2 overall USFL pick by the Tampa Bay Bandits, from his time as a member of the St. Louis BattleHawks in the XFL. The supply is there. ET / Fox, NBC, fuboTV. The new USFL will also have several rules that will differentiate it from the NFL. If the two teams are still tied after three attempts, overtime will go into sudden death. He was originally a fifth-round draft pick by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2017, and has since been a member of five different teams. 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. 7) is. Tampa Bay Bandits: Jordan Taamu, Mississippi, 3. New Orleans Breakers: James Folston Jr., Pitt, 2. Odom most recently played for the CFLs Calgary Stampeders in 2021, where he recorded 5 tackles in 3 games. More Videos; Sep 24, 2022 @ 5:48pm. Tampa Bay Bandits: Eli Lamar Rogers, Louisville, 6. 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. the 1980s because it was able to sign top players from the college game. With the change in each position, the draft order changed. An undrafted free agent with the Texans in 2019, Ta'amu has been on and off NFL practice fields ever since. NFL teams are always on the lookout for pass-rushing help, and they'll likely keep an eye on Tampa Bay Bandits defender Mekhi Brown. Pittsburgh Maulers: Carlo Kemp, Michigan, 3. Michigan Panthers: Terald (TJ) Carter, Kentucky. For FOX Sports, the complete 2022 USFL broadcast team will be led by Emmy Award-winning broadcaster Curt Menefee alongside analyst Joel Klatt, the network's longtime lead college football. Franklin did see the field with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2019, rushing once for 11 yards. Pittsburgh Maulers: Malcolm Howard, Central Oklahoma, 1. Tampa Bay Bandits: Travis Feeney, OLB, Washington, 4. Pittsburgh Maulers: Ethan Westbrooks, DT, West Texas A&M, 3. 8. Birmingham Stallions: Dondrea Tillman, DE, IUP, 8. Teams in the USFL will have the option of going for 1, 2, or 3 points after scoring a touchdown. #BanditBall pic.twitter.com/CsCVuIlNBj Tampa Bay Bandits (@USFLBandits) February 23, 2022, WE'VE GOT OUR QB With the second pick of the #USFLDraft, the Bandits select @JTaamu10! 20 USFL players to watch heading into the 2022 football season in Birmingham. 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. February 27, 2023. Taylor is arguably the best wide receiver in Western Kentucky history, recording 3,197 yards and 34 touchdowns over his last two seasons. Philadelphia Stars: Devin Gray, Cincinnati, 1. He'll be guided by seasoned NFL veteran Kirby Wilson, the Maulers' head coach, who has coached for the Patriots, Commanders, Buccaneers, Arizona Cardinals, Pittsburgh Steelers, Minnesota Vikings and Browns. He was the top linebacker in college football in 2014, with 14 sacks, six forced fumbles, 163 tackles, and 29 tackles for loss for Arizona. Tampa Bay Bandits: Keith Mumphery, WR, Michigan State, 1. Philadelphia Stars: Bradley Sylve, Alabama, 8. Marable was signed by the Chicago Bears as an undrafted free agent in 2021, but didnt make the final roster. Michigan Panthers: Michael Carrizosa, San Jose State, 1. Houston Gamblers: Terrone Prescod, NC State, 7. New Orleans Breakers: Matt "Mike" White, P/K, Monmouth, 6. Pittsburgh Maulers: Nicholas Falah, USC, 7. The league claims that this will result in more offensive plays towards the end of each half. For example, the first round saw quarterbacks being selected. 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. News. If Walker wants to lead the USFL in sacks, its less about the guard or tackle hes going up against, and more about where hes put on a specific play. Tampa Bay Bandits: Mekhi Brown, Tennessee State, 8. Regardless, Walker should give fans plenty of entertainment throughout the season.With the first pick in the 3rd round, we selected Cavon Walker #USFLDraft pic.twitter.com/rRVZ9pbx09 Michigan Panthers (@USFLPanthers) February 23, 2022, With the first pick in the 3rd round, we selected Cavon Walker #USFLDraft pic.twitter.com/rRVZ9pbx09. Houston Gamblers: Reggie Northrup, Florida State, 10. New Orleans Breakers: Johnnie Dixon, Ohio State, 7. View Comments. The eight-team USFL had a restart with a 10-week regular season on Saturday, April 16 with a prime-time battle between the New Jersey Generals and the Birmingham Stallions. Tampa Bay Bandits: Christian Sam, Arizona State, 7. New Orleans Breakers: Shawn Poindexter, Arizona, 4. ET / USA, fuboTV, Tampa Bay Bandits at Pittsburgh Maulers / Apr. Tampa Bay Bandits: Adam Shuler, Florida, 8. He spent time on the practice squads of the Chiefs, Lions, Washington Commanders and Carolina Panthers last season. A team will be awarded three points if they successfully score on the play, meaning they can score as many as nine points after scoring a touchdown. The National Football League seems to be taking interest in the USFL as a possible developmental league, as NFL Films is partnering with the USFL and Fox Sports on a documentary series that covers the league's inaugural season. Considering hes only a year removed from college, Marable is still young, and can be developed into an NFL-caliber player with a little more time. 6-keys: media/spln/usfl/reg/free/stories, at 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). New Orleans Breakers: Jonathan Adams, Arkansas State, 4. 2. The original USFL was around for three short years (1983-85), including a franchise in . Bellamy is also the only non-QB on this list. After bouncing around a few NFL practice squads, Stribling would go on to have stints in the AAF, XFL, and CFL. Additionally, he had 10 receiving touchdowns over that span, bringing the total up to 33. The Richmond product also played for the New York Giants in 2018. In 2014, he recorded one of the best linebacker seasons of the century, with 164 tackles, including 31 tackles for loss, 15 sacks and five forced fumbles. The USFL is back! He started games at Ole Miss and Michigan, earned All-Big Ten honors twice at the latter and finished No. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. Tampa Bay Bandits: Emmanuel Beal, Oklahoma, 1. ET / Fox, fuboTV, Birmingham Stallions at Houston Gamblers / Apr. Notable rules for USFL. All Rights Reserved. News. He began his college career at Alabama and appeared in seven games for the Crimson Tide, rushing for 173 yards on 4.9 yards per carry with a touchdown. . Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, IN, IL, NJ, PA, VA), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-800-270-7117 for confidential help (MI), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY(467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN), or visit www.1800gambler.net (WV). Michigan Panthers: Teton Saltes, New Mexico, 5. 17, 12 p.m. New Orleans Breakers: Taywan Taylor, Western Kentucky, 7. Birmingham Stallions: CJ Marable, Coastal Carolina, 3. Bandits- Mekhi Brown. Well, we're here to examine exactly that. Fisher will serve as head coach of the Panthers. If Brown flashes this spring, some NFL team will give him a shot. Overtime in the USFL will be a best-of-three scoring format, with each offense starting at their opponent's 2-yard line. ", Atlanta Falcons trade QB Matt Ryan to Colts, New Orleans Breakers (coach Larry Fedora). At Florida Atlantic, he averaged 14.3 yards per rush. Sunday . A legitimate downfield threat, Franklin ran 4.40 in the 40-yard dash at FAUs Pro Day in 2018. Pittsburgh Maulers: Jaylon McClain-Sapp, Marshall, 2. Philadelphia Stars: Jack Tocho, NC State, 2. Despite the King's absence, the annual event that carries his name and is held at . Tampa Bay Bandits: John Atkins, Georgia, 3. Taamu gained some traction during his time with the St. Louis BattleHawks, as he became one of the best quarterbacks the XFL had to offer. Shea Patterson, QBUSFL team: Michigan PanthersCollege: Michigan. The pick is in!The Generals have selected De'Vante Bausby #USFLDraft pic.twitter.com/jeKof5v3ZP New Jersey Generals (@USFLGenerals) February 23, 2022, The pick is in!The Generals have selected De'Vante Bausby #USFLDraft pic.twitter.com/jeKof5v3ZP, Despite being listed as a defensive end, Walker can also play defensive tackle. ET / USA, fuboTV, New Jersey Generals at Philadelphia Stars / May 1, 8 p.m. New Orleans Breakers: Jarey Elder, S, West Chester, 8. Houston Gamblers: Clayton Thorson, Northwestern, 6. Michigan Panthers: Frank Ginda, San Jose State, 5. In the final regular-season game of his career against Ohio State, Patterson topped Tom Bradys career passing yard total, and then he passed UM coach Jim Harbaugh in the Citrus Bowl against Alabama. Houston Gamblers: Tyler Palka, WR/QB, Gannon, 3. New Jersey Generals: Bryson Young, Oregon, 6. Birmingham Stallions: Alex McGough, Florida International, 7. Houston Gamblers: Mark Thompson, Florida, 4. With the Gamblers, Ratliff-Williams will work under former New Orleans Saints special teams coordinator Greg McMahon. Michigan Panthers: Paxton Lynch, Memphis, 1. Birmingham Stallions: JoJo Tillery, S, Wofford, 7. 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. New Jersey Generals: Brock Miller, P, Southern Utah, 3. In his final two seasons at Michigan, Stribling recorded 15 pass deflections and 6 interceptions. section: | slug: usfl-2022-schedule-players-coaches-everything-to-know-about-new-football-league | sport: other | route: article_single.us | They have the physical tools, upside and positional value needed to earn an NFL opportunity (or another one, in many cases) and to become spring-league stars. 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. Running back Herschel Walker signed a three-year, $4.2 million deal with the New Jersey Generals that included a $1 million signing bonus. New Orleans Breakers: Christopher Okoye, Ferris State, 2. Michigan Panthers: La'Michael Pettway, Iowa State, 12. Baseball's best high school players in the country, all in once place. Birmingham Stallions: Lorenzo Burns, Arizona, 3. In 2018, Dobbins rushed for 1,053 yards on 230 rushes. New Orleans Breakers: Keith Washington II, CB, West Virginia, 1. Houston Gamblers: Micah Abernathy, CB, Tennessee, 4. The regular season began on February 18, 2023. Among SEC quarterbacks, only Tua Tagovailoa threw for more yards that season. Saturday, April 16. 16, 7:30 p.m. 20-0 (L) El Segundo vs. Arroyo. Pittsburgh Maulers: EJ Ejiya, North Texas, 4. Offensive coordinator Bob Saunderswho was an assistant receivers coach for the Browns in 2018will help continue Franklin's development as a pro. #ForPhilly pic.twitter.com/FtrEfYj4np Philadelphia Stars (@USFLStars) February 23, 2022, The second CB taken in the #USFLDraft, the Stars have selected Channing Stribling. Patterson, the top pick in the USFL Draft, passed for 68 touchdowns and 27 interceptions during his college career. 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. Birmingham Stallions: Tyree Robinson, Oregon, 4. 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. They may not all be moves that help right now but a lot could help down the line for future years . 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. Tampa Bay Bandits: Quenton Meeks, DB, Stanford, 3. After scoring a touchdown, USFL teams will have the choice of going for 1, 2 or 3 points. The original USFL included a number of game-changing rules that were eventually added to the NFL. Follow your favorite high school teams and players. With the USFL draft concluding a week ago, its a good time to reflect on some of the best or most notable players that were selected. Surveys were mailed to every player on a 2022 team roster, and 1,300 players responded. 7:30 p.m. A three-point try, something that the NFL currently does not have, will take place from the 10-yard line. Each of his seven TDs went to a different receiver. Birmingham Stallions: Joseph Emmanuel Hall, Missouri, 1. Odoms five blocked kicks were the second-most in Arkansas State history, which helped him get NFL attention. ET: Gamblers vs. Panthers - NBC, Peacock. Houston Gamblers: Andrew Galitz, Baylor, 6. Moore is a four-time Power 5 hurdle champion. "It was a critical moment in the game and I messed up," he said the following spring, per Mike Organ of the Tennessean. Michigan Panthers: Orion Stewart, Baylor, 4. 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. Watch highlights of Jordan Ta'amu, the No. 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. Taamu started the final five games of the 2017 season. With the inaugural 2022 USFL season upon us, I decided to look at the 10 most exciting players selected for the inaugural season. USFL rushing leaderboard: 1. Follow him on Twitter at @RJ_Young, and subscribe to "The RJ Young Show" on YouTube. Where Franklin shined was as a runner. For even more on the new USFL, check out our Everything You Need To Know, and make sure to follow the USFL and your favorite teams! Sean Landeta USA TODAY Sports Sean Landeta (pictured No. Philadelphia Stars: Gabriel Sewell Jr., ILB, Nevada, 6. Use of this website (including any and all parts and components) constitutes your acceptance of these, USFL Draft 2022: Supplemental draft pick-by-pick results. Pittsburgh Maulers: Bryce Torneden, Kansas, 5. Michigan Panthers: Joshua Dunlap, UTSA, 6. Philadelphia Stars: Jordan Moore, UTSA, 8. Tampa Bay Bandits: Davante Davis, Texas, 1. A year later, he became the XFLs rushing yards leader as a member of the Tampa Bay Vipers. Birmingham Stallions: Tony Brook-James, Oregon, 8. Michigan Panthers: Sean Williams, FS/OLB, Navy, 6. New Jersey Generals: Kalani Vakameilalo, Oregon State, 5. NFL Films is partnering with the USFL and Fox Sports on a documentary project covering the league's inaugural season. That's huge because the NFL doesn't have a developmental league outside of college. Stat keeping for basketball teams. New Orleans Breakers: Donnell Greene, Minnesota, 6. Kirby Wilson, who was the Las Vegas Raiders running backs coach in 2020, will serve as head coach of the Maulers. Houston Gamblers: Dalyn Dawkins, Colorado State, 7. Philadelphia Stars: Josh Banderas, Nebraska, 6. Welcome to the squad, CJ! Instant replay and . Birmingham Stallions: Brian Allen, Utah, 1. 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 | Philadelphia Stars: Gunnar Vogel, OT, Northwestern, 7. Cary Angeline, Birmingham Stallions 5. The United States Football League (USFL) is back, and while this isn't the original USFL fans may fondly remember from the 1980s, it does represent a return to traditional spring football. New Jersey Generals: Scott Flanick, Army, 3. Here's everything you need to know to get ready for kickoff, which is less than a week away. 7. Michigan Panthers: Lance Lenoir, Western Illinois, 4. All rights reserved. 23, 12 p.m. A three-point try, which the NFL currently lacks, will be attempted from the 10-yard line. If Ta'amu can continue to develop as a pro passer, he will have a chance to forge an NFL career. Michigan Panthers: Jaquan Bailey, Iowa State, 1. Haley spent three seasons (2009-2011) as the Kansas City Chiefs' head coach, and his last NFL job came as the Cleveland Browns' offensive coordinator in 2018. Stallions - Fox, NBC, 12 p.m. Birmingham Stallions: Josh Shaw, CB/S, USC, 6. who are notable due to their unusual fins. Stars- Freedom Akinmoladun. The USFL became a destination of sorts, luring future, and former, NFL Pro Bowlers into the upstart league. New Orleans Breakers: Jordan Ellis, Virginia, 5. Pittsburgh Maulers: Terrell Bonds, Tennessee State, 2. Michigan Panthers: Devin Ross, WR/Returner, Colorado, 3. Philadelphia Stars: Paul Terry, RB/WR/ST, Eastern New Mexico, 4. Birmingham Stallions: Nathan Holley, SS/OLB, Kent State, 3. Check out the highlights of Philadelphia Stars first-round pick Bryan Scott while he played for the Generals in the Spring League. John Franklin III is one of many former college quarterbacks who have tried a position switch in the NFL. 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: Corbin Kaufusi, BYU, 2. Birmingham Stallions: Jordan Chunn, RB, Troy, 1. There, he became a safety. News. Tampa Bay Bandits: Michael Scott, Oklahoma State, 3. New Orleans Breakers: Turner Bernard, LS, San Diego State, 3. Birmingham Stallions: Aaron Adeoye, SE Missouri State, 4. 22, 8 p.m. New Orleans Breakers (@USFLBreakers) February 23, 2022 The first defensive player taken was former Georgia Bulldogs linebacker, Davin Bellamy. Birmingham Stallions: Willie Yarbary, Wake Forest, 7. "So I think there's a real shot. He is not on a StepMill. Pittsburgh Maulers: Owen "Boogie" Roberts, San Jose State, 3.