers, Detroit Lions, Jacksonville Jaguars, Denver Broncos and Houston Texans. Tampa Bay Bandits: Christian Campbell, Penn State, 2. Birmingham Stallions: Lorenzo Burns, Arizona, 3. In 2018, he won the Senior Bowl MVP, and would go on to be a fourth-round draft pick by the New York Giants. Yes, that means NFL Films will be documenting a lot of players this spring. Your email address will not be published. Pittsburgh Maulers: Tre Walker, San Jose State, 5. Bellamy had a nice career at Georgia and had 1.5 sacks against Alabama in the College Football Playoff National Championship Game in 2018. FIFA World Cup - Best Goals from Every Angle, Draw for the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023. RJ Young breaks down why the Panthers' Shea Patterson and Paxton Lynch, the Bandits' John Franklin III and Jordan Ta'amu, and the Stars' Bryan Scott make his list of the most exciting players to watch in the USFL. Franklin did see the field with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2019, rushing once for 11 yards. The new USFL will also have several rules that will differentiate it from the NFL. On the weekend of June 25, the top two teams from each division will play in the semifinals, with the USFL ChampionshipGame on Sunday, July 3. Wright is one of the best collegiate linebackers of the past decade. Pittsburgh Maulers: Olive Sagapolu, Wisconsin, 8. Notable SEC Players selected in 2022 USFL Draft. 2023 Arnold Palmer Invitational. Michigan Panthers: Daishawn Dixon, SDSU, 3. USFL players signed two-year contracts, which could lead to a legal challenge if they try to sign with the XFL next year. #GiddyUp pic.twitter.com/gCArcOddCv, The top player on this list might not come as a surprise, since so many people already looked at him this way before the draft. Smith may be exiting his prime at the age of 27, but still appears to have enough gas left in the tank to be at the top of USFL leaderboards.Welcome De'Veon Smith! 7. New Orleans Breakers: Zach Smith, Tulsa, 2. Stars- Freedom Akinmoladun. The goal, it seems, is to position the USFL as a developmental league for future NFL talentsomething the NFL hasn't truly had since the NFL Europe days. New Jersey Generals: Chris Orr, Wisconsin, 9. We'll highlight former Mississippi star Jordan Ta'amu, who is only 24 years old and appears on the cusp of sticking with an NFL team. If the two teams are still tied after three attempts, sudden death overtime will be played. Offensive tackle Isaiah Battle was a fifth-round supplemental draft pick of the Los Angeles Rams in 2015, while linebacker Scooby Wright III appeared in 13 games for the Arizona Cardinals between 2016 and 2017.