The UFL (United Football League) was formed late last year by merging the XFL and USFL after several moderately successful seasons. This was always a great idea. Because it brings out the best of both leagues and provides college football and NFL fans with an enjoyable experience that doesn't require them to interrupt the game they love.
The league consists of eight teams, four from both the XFL (Arlington Renegades, DC Defenders, San Antonio Brahmas, St. Louis BattleHawks) and USFL (Birmingham Stallions, Houston Roughnecks, Memphis Showboats, Michigan Panthers). , has a roster of 53 people. , just like the NFL. While every roster is full of former big-name players who can still contribute to the game, Texas A&M has five of his former players on all eight of his rosters, establishing himself as a varsity player. .
A lot of NFL news regarding contracts and the upcoming 2024 NFL Draft is dominating the headlines. Still, real football will be played starting Saturday, March 30, as the UFL's inaugural season officially begins.
Meet all the former Texas A&M football players who will begin their UFL careers this weekend.
Birmingham Stallions – Tight End Jace Sternberger
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height: 6-4
weight: 251 pounds
Year: 27
number: 12
Jace Sternberger had 517 receiving yards and seven touchdowns during his second stint with the Birmingham Stallions in his final USFL season. He led the league in touchdowns and caught the winning touchdown in the USFL Championship.
DC Defenders – Linebacker Anthony Hines III
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height: 6-3
weight: 226 pounds
number: 57
Former Texas A&M linebacker Anthony Hines III was once one of the rookies touted to become a tackling machine, but things didn't work out during his brief stay in College Station. Hines remains a skilled helper and has a chance to earn honors again with the DC Defenders.
DC Defenders – Offensive Tackle Jameer Ross-Johnson
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height: 6-5
weight: 300 pounds
Year: 26
Jameel Ross-Johnson, a transfer from Tennessee, played blindside for a season while enduring an injury during Texas A&M's 2021 season. Although his immediate NFL future has been somewhat bleak, he still has the size and athleticism to impress UFL scouts this season.
Houston Roughnecks – Offensive Lineman Avery Genesee
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height: 6-4
weight: 321 pounds
Year: 30
number: 74
Avery Genesee's once-illustrious NFL career has taken a few turns, but after playing in the XFL last season, the 30-year-old's playing career will continue with the Houston Roughnecks, as the hulking Because tackling is still at its best.
Memphis Showboats – Defensive Tackle Dayron Mack
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height: 6-1
weight: 340 pounds
Year: 27
number: 94
Dayron Mack's career has been amazing, with the former five-star prospect having a decent career at Texas A&M, but failing to live up to the recruiting hype. A fifth-round pick by the Baltimore Ravens, Mack was released during his first training camp, then bounced around the league for two years before joining the USFL in 2022.
Memphis Showboats – Running Back Trey Williams
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height: 5-7
weight: 200 pounds
Year: 31
number: 31
Running back Trey Williams has spent several seasons in the NFL since 2019, playing in nearly every semi-pro football league, and at age 31, he remains as fast and agile as ever.
