Season PredictionsThe sports journalists association has published the results of this year's division prediction polls among their twenty top sports journalists.
Liberty Pacific: Arizona Hot Shots with 11 votes (Runner up: Los Angeles Express with 9 votes)
Liberty Heartland Mid South: Philadelphia Stars with 9 votes (Runner up: Pittsburgh Maulers with 7 votes)
Independence Great Lakes: New Orleans Breakers with 11 votes (Runner up: Houston Gamblers with 5 votes)
Independence Atlantic: Birmingham Stallions with 12 votes (Runner up: Jacksonville Bulls with 4 votes)Game of the Week: Arizona Hot Shots at Philadelphia StarsOur Expert Predictions:
Jeremy Piper : Arizona Hot Shots
I am sure head coach Terry Elkins has something up his sleeve for this game. He makes great offensive adjustments. He is has a really good understanding of what works on defense. They might even win with three touchdowns.
Mary Moore : Philadelphia Stars
They have a dominant defense. They do not get enough credit for that. The referees will have their work cut out for them. This will be very competitive and intense.
Jim Nox : Arizona Hot Shots
Definitely the losing streak is on their minds. They will get the win and break it in this game.
Darren Francis : Philadelphia Stars
The Stars are better than you think. They get the W. This is going to be a very viewer friendly game.
News from Training CampWith training camps overwith, it is worth briefly looking at who did well and who did not so well.
The following players did excellently, and have turned heads during their various camps:
San Diego Fleet: DT Jose Rouse - DT
Houston Gamblers: T Walter Cook - T
New Orleans Breakers: G Robert Keener - G
New Orleans Breakers: LB Howard Carlson - LB
Orlando Apollos: C Jerome Kelly - C
Orlando Apollos: RB David Street - RB
Birmingham Stallions: CB Lincoln Cortez - CB
Birmingham Stallions: FB Michael Mckee - FB
Tampa Bay Bandits: CB Drew Leonard - CB
Observers are very worried about the camp performance of these players:
Arizona Hot Shots: RB Tommy Wyatt - RB
DC Defenders: LB Thomas Hoffmann - LB
T Jerome Evers (N/A) has retired!T Jerome Evers - T (70 ovr) has retired after failing to get signed in free agency.T Stanley Hoyle (N/A) has retired!T Stanley Hoyle - T (71 ovr) has retired after failing to get signed in free agency.RB Morton Blake (N/A) has retired!RB Morton Blake - RB (74 ovr) has retired after failing to get signed in free agency.CB Thomas Lawson (N/A) has retired!CB Thomas Lawson - CB (60 ovr) has retired after failing to get signed in free agency.DT Lynwood Epps (N/A) has retired!DT Lynwood Epps - DT (71 ovr) has retired after failing to get signed in free agency.Free Agency Round 10: Round Up3 players signed this week.
The biggest name signing this week was James Witcher - SS. The SS out of Southern Methodist signed a contract of Pittsburgh Maulers with 1 year, $300,000.
Independence Great Lakes was the most active division with a total of 2 signings.
St. Louis Battlehawks was the most active signing a total of 2 player(s).
The biggest spender was Pittsburgh Maulers who signed 1 player(s) for a total of $300,000.Free Agency Round 9: Round Up5 players signed this week.
The biggest name signing this week was Fernando Vetter - WR. The WR out of Texas A&M signed a contract of Seattle Sea Dragons with 3 years, $750,000.
Liberty Pacific was the most active division with a total of 2 signings.
Seattle Sea Dragons was the most active signing a total of 2 player(s).
The biggest spender was Seattle Sea Dragons who signed 2 player(s) for a total of $375,000.Free Agency Round 8: Round Up5 players signed this week.
The biggest name signing this week was Josh Shore - G. The G out of Ohio State signed a contract of Pittsburgh Maulers with 1 year, $325,000.
Liberty Heartland Mid South was the most active division with a total of 4 signings.
Pittsburgh Maulers was the most active signing a total of 4 player(s).
The biggest spender was Pittsburgh Maulers who signed 4 player(s) for a total of $1,055,000.Free Agency Round 7: Round Up9 players signed this week.
The biggest name signing this week was David Fournier - FS. The FS out of Minnesota signed a contract of Philadelphia Stars with 3 years, $870,000.
Independence Great Lakes was the most active division with a total of 4 signings.
St. Louis Battlehawks was the most active signing a total of 4 player(s).
The biggest spender was Philadelphia Stars who signed 2 player(s) for a total of $520,000.Free Agency Round 6: Round Up13 players signed this week.
The biggest name signing this week was Anthony Oates - RB. The RB out of Texas-San Antonio signed a contract of Tampa Bay Bandits with 2 years, $620,000.
Independence Atlantic was the most active division with a total of 7 signings.
Orlando Apollos was the most active signing a total of 4 player(s).
The biggest spender was Orlando Apollos who signed 4 player(s) for a total of $393,500.Orlando Apollos trade up for FS The Apollos have traded up with Birmingham Stallions to pick Charles Landon - FS out of Indiana with pick 15 of round 4.
Trade Alert The Stallions trade a Stallions 2040 4th Round Pick to the Apollos for a Apollos 2041 4th Round Pick, a Apollos 2042 4th Round Pick.
Orlando Apollos trade up for CThe Apollos have traded up with Birmingham Stallions to pick Jerome Kelly - C out of Arkansas State with pick 15 of round 2.Trade AlertThe Stallions trade a Stallions 2040 2nd Round Pick to the Apollos for a Apollos 2040 3rd Round Pick, a Apollos 2041 2nd Round Pick, a Apollos 2040 4th Round Pick.WR Larry East (SA) goes #1 overall! NEW YORK -- The San Antonio Brahmas drafted Larry East #1 overall in the 2040 draft. The 6' 3" WR fits the team's needs perfectly. Said Brahmas general manager: "It's up to us to develop him and get good players around him."
"The great thing about the game of football is, it's a team game," East said on a conference call. "I'm just going to be one piece of the puzzle."
Moore and Nox Mock DraftPick 1: San Antonio Brahmas
Larry Moore: Andrew Fiore - CB
Known among his teammates as a hard worker. Respected for his good behavior on the field. Here you have a guy, who really benefits the atmosphere in the building. Everyone wants to be around him. They need players at the position, and good ones at that. He fits the bill, he is worth the pick. End of story.
Jim Nox: Andrew Fiore - CB
Here is a kid who no one doubts will put in the work. This is the kind of kid you want to promote the game. Well behaved, loves the game, and respectful. Known among his teammates as a bit of a goofball, but never in a bad way. The kind that keeps spirits high even when a season goes south. Nothing to think about here. Pick up the kid, bring him into the building, put him om the field.
Pick 2: DC Defenders
Larry Moore: Robert Forman - LB
Raised to know the value of teamwork. He is driven by the love of the sport. Well liked in the locker room. They need playmakers at this position. This is what they are getting here. Solid pick.
Jim Nox: Scottie Burden - LB
Every team values leadership, someone to lead by example, this is the guy. This kid puts in the work. This is the kind of kid you want to promote the game. Well behaved, loves the game, and respectful. Definitely good strength for a Defensive End. Will shed blocks and occasionally bull rush smaller opponents. You need to stay on him, or he will turn the edge on you. Teams want Defensive Ends that keep Offensive Tackles honest. Do not be afraid to draft a position of need here. This kid is well worthy of a pick this early. Perfect situation for him, and great fit for the team.
Pick 3: St. Louis Battlehawks
Larry Moore: Larry East - WR
The guy has his head on straight. The ultimate team player. He is driven by the love of the sport. Understands the game well. Knows what to do in different situations. Do not be afraid to draft a position of need here. This kid is well worthy of a pick this early. Perfect situation for him, and great fit for the team.
Jim Nox: Larry East - WR
His college coaches talk highly of his work ethic. If you ask around, everyone will tell you, this kid is all about the team. Sportsmanship, love of the sport and respect, is what you get with him. Educated well. Shows good understanding of the game. It is all about fit here. Is there a guy at a position of need, worthy of a pick this high? The answer, obviously, is 'heck yeah'.
Pick 4: Los Angeles Express
Larry Moore: Donald Ochs - T
This is not the kind of player who gives up or abandons his friends when things get tough. Reliably makes the right decision on the field. It is not often that the talent available fits perfectly with what you need. When it does, it makes for a win-win situation. This young man is going to be put in a position to succeed.
Jim Nox: Donald Ochs - T
He never gives up on his coaches and teammates. He keeps fighting for them even when others give up. Makes smart decisions. He will get a great chance to earn the starting job. He fits what they are looking for. He is a solid player. Cannot go wrong here.
Pick 5: Michigan Panthers
Larry Moore: Dwight Cole - LB
His college coaches talk highly of his work ethic. His good natured behavior, even toward opponents have earned him some criticism, but also an awful lot of respect. The guy has gets along with everyone. Fill the need with a quality player. Best case scenario here.
Jim Nox: Robert Forman - LB
He plays well with others. He understands there is a reason for each assignment on every play. He is driven by the love of the sport. Known among his teammates as a bit of a goofball, but never in a bad way. The kind that keeps spirits high even when a season goes south. Might not be what fans want, but there is a reason people are getting paid to make these decisions. This is a rock solid pick, and he fits what they are looking for. Fans will come around quickly once they see him play.
Pick 6: San Diego Fleet
Larry Moore: Eric Seals - WR
A real leader! The guy has his head on straight. He is fundamentally a good kid. You rarely see him commit stupid penalties. I love this guy, and fans will too.
Jim Nox: Wayne Longo - G
He will never throw someone else under the bus to save himself. I know a lot of people have been waiting impatiently to see him play at the pro level. The wait just got a little shorter.
Pick 7: Houston Gamblers
Larry Moore: Kenneth Adams - G
His good natured behavior, even toward opponents have earned him some criticism, but also an awful lot of respect. This is a kid who really contributes to the team spirit and the social cohesiveness on the team. He wants to win! Coaches love how coachable he is. Love this kid. Am looking forward to seeing him play. He will do great things for the franchise.
Jim Nox: Eric Seals - WR
A real leader! This kid puts in the work. He is fundamentally a good kid. You rarely see him commit stupid penalties. It is not every draft you get a shot at picking up a player of this caliber. You cannot go wrong with this kid.
Pick 8: Orlando Apollos
Larry Moore: Rakim Brooks - G
Coaches love the leadership skills in this kid. Raised to know the value of hard work. This kid breeds synergy, teams play better when he is on the field. Might not be what fans want, but there is a reason people are getting paid to make these decisions. This is a rock solid pick, and he fits what they are looking for. Fans will come around quickly once they see him play.
Jim Nox: Enrique Peck - G
Knows what it takes to achieve success at any level. Understands the game well. Knows what to do in different situations. Fans might not be on board with what can be framed as a need pick. But trust me once they see this kid play, they will be more than happy.
Pick 9: Jacksonville Bulls
Larry Moore: Marvin Adams - CB
His college coaches talk highly of his work ethic. 'Team player', this is the correct term for him. He makes everyone around him better. This is the kind of kid you want to promote the game. Well behaved, loves the game, and respectful. Do not be afraid to draft a position of need here. This kid is well worthy of a pick this early. Perfect situation for him, and great fit for the team.
Jim Nox: Marvin Adams - CB
Due to his work ethic, this kid is very coachable. He helps everyone get in the right position, making the team run as a well oiled machine. Respected for his good behavior on the field. Nothing to think about here. Pick up the kid, bring him into the building, put him om the field.
Pick 10: Arizona Hot Shots
Larry Moore: Doyle Thomas - G
What can I say? The guy loves to win and it shows on the field. Wonderful situation for them to be able to pick the best player available here.
Jim Nox: Raphael Montgomery - TE
Knows what it takes to achieve success at any level. 'Team player', this is the correct term for him. He makes everyone around him better. Respected for his good behavior on the field. Clever young man as wellJust what the organization needs.
Free Agency Round 5: Round Up9 players signed this week.
The biggest name signing this week was James Miles - T. The T out of Colorado State signed a contract of New Orleans Breakers with 5 years, $2,050,000.
Liberty Heartland Mid South was the most active division with a total of 4 signings.
Pittsburgh Maulers was the most active signing a total of 4 player(s).
The biggest spender was Pittsburgh Maulers who signed 4 player(s) for a total of $652,500.WR Donald Hurd (PIT) signs large free agent deal! NEW YORK -- Donald Hurd, one of the league's top WRs and top free-agent prize agreed to a 2 year contract worth $450,000 to play for the Pittsburgh Maulers.
T James Miles (NO) signs large free agent deal! NEW YORK -- Anxious all week, T James Miles was finally catching some sleep at home in Charlotte, N.C., when he found out just how serious the New Orleans Breakers were about acquiring him.
The free-agent signing period had just begun, and Miles's agent called to tell him that the Breakers head coach was in town. Soon, Miles was meeting him at an executive airport.
Now, Miles is being fitted for a Breakers uniform.
One of the league's top Ts and top free-agent prize agreed Friday to a 5 year contract worth $410,000.
"It's one thing to play football in this league and make a living, but it's a totally different thing to come to a place with a rich tradition like the Breakers," Miles said.
Free Agency Round 4: Round Up7 players signed this week.
The biggest name signing this week was Robert Haas - C. The C out of Alabama signed a contract of Philadelphia Stars with 5 years, $1,850,000.
Independence Atlantic was the most active division with a total of 4 signings.
Birmingham Stallions was the most active signing a total of 2 player(s).
The biggest spender was Birmingham Stallions who signed 2 player(s) for a total of $560,000.G Roy Ferguson (TB) signs large free agent deal! NEW YORK -- Anxious all week, G Roy Ferguson was finally catching some sleep at home in Charlotte, N.C., when he found out just how serious the Tampa Bay Bandits were about acquiring him.
The free-agent signing period had just begun, and Ferguson's agent called to tell him that the Bandits head coach was in town. Soon, Ferguson was meeting him at an executive airport.
Now, Ferguson is being fitted for a Bandits uniform.
One of the league's top Gs and top free-agent prize agreed Friday to a 2 year contract worth $391,500.
"It's one thing to play football in this league and make a living, but it's a totally different thing to come to a place with a rich tradition like the Bandits," Ferguson said.
C Robert Haas (PHI) signs large free agent deal! NEW YORK -- Robert Haas, one of the league's top Cs and top free-agent prize agreed to a 5 year contract worth $370,000 to play for the Philadelphia Stars.
Free Agency Round 3: Round Up11 players signed this week.
The biggest name signing this week was Kevin Sparks - T. The T out of Memphis signed a contract of Pittsburgh Maulers with 1 year, $450,000.
Liberty Heartland Mid South was the most active division with a total of 7 signings.
Pittsburgh Maulers was the most active signing a total of 4 player(s).
The biggest spender was Pittsburgh Maulers who signed 4 player(s) for a total of $915,000.T Kevin Sparks (PIT) signs large free agent deal!NEW YORK -- Anxious all week, T Kevin Sparks was finally catching some sleep at home in Charlotte, N.C., when he found out just how serious the Pittsburgh Maulers were about acquiring him.
The free-agent signing period had just begun, and Sparks's agent called to tell him that the Maulers head coach was in town. Soon, Sparks was meeting him at an executive airport.
Now, Sparks is being fitted for a Maulers uniform.
One of the league's top Ts and top free-agent prize agreed Friday to a 1 year contract worth $450,000.
"It's one thing to play football in this league and make a living, but it's a totally different thing to come to a place with a rich tradition like the Maulers," Sparks said.Free Agency Round 2: Round Up10 players signed this week.
The biggest name signing this week was James Cason - C. The C out of Florida signed a contract of Birmingham Stallions with 5 years, $1,900,000.
Liberty Pacific was the most active division with a total of 4 signings.
Seattle Sea Dragons was the most active signing a total of 2 player(s).
The biggest spender was San Antonio Brahmas who signed 2 player(s) for a total of $610,000.CB Dan Cummins (PHI) signs large free agent deal!NEW YORK -- Dan Cummins, one of the league's top CBs and top free-agent prize agreed to a 2 year contract worth $450,000 to play for the Philadelphia Stars.QB Keyon Norwood (TB) signs large free agent deal!NEW YORK -- Keyon Norwood, one of the league's top QBs and top free-agent prize agreed to a 1 year contract worth $450,000 to play for the Tampa Bay Bandits.C James Cason (BIR) signs large free agent deal!NEW YORK -- Anxious all week, C James Cason was finally catching some sleep at home in Charlotte, N.C., when he found out just how serious the Birmingham Stallions were about acquiring him.
The free-agent signing period had just begun, and Cason's agent called to tell him that the Stallions head coach was in town. Soon, Cason was meeting him at an executive airport.
Now, Cason is being fitted for a Stallions uniform.
One of the league's top Cs and top free-agent prize agreed Friday to a 5 year contract worth $360,000.
"It's one thing to play football in this league and make a living, but it's a totally different thing to come to a place with a rich tradition like the Stallions," Cason said.Free Agency Round 1: Round Up4 players signed this week.
The biggest name signing this week was Dennis Pugh - QB. The QB out of South Carolina signed a contract of Los Angeles Express with 5 years, $1,350,000.
Independence Atlantic was the most active division with a total of 2 signings.
Jacksonville Bulls was the most active signing a total of 2 player(s).
The biggest spender was Jacksonville Bulls who signed 2 player(s) for a total of $447,000.Offseason Team Needs with Jeremy PiperWith a new offseason under way, some rosters are in good shape. However, other teams have big needs to address this offseason. Your always trusty Jeremy Piper here brings you a quick glance at the teams with work to do. Whether they fill their needs in the draft or with veterans in free agency remains to be seen.
Here we go:
Seattle Sea Dragons: QB TE DE
San Diego Fleet: LB DE
Los Angeles Express: T CB DT DE
Pittsburgh Maulers: QB CB FS
Philadelphia Stars: C FS
DC Defenders: LB DE
Michigan Panthers: CB LB
St. Louis Battlehawks: QB T WR LB DT
San Antonio Brahmas: CB DT
Orlando Apollos: G C FS
Birmingham Stallions: T LB
Jacksonville Bulls: TE WR CB
Tampa Bay Bandits: G
Brian Bruce has retired as a General ManagerBrian Bruce has announced his decision to retire from football. He will pursue a career in broadcasting.Kevin Rooney has retired as a General ManagerKevin Rooney has announced his decision to retire from football. It is assumed he will take a job in the private sector.DC Defenders hire Edward Spring from the Arizona Hot Shots DC has announced that they have signed Edward Spring as their new Head Coach. Spring was previously working for Arizona as Defensive Coordinator. He will get a 4 year contract worth 8.0 million pr year with DC.
Los Angeles Express sign coach Keith Elrod The Los Angeles Express have announced that they have signed Keith Elrod as their new DL Coach. He will get a 4 year contract worth 1.0 million per year with the Los Angeles Express.
Arizona Hot Shots hire Julio Rogers from the St. Louis Battlehawks Arizona has announced that they have signed Julio Rogers as their new Offensive Coordinator. Rogers was previously working for St. Louis as Offensive Coordinator. He will get a 5 year contract worth 5.3 million pr year with Arizona.
Birmingham Stallions sign coach Jack AlonzoThe Birmingham Stallions have announced that they have signed Jack Alonzo as their new QB Coach. He will get a 2 year contract worth 1.1 million per year with the Birmingham Stallions.Los Angeles Express sign coach Clark DunnThe Los Angeles Express have announced that they have signed Clark Dunn as their new Head Trainer. He will get a 1 year contract worth 1.8 million per year with the Los Angeles Express.New Orleans Breakers sign coach Robert ArmentaThe New Orleans Breakers have announced that they have signed Robert Armenta as their new Offensive Coordinator. He will get a 4 year contract worth 5.9 million per year with the New Orleans Breakers.Los Angeles Express hire Kevin Meeker from the Houston GamblersLos Angeles has announced that they have signed Kevin Meeker as their new Head Coach. Meeker was previously working for Houston as Offensive Coordinator. He will get a 4 year contract worth 9.5 million pr year with Los Angeles.Jacksonville Bulls sign coach Wayne Mcafee The Jacksonville Bulls have announced that they have signed Wayne Mcafee as their new General Manager. He will get a 3 year contract worth 6.4 million per year with the Jacksonville Bulls.
Birmingham Stallions sign coach Travis HoyleThe Birmingham Stallions have announced that they have signed Travis Hoyle as their new General Manager. He will get a 4 year contract worth 6.1 million per year with the Birmingham Stallions.Draft Order: San Antonio Brahmas own first overall.Pick 1: San Antonio Brahmas
Pick 2: DC Defenders
Pick 3: St. Louis Battlehawks
Pick 4: Los Angeles Express
Pick 5: Michigan Panthers
Pick 6: San Diego Fleet
Pick 7: Houston Gamblers
Pick 8: Orlando Apollos
Pick 9: Jacksonville Bulls
Pick 10: Arizona Hot Shots
Pick 11: New Orleans Breakers
Pick 12: Philadelphia Stars
Pick 13: Tampa Bay Bandits
Pick 14: Seattle Sea Dragons
Pick 15: Birmingham Stallions
Pick 16: Pittsburgh Maulers
Coaching Carousel Predictions.The offseason is upon us and that means teams are shaking up their coaching staffs. This means that we get to take our annual look at coordinators who could make the leap to become head coaches, and the teams who are likely to poach them.
The prime candidates identified by our experts are:
Gerardo Mcnally - Defensive Coordinator - Los Angeles Express
Raymond Collins - Offensive Coordinator - Birmingham Stallions
Greg Bigelow - Offensive Coordinator - Michigan Panthers
Robert Ferrell - Defensive Coordinator - Pittsburgh Maulers
John Ramsey - Defensive Coordinator - Houston Gamblers
Donald Walker - Offensive Coordinator - Seattle Sea Dragons
Marcus Garza - Defensive Coordinator - Jacksonville Bulls
Noah Day - Defensive Coordinator - Orlando Apollos
As always, we are prone to wild speculations, so we asked our in-house experts to do a little matchmaking between candidates and teams. Here is what they came up with:
Mary Moore:
Noah Day leaves the Apollos to become the head coach for the San Diego Fleet.
Darren Francis:
I think the Bulls lose Marcus Garza and I see him heading to DC Defenders.
Jim Nox:
The Gamblers cannot hold on to John Ramsey. I would like to see him coach the Los Angeles Express.
Jeremy Piper:
Marcus Garza is certainly on the move. That means Bulls will need a new coordinator. As for where Garza ends up? Well, I think Michigan Panthers is a good bet.Contract UpdatesThe following players have unlocked bonuses in their contracts based on their performance last season:
Eugene Guillory - WR (San Diego Fleet) unlocked a 5% bonus for Games Started (Target: 7 / Accomplished: 14).
Patrick Riggins - FS (San Diego Fleet) unlocked a 5% bonus for Tackles (Target: 40 / Accomplished: 69).
Richard Black - LB (San Diego Fleet) unlocked a 5% bonus for Tackles (Target: 40 / Accomplished: 96).
Leslie Blais - C (San Diego Fleet) unlocked a 5% bonus for Pancakes (Target: 20 / Accomplished: 56).
Angel Boehm - T (Los Angeles Express) unlocked a 10% bonus for Pancakes (Target: 20 / Accomplished: 41).
Albert Abney - LB (Los Angeles Express) unlocked a 10% bonus for Sacks (Target: 5 / Accomplished: 6).
Frank Laird - QB (Los Angeles Express) unlocked a 5% bonus for Passing TDs (Target: 30 / Accomplished: 30).
Donald Devries - WR (Los Angeles Express) unlocked a 5% bonus for Games Started (Target: 7 / Accomplished: 14).
Shaun Wooldridge - G (DC Defenders) unlocked a 5% bonus for Pancakes (Target: 20 / Accomplished: 50).
William Busch - WR (DC Defenders) unlocked a 10% bonus for Games Started (Target: 7 / Accomplished: 14).
Lawrence Scully - QB (DC Defenders) unlocked a 5% bonus for Completion % (Target: 50 / Accomplished: 70.6).
Daniel Byrne - WR (Michigan Panthers) unlocked a 10% bonus for Games Started (Target: 7 / Accomplished: 12).
Stephen Collier - DT (Michigan Panthers) unlocked a 5% bonus for Sacks (Target: 5 / Accomplished: 5).
Gerald Billups - WR (San Antonio Brahmas) unlocked a 10% bonus for Catches (Target: 40 / Accomplished: 48).
Greg Seitz - G (San Antonio Brahmas) unlocked a 5% bonus for Games Started (Target: 7 / Accomplished: 8).
Lorenzo Mullen - DT (San Antonio Brahmas) unlocked a 10% bonus for Games Started (Target: 7 / Accomplished: 14).
Johnnie Yang - DE (San Antonio Brahmas) unlocked a 10% bonus for Games Started (Target: 7 / Accomplished: 13).
Thomas Lancaster - DT (Houston Gamblers) unlocked a 5% bonus for Sacks (Target: 5 / Accomplished: 8).
Marcelo Caban - RB (Houston Gamblers) unlocked a 10% bonus for Rushing Attempts (Target: 150 / Accomplished: 227).
Anthony Casey - T (Birmingham Stallions) unlocked a 5% bonus for Games Started (Target: 7 / Accomplished: 12).
Dane Voss - SS (Birmingham Stallions) unlocked a 10% bonus for Tackles (Target: 40 / Accomplished: 80).
Louis Cunningham - C (Birmingham Stallions) unlocked a 5% bonus for Pancakes (Target: 20 / Accomplished: 62).
David Martin - WR (Birmingham Stallions) unlocked a 5% bonus for Catches (Target: 40 / Accomplished: 67).
Michael Mckee - FB (Birmingham Stallions) unlocked a 10% bonus for Games Started (Target: 7 / Accomplished: 8).
Steve Nicholson - CB (Jacksonville Bulls) unlocked a 5% bonus for Games Started (Target: 7 / Accomplished: 14).
Fredrick Everett - LB (Jacksonville Bulls) unlocked a 5% bonus for Games Started (Target: 7 / Accomplished: 11).
Pedro Heath - LB (Tampa Bay Bandits) unlocked a 10% bonus for Tackles (Target: 40 / Accomplished: 104).
Players Holding OutThe following players want a new contract, and have announced their intention to hold out:
Marlin Gatlin - CB (Arizona Hot Shots)
Jacinto Blanchard has retired from managingJacinto Blanchard has announced his decision to retire from management. He will be starting a training facility and scouting service.Bobby Harris has retired from managingBobby Harris has announced his decision to retire from management. Rumours have it he is heading to politics.Richard Belcher has retired from managingRichard Belcher has announced his decision to retire from management. It is assumed he will take a job in the private sector.Gabriel Soriano has retired from managingGabriel Soriano has announced his decision to retire from management. It is assumed he will take a job in the private sector.Active Player Retirements
Los Angeles Express:
CB Douglas Luna - CB (12 seasons) 195 Tck, 1 Sck, 13 Int, 4 Def TD, 2 FF, 1 FR
Philadelphia Stars:
C Brandon Angelo - C (11 seasons) 455 Pancakes
Michigan Panthers:
LB Ronald Ingram - LB (13 seasons) 435 Tck, 18 Sck, 12 Int, 1 Def TD, 2 FF
FS Matthew Smith - FS (13 seasons) 253 Tck, 1 Sck, 13 Int, 2 Def TD, 6 FF, 5 FR
CB Forrest Dugas - CB (16 seasons) 596 Tck, 2 Sck, 22 Int, 4 Def TD, 11 FF, 5 FR
LB Jeff Conklin - LB (14 seasons) 899 Tck, 53 Sck, 6 Int, 1 Def TD, 3 Sfty, 15 FF, 7 FR
San Antonio Brahmas:
WR Ralph Hankins - WR (14 seasons) 843 rec, 10932 yds, 80 TD
TE William Garrett - TE (18 seasons) 631 rec, 4949 yds, 43 TD
RB Curtis Dyson - RB (9 seasons) 580 att, 3143 yds, 28 TD, 83 rec, 728 yds, 2 TD
RB Don Doyle - RB (13 seasons) 721 att, 3875 yds, 40 TD, 97 rec, 851 yds, 5 TD
QB Bernard Davis - QB (14 seasons) 1932/2983, 22853 yds, 165 TD
T Brad Myers - T (13 seasons) 817 Pancakes
RB Jonathan Covey - RB (10 seasons) 786 att, 3831 yds, 21 TD, 104 rec, 1132 yds, 9 TD
Houston Gamblers:
TE Dustin Marshall - TE (11 seasons) 172 rec, 2494 yds, 20 TD
DE Michael Sousa - DE (15 seasons) 209 Tck, 48 Sck, 2 Sfty, 7 FF, 1 FR
New Orleans Breakers:
RB Roy Woodbury - RB (5 seasons) 319 att, 1358 yds, 14 TD, 16 rec, 116 yds, 1 TD
DE Timothy Mcnabb - DE (13 seasons) 175 Tck, 55 Sck, 7 FF, 1 FR
Orlando Apollos:
WR Michael Krause - WR (8 seasons) 267 rec, 3206 yds, 24 TD
Jacksonville Bulls:
C David Wright - C (13 seasons) 571 Pancakes
TE David Luong - TE (11 seasons) 451 rec, 4225 yds, 31 TD
Tampa Bay Bandits:
RB Johnny Boucher - RB (16 seasons) 2191 att, 10290 yds, 82 TD, 258 rec, 2106 yds, 12 TD
DE John Oneill - DE (14 seasons) 208 Tck, 58 Sck, 2 Sfty, 13 FF, 4 FR
CB Earl Earl - CB (12 seasons) 324 Tck, 1 Sck, 15 Int, 5 FF, 6 FR
Notable free agent retirements
QB:
Maurice Raymond (16 seasons pro) 3897/5977, 72701 yds, 672 TD
Jay Solis (13 seasons pro) 162/229, 1754 yds, 19 TD
RB:
David Hampton (9 seasons pro) 189 att, 865 yds, 8 TD, 10 rec, 88 yds, 1 TD
G:
Percy Arellano (14 seasons pro) 326 Pancakes
Howard Sawyer (12 seasons pro) 285 Pancakes
David Mount (12 seasons pro) 278 Pancakes
Scott Myles (8 seasons pro) 76 Pancakes
John Wright (7 seasons pro) 92 Pancakes
T:
Leon McCann (12 seasons pro) 771 Pancakes
John Jennings (14 seasons pro) 957 Pancakes
Ja'Marcus Peters (10 seasons pro) 289 Pancakes
Roger Lowe (16 seasons pro) 197 Pancakes
Jesse Bryan (11 seasons pro) 81 Pancakes
C:
Rene Garcia (14 seasons pro) 657 Pancakes
James Morin (12 seasons pro) 415 Pancakes
Roland Cordero (6 seasons pro) 44 Pancakes
TE:
Craig Thibodeau (13 seasons pro) 263 rec, 1974 yds, 9 TD
Jeremy Osborne (14 seasons pro) 145 rec, 1400 yds, 11 TD
WR:
Scott Calvin (14 seasons pro) 883 rec, 12761 yds, 114 TD
Nathaniel Nall (12 seasons pro) 487 rec, 5769 yds, 36 TD
Thomas Blackburn (13 seasons pro) 464 rec, 5640 yds, 38 TD
JJ Hoyt (9 seasons pro) 265 rec, 2450 yds, 10 TD
Tony Apodaca (8 seasons pro) 46 rec, 622 yds, 6 TD
CB:
Donald Johnson (14 seasons pro) 588 Tck, 1 Sck, 23 Int, 5 Def TD, 8 FF, 3 FR
James Gaston (8 seasons pro) 169 Tck, 7 Int, 1 Def TD, 6 FF, 4 FR
LB:
Michael Fields (17 seasons pro) 1872 Tck, 43 Sck, 21 Int, 3 Def TD, 22 FF, 10 FR
Billy Adams (18 seasons pro) 1107 Tck, 27 Sck, 17 Int, 5 Def TD, 14 FF, 13 FR
William Noyes (13 seasons pro) 874 Tck, 27 Sck, 7 Int, 14 FF, 7 FR
Terrence Clayton (14 seasons pro) 698 Tck, 32 Sck, 5 Int, 1 Def TD, 2 Sfty, 7 FF, 7 FR
Aaron Blount (12 seasons pro) 620 Tck, 16 Sck, 1 Int, 1 Sfty, 9 FF, 3 FR
Robert Fulton (12 seasons pro) 499 Tck, 23 Sck, 7 Int, 1 Sfty, 10 FF, 1 FR
Emil Bohn (12 seasons pro) 574 Tck, 9 Sck, 4 Int, 1 Def TD, 4 FF, 7 FR
DT:
James Harlan (14 seasons pro) 268 Tck, 31 Sck, 7 FF, 3 FR
Terry Yost (8 seasons pro) 60 Tck, 9 Sck, 1 FF
Jeremy Fong (11 seasons pro) 106 Tck, 5 Sck, 2 FR
DE:
Zackary Mcintosh (8 seasons pro) 50 Tck, 11 Sck, 1 Sfty, 1 FF
FS:
Jack Scroggins (9 seasons pro) 145 Tck, 2 Sck, 5 Int, 5 FF, 1 FR
SS:
Adam Myrick (14 seasons pro) 639 Tck, 17 Sck, 14 Int, 2 Def TD, 1 Sfty, 4 FF, 4 FR
Winston Stratton (10 seasons pro) 109 Tck, 1 Sck, 1 FR
K:
Kenneth Maes (15 seasons pro) 203/240 FG
Kenneth Valdez (10 seasons pro) 176/213 FG
P:
Ray-Ray Pickard (9 seasons pro) 18071 yards, 151 inside 20
Rufus Beltran (6 seasons pro) 8767 yards, 72 inside 20
Herb Harris (13 seasons pro) 22494 yards, 202 inside 20
Other retirements
QB Joshua Mancini - QB (74 ovr)
QB Nathan Kim - QB (68 ovr)
RB Randall Rios - RB (75 ovr)
RB Jerome Sandberg - RB (73 ovr)
RB David Quiroz - RB (70 ovr)
RB Alexander Stevenson - RB (70 ovr)
RB Nicholas Baumann - RB (68 ovr)
RB Steven Tripp - RB (67 ovr)
RB Arthur Green - RB (67 ovr)
RB Miguel Armenta - RB (66 ovr)
RB Linwood Monroe - RB (61 ovr)
G Richard Robertson - G (72 ovr)
G Mitch Barnes - G (67 ovr)
G Marcos Bray - G (67 ovr)
G Tyler Frasier - G (65 ovr)
G Reuben Adams - G (55 ovr)
G Benjamin Sanchez - G (52 ovr)
T James Maldonado - T (72 ovr)
T Aubrey Steel - T (72 ovr)
T James Thomas - T (71 ovr)
T Pernell Smith - T (68 ovr)
T Bryan Farr - T (66 ovr)
T James Torres - T (60 ovr)
C Brian Wills - C (80 ovr)
C Jack Mayo - C (78 ovr)
C Chad Isaacson - C (78 ovr)
C Jack Nelson - C (76 ovr)
C Dwight Bach - C (63 ovr)
C William Mcfadden - C (62 ovr)
C David Bradley - C (62 ovr)
C Donald Irwin - C (61 ovr)
C Sean Bullock - C (50 ovr)
TE Jeremy Busby - TE (71 ovr)
TE Evan Cloud - TE (61 ovr)
TE Michael Bruns - TE (57 ovr)
TE Dennis Ruff - TE (54 ovr)
TE Donald Lynn - TE (53 ovr)
WR Anthony Lilly - WR (72 ovr)
WR Michael Mann - WR (70 ovr)
WR Tommy Duffy - WR (68 ovr)
WR Edward Jensen - WR (68 ovr)
WR Michael Lemmon - WR (68 ovr)
WR Eric Fair - WR (68 ovr)
WR Christopher Mcalister - WR (66 ovr)
WR Barry Nelms - WR (65 ovr)
WR Christopher Lin - WR (64 ovr)
WR Johnny Rich - WR (64 ovr)
WR David Monson - WR (61 ovr)
WR Billy Mello - WR (51 ovr)
WR James Rivera - WR (36 ovr)
CB Samuel Hudgins - CB (68 ovr)
CB Anthony Keen - CB (64 ovr)
CB Roderick Donahue - CB (62 ovr)
CB Leo Marino - CB (61 ovr)
CB Antone Gonzales - CB (61 ovr)
CB Adam Berg - CB (60 ovr)
CB Eldon Barry - CB (60 ovr)
CB Randall Cyr - CB (58 ovr)
CB Richard Mcallister - CB (58 ovr)
CB Kenneth Cambell - CB (54 ovr)
LB James Blackman - LB (74 ovr)
LB Kennith Taylor - LB (72 ovr)
LB George Ellison - LB (64 ovr)
LB Bobby Rosales - LB (57 ovr)
LB Marty Pippin - LB (47 ovr)
DT Ralph Bratcher - DT (72 ovr)
DT Harry Martin - DT (71 ovr)
DT Norris Smith - DT (70 ovr)
DT Jessie Townsend - DT (69 ovr)
DT Orlando Evans - DT (68 ovr)
DT Gary Barnes - DT (66 ovr)
DT Norbert Brennan - DT (66 ovr)
DT Michael Mosher - DT (66 ovr)
DT Timothy Lester - DT (63 ovr)
DT Charles Reddy - DT (59 ovr)
DT Carlos Ray - DT (59 ovr)
DE Patrick Driscoll - DE (68 ovr)
DE Frederick Pederson - DE (64 ovr)
DE Lee Hutchings - DE (64 ovr)
DE Virgil Lynch - DE (64 ovr)
DE Ray Satterfield - DE (63 ovr)
DE James Wenzel - DE (62 ovr)
DE Darrell Lyles - DE (60 ovr)
DE Robert Upchurch - DE (54 ovr)
DE Caullin Palmer - DE (53 ovr)
FS Franklin Terry - FS (57 ovr)
FS Armando Broadway - FS (55 ovr)
SS Lance Holley - SS (82 ovr)
SS Juston Rose - SS (78 ovr)
SS Ned Torres - SS (66 ovr)
SS John Kemp - SS (63 ovr)
SS John Meyer - SS (58 ovr)
SS Vernon McCain - SS (56 ovr)
SS Delbert Lawson - SS (29 ovr)
K Melvin Johnson - K (71 ovr)
John Collins has retired as General ManagerJohn Collins, General Manager for the Birmingham Stallions, has announced his decision to retire from football after a distinguished career. He will pursue a career in broadcasting.Scott Fitzgerald has retired from coaching Scott Fitzgerald, Head Coach for the Michigan Panthers, has announced his decision to retire from coaching after a long and successful career. It is assumed he will take a job in the private sector.
Andrew Camacho has retired from coachingAndrew Camacho, Offensive Coordinator for the Pittsburgh Maulers, has announced his decision to retire from coaching after a long and successful career. It is assumed he will take a job in the private sector.Abel Stump has retired from coaching Abel Stump, Head Coach for the San Diego Fleet, has announced his decision to retire from coaching after a long and successful career. He will pursue a career in broadcasting.
San Antonio Brahmas fire their OC, Duggan.Millard Duggan will no longer serve as Offensive Coordinator for the San Antonio Brahmas, the team announced via their website. The role will be filled as soon as the hiring window is open. The team was underperforming, so everyone was expecting a shake up on the staff.DC Defenders fire their OC, Jones.Manuel Jones has officially left their post as Offensive Coordinator with the DC Defenders, the organization noted online. Hiring for the role will begin shortly. Supporters had predicted staffing changes following the recent slump.San Diego Fleet fire their DC, Gonzalez.Ronnie Gonzalez has exited their role as Defensive Coordinator for the San Diego Fleet, per the latest statement from the club. A replacement will be announced when hiring resumes. After a string of losses, staff changes were expected.Jacksonville Bulls re-signs Refugio Mathis as Head CoachThe Bulls have announced that they have given Refugio Mathis a new contract. Mathis will continue to serve as Head Coach for 2 years earning 3.5 million pr year.Philadelphia Stars re-signs Eddie Delvalle as Defensive CoordinatorThe Stars have announced that they have given Eddie Delvalle a new contract. Delvalle will continue to serve as Defensive Coordinator for 5 years earning 3.5 million pr year.Seattle Sea Dragons re-signs Kevin Burleson as Defensive Coordinator The Sea Dragons have announced that they have given Kevin Burleson a new contract. Burleson will continue to serve as Defensive Coordinator for 4 years earning 3 million pr year.
Seattle Sea Dragons re-signs David Taylor as Head CoachThe Sea Dragons have announced that they have given David Taylor a new contract. Taylor will continue to serve as Head Coach for 5 years earning 6 million pr year. |
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