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In a thrilling announcement by owners Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and Dany Garcia, the United Football League (UFL) revealed its roster of 8 formidable teams, divided into two competitive divisions: the XFL and USFL divisions. This ensures that the hard work that developed the XFL and USFL doesn't vanish in the merger. The UFL seems to award its most passionate fanbases in the merger, holding onto the DC Defenders and the St. Louis Battlehawks, both cities made headlines with the support they showed for their XFL teams. The Rock added his own flair to the announcement, humorously suggesting he might suit up and play – a nod to the league's spirit.
With the XFL and USFL divisions set, football fans can gear up for an exhilarating season featuring these powerhouse teams:
USFL Division:
1. Birmingham Stallions
2. Houston Roughnecks
3. Memphis Showboats
4. Michigan Panthers
XFL Division:
1. Arlington Renegades
2. D.C. Defenders
3. San Antonio Brahmas
4. St. Louis Battlehawks
The UFL also introduced a lineup of seasoned head coaches who will lead their respective teams to victory:
- San Antonio Brahmas: Wade Phillips
- St. Louis Battlehawks: Anthony Becht
- Memphis Showboats: John DeFilippo
- Michigan Panthers: Mike Nolan
- Arlington Renegades: Bob Stoops
- Birmingham Stallions: Skip Holtz
- Houston Roughnecks: Curtis Johnson
- D.C. Defenders: Reggie Barlow
The Rock, addressing the league's philosophy, shared that every player in the UFL carries the motivation of being the 54th man on an NFL roster – a chip on their shoulders that drives them to prove themselves on every play.
The highly anticipated season kicks off on March 30th with a clash between the XFL champion Arlington Renegades and the USFL champion Birmingham Stallions. Get ready for an action-packed UFL season that promises to showcase the grit and determination of these talented teams!