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****Official USFL Thread - gearing up for year 2 (1 Viewer)
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Went ahead and changed the title, no reason this can't be the official thread!
Also, if anyone is running a USFL fantasy league, post here!
Grigs Allmoon
Footballguy
Go Panthers!
joey
Footballguy
In the North, the USFL will have the Michigan Panthers, New Jersey Generals, Philadelphia Stars and Pittsburgh Maulers.
The Birmingham Stallions, Houston Gamblers, New Orleans Breakers and Tampa Bay Bandits will make up the South Division.
joey
Footballguy
I have no horse in this race for sure. I’ll likely root for whichever team has cool uniforms and/or a couple of players I recognize.
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Grigs Allmoon
Footballguy
I'm actually kind of bummed all the games are being played in Alabama. When I found out there was a Michigan team I was really hoping it would be somewhere in the Central or Western part of the state. I absolutely would have taken my kids to the games, as they are starting to get old enough for this sort of thing.
I think back in the day Herschel Walker played for the Generals and Jim Kelly played for the Gamblers.
Ministry of Pain
Footballguy
'83-Week 1
Chicago Blitz at the 25:40 run what i can only describe as the bubble screen. Jim Lampley and Lee Corso, yes that guy, are in the booth. Corso describes the previous play as imaginative, this game is almost 40 years old and I think I am witnessing the birth of the bubble screen. I'm sure they got it from someone else but when you think about one of the most popular play calls in the NFL and even college football these days where they just flip it out to a playmaker and watch them do the rest, Tom Brady has made a living on it the last 5-10 years.
Chicago Blitz at the 25:40 run what i can only describe as the bubble screen. Jim Lampley and Lee Corso, yes that guy, are in the booth. Corso describes the previous play as imaginative, this game is almost 40 years old and I think I am witnessing the birth of the bubble screen. I'm sure they got it from someone else but when you think about one of the most popular play calls in the NFL and even college football these days where they just flip it out to a playmaker and watch them do the rest, Tom Brady has made a living on it the last 5-10 years.
Amused to Death
Footballguy
joey
Footballguy
I’ve said it before I’m other threads but..
if one of the USFL or XFL can figure out how to survive a couple of seasons, build a strong relationship with the NFL in a "spring/minor league" kind of capacity,that’s the best chance at survival and even thriving.
Rostering college football talent that didn’t get drafted, or failed to make the final cut, or NFL players who made it for only a season or two, or just made the practice squad… and giving these kinds of players a chance to develop and play in "real" game situations…I think there's a model there that could make it successful.
as someone who doesn’t care about baseball at all, but loves the NHL playoffs, I’d LOVE to have a real spring football league to be a viable option for my football-addicted needs.
if one of the USFL or XFL can figure out how to survive a couple of seasons, build a strong relationship with the NFL in a "spring/minor league" kind of capacity,that’s the best chance at survival and even thriving.
Rostering college football talent that didn’t get drafted, or failed to make the final cut, or NFL players who made it for only a season or two, or just made the practice squad… and giving these kinds of players a chance to develop and play in "real" game situations…I think there's a model there that could make it successful.
as someone who doesn’t care about baseball at all, but loves the NHL playoffs, I’d LOVE to have a real spring football league to be a viable option for my football-addicted needs.
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Oh yeah, the Blitz! As I was looking at the teams list I was trying to remember what "iconic" teams might be missing.
Yep, I was just trying to think of players who played for the current existing teams.
Ruffrodys05
IBL Representative
Philadelphia Stars had LB Sam Mills on defense. Others were QB Chuck Fusina, RB Kelvin Bryant and WR Scott Fitzkee on offense. Jim Mora was Head Coach. Mills followed Mora to the Saints as did FB Jeff Rodenberger.
Ruffrodys05
IBL Representative
The Stars were also the only USFL team to have played in each of the three title games, losing in '83 and winning in '84 and '85. They were the dominant team during the leagues existence back then.
I'm really happy they're part of the new USFL and I'll be paying attention once again.
I'm really happy they're part of the new USFL and I'll be paying attention once again.
Ministry of Pain
Footballguy
Agree that they need a minor league for the NFL, a development league like the "G" League in NBA, maybe it's called something else. I think a lot of guys never get the chance and when you see the attrition rate in the NFL by the end of the season, they need quality/better replacements.I’ve said it before I’m other threads but..
if one of the USFL or XFL can figure out how to survive a couple of seasons, build a strong relationship with the NFL in a "spring/minor league" kind of capacity,that’s the best chance at survival and even thriving.
Rostering college football talent that didn’t get drafted, or failed to make the final cut, or NFL players who made it for only a season or two, or just made the practice squad… and giving these kinds of players a chance to develop and play in "real" game situations…I think there's a model there that could make it successful.
as someone who doesn’t care about baseball at all, but loves the NHL playoffs, I’d LOVE to have a real spring football league to be a viable option for my football-addicted needs.
joey
Footballguy
A million percent.
I thought the AAF (or was it the XFL?) was working out some kind of player development/loaner deal with the NFL that was very promising but then Covid wiped them out. The QBs were generally recognizable names and the coaches were too, gave them some (c level) star appeal. A couple of them got NFL chances if I recall.
Honestly, with the popularity of the NFL, and the greediness and money grabbing, I don’t understand why the NFL wouldn’t embrace the best partner of the 2 XFL or USFL and make them their spring/dev league. Literally football 12 months a year from regular season to post season to super bowl to Combine to NFL Draft and spring league kick off to NFL preseason and then start all over again. I’d be all in for that.
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-OZ-
Footballguy
i didn’t realize until now that this is entirely an eastern thing.
interesting, what’s the point of the geographic locations if no games are played there? Just going for a fan base without giving anything?
Leroy Hoard
Footballguy
If the league survives the first year through tv ratings they will look for stadiums in each area. This is a cost cutting measure to offset start up costs.
Leroy Hoard
Footballguy
-OZ-
Footballguy
Thanks, that actually makes sense. Unless they were to just use college or other stadiums more local.
Leroy Hoard
Footballguy
Right, probably better in a smaller stadium than Ford Field. Todays game has the look of a fleabag bowl game, with more people on the field than in the stands. Actual home teams would solve that somewhat if the tickets are cheap enough.
-OZ-
Footballguy
Right. Michigan panthers playing in A2 Probably wouldn’t look great but would sell tickets. Put them in Ypsilanti or Kalamazoo and it probably sells and looks decent. Doing this probably helps smaller colleges too
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joey
Footballguy
First game had a fast start for both teams, settled down into boring incompetence, and then had a very exciting finish. I watched the beginning real time, fast forwarded thru most of the middle 2 quarters, and then watched most of the 4th quarter real time…and then realized I didn’t add extra time to the end of my DVR recording so missed the final 2 minutes where the final 2 scores decide the tie game.
what’s odd is that the AAF (RIP) actually had MUCH more name recognition with former/recent NFL players while I barely notice any names at all in the USFL. I really wonder how the AAF might have fared if Covid didn’t hit. Hopefully the USFL has a better fate. Then again, the XFL comes next spring, so they cannibalize each other and drive right into a ditch.
what’s odd is that the AAF (RIP) actually had MUCH more name recognition with former/recent NFL players while I barely notice any names at all in the USFL. I really wonder how the AAF might have fared if Covid didn’t hit. Hopefully the USFL has a better fate. Then again, the XFL comes next spring, so they cannibalize each other and drive right into a ditch.
joey
Footballguy
I think the stands were much more filled for the first game between NJ and Birmingham, and today's game between Hou and Mich was rain/thunder delayed, so I’m sure that didn’t help. But, yeah, the stands are practically empty.
Will be interesting to see how this progresses both today's next 2 games and throughout the season.
Grigs Allmoon
Footballguy
They looked absolutely terrible in the first half. Owned at the line of scrimmage. Second half was very different.
Anyway, it's going to be interesting to see how this league plays out. Hopefully the quality slowly improves as the season progresses.
JaxBill
Footballguy
JaxBill
Footballguy
@USFL: Due to the risk of severe weather, tonight’s Maulers - Bandits game has been rescheduled to ensure the safety of our players & fans.
A rescheduled date & start time will be released later tonight.
Fans holding tickets for today’s games will be given a ticket to a future date.
A rescheduled date & start time will be released later tonight.
Fans holding tickets for today’s games will be given a ticket to a future date.
Grahamburn
Footballguy
If these leagues can get enough money behind them all they need is to be able to pay the high school recruits better than the colleges can to be successful.
Be the first to pay that 5 star stud a cool million to come play QB for the Tampa Bay Bandits.
Be the first to pay that 5 star stud a cool million to come play QB for the Tampa Bay Bandits.
Capella
Footballguy
There is no way these leagues will ever have more money than the Big 10 SEC etc. Those college tv contracts alone pay out 40-50M per school.
Grahamburn
Footballguy
Capella
Footballguy
NIL is basically a free for all with the players now. Ohio State QB recruit got a few mil last year and he didn’t even take a snap.
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Ministry of Pain
Footballguy
Hard to tell if you are watching 1-off from the NFL or the California Penal League at times. Long spells of incompetence all the way around.
-They should steer clear of traditional NFL TV angles, the more of the field they include in the shots the slower the players appear to be. I would rather watch the game thru the QB's helmet or something and then cut away when he either hands off or throws the ball and then zoom in on the target. Slowwwwwww
-They should steer clear of traditional NFL TV angles, the more of the field they include in the shots the slower the players appear to be. I would rather watch the game thru the QB's helmet or something and then cut away when he either hands off or throws the ball and then zoom in on the target. Slowwwwwww
Grahamburn
Footballguy
LAUNCH
Footballguy
JaxBill
Footballguy
@i_BSmith4: What rules did I break? Now your lying on my name????? Say less https://twitter.com/usflmaulers/status/1516176030205194253
JaxBill
Footballguy
@fugimaster24: Here's my story updated with the Maulers' statement and De'Veon Smith calling them liars. What a Monday to be Online. https://www.post-gazette.com/sports/maulers/2022/04/18/usfl-schedule-news-rumors-kirby-wilson-deveon-smith/stories/202204180066
Capella
Footballguy
I think the announcers said 20 of pitt’s first 24 plays were runs? If so
- between that and the viral video above, not a good day for that Pittsburgh coach. Nice warmup rust game for Taamu. Two years since he impressed us I'm XFL and he got a nice cozy 17-3 W.
It's messed up how he both hasn't gotten a sincere chance in the NFL and Draft kings was all over his price too.
The Titans have had poor backups and he moved to Nashville and works out with their WRs and....they still never signed him. Very odd.
Anywho....I hope he wins me some $ in USFL DFS
It's messed up how he both hasn't gotten a sincere chance in the NFL and Draft kings was all over his price too.
The Titans have had poor backups and he moved to Nashville and works out with their WRs and....they still never signed him. Very odd.
Anywho....I hope he wins me some $ in USFL DFS
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