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Title: Chargers Sign UFL Long Snapper Peter Bowden to Practice Squad

by David Harrison – Chief Editor November 6, 2025

written by David Harrison – Chief Editor

Chargers Add Long Snapper from UFL’s Michigan⁤ Panthers

The Los Angeles ⁤Chargers ⁣announced today, February 6, 2025, the ⁣signing of long snapper Peter Bowden, formerly of the Michigan Panthers of ‍the United Football league. Bowden will‍ compete for the starting long ⁢snapper position with the ⁣Chargers as they prepare for the 2025 ⁢NFL season.

The move addresses a specialized position⁤ for the Chargers⁢ following the 2024 season. ‍Long snappers are crucial to special teams play,‍ handling both punts and field goal/extra point attempts. Bowden’s signing provides depth and competition at⁣ the position,possibly upgrading⁣ a key component of the ‍Chargers’ special teams unit. He finished the 2024 UFL season with the Panthers, demonstrating consistency and technique⁢ that caught the attention of NFL⁤ scouts. ⁣

Bowden played collegiately at Wake Forest, where ⁣he was a four-year letterman and a consistent presence on the demon Deacons’ special teams. After going undrafted in the ⁤2023 NFL Draft, he joined ‌the Michigan Panthers, quickly establishing himself as a reliable long snapper in the ⁣UFL. He will now vie for a⁢ roster spot with ⁣the chargers during the offseason and training camp.

November 6, 2025 0 comments

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Dallas Renegades Return: UFL Team Rebrands, Moves to Toyota Stadium

by Emma Walker – News Editor October 8, 2025

written by Emma Walker – News Editor

Dallas ‌Renegades Return, Will Play in Choctaw Stadium

ARLINGTON, TX – February 22, ⁤2024 – The Arlington Renegades of the ‌United Football league (UFL) will revert to their ‍original Dallas Renegades branding and relocate to Choctaw Stadium in ‌Arlington,‍ the team announced today. the move marks a full-circle moment for the franchise, which initially competed as the Dallas Renegades in ⁢the now-defunct⁤ XFL before being revived as the Arlington Renegades following the merger of the XFL and USFL to‍ form the UFL.

The rebrand and venue change signal a strategic shift for the team ⁣as⁤ it aims to capitalize ⁣on the established recognition and fanbase associated with the “Dallas Renegades” name. the team’s return to Choctaw Stadium, formerly AT&T Stadium, provides a larger capacity and a more prominent ⁢location⁢ within the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. ‌This transition‍ impacts fans, players,‌ and the UFL’s overall market ‍presence in North Texas, setting the stage for ‌increased visibility and potential growth as the ‌UFL’s inaugural⁤ season approaches on March 30th.

The original Dallas Renegades were a charter franchise of the⁣ XFL in 2020, playing their home⁤ games at Globe ‍Life⁢ Park.⁢ Following⁤ the XFL’s bankruptcy, the team was⁣ resurrected as the ⁣Arlington Renegades for the ⁣2023 season, achieving‍ a ‌4-6 record and ultimately winning ‍the XFL Championship.

“We’re⁣ excited to bring the Dallas Renegades ⁤back to ⁤North Texas fans,” said a team⁣ representative. “This⁣ rebrand honors⁢ the team’s history ‌and⁣ provides a strong‌ foundation for future success‌ in the UFL.”

The UFL’s inaugural season will feature⁤ eight teams, combining the best of the XFL ‌and USFL. The Dallas Renegades will join the Houston Gamblers, birmingham Stallions, Memphis Showboats, Michigan Panthers, Ohio ‌Force, DC Defenders, and St. Louis Battlehawks in competition. The team’s schedule and ticket⁣ information will be released in ‌the ‌coming weeks.

October 8, 2025 0 comments

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UFL Announces Moves To Columbus, Louisville, & Orlando

by Emma Walker – News Editor October 7, 2025

written by Emma Walker – News Editor

UFL Expands footprint with Team Relocations to Columbus,Louisville,adn Orlando

Columbus,OH – February 26,2025 – The United⁣ Football League (UFL) today announced a strategic ‍realignment,relocating teams to Columbus,Ohio; Louisville,Kentucky; and Orlando,Florida,for the remainder of its ⁣inaugural season. The moves come as the league seeks to optimize fan engagement and ⁣build lasting markets following initial challenges in‌ attendance and broadcast viewership.

The relocation impacts the Arlington Renegades, the Memphis Showmen, and the DC Defenders. The Renegades will now play ⁤as ⁣the Columbus Conquerors,the Showmen will become the Louisville Legends,and the Defenders will be rebranded as the Orlando⁣ Vipers. UFL President and CEO, ‍George Manesis, stated the league‌ evaluated multiple factors, including market size, stadium availability, and local community support, ⁢when making the decision. “These cities have demonstrated a strong passion for football and ⁣offer ⁤the infrastructure necessary to support UFL teams,” Manesis said. “We‌ are confident that these ⁢moves will create a more vibrant and competitive league.”

this shift‌ represents a important course correction for the UFL, a spring football league formed from the merger⁤ of the USFL and XFL in January 2024. The league aimed to capitalize ⁢on the growing demand for ⁢football beyond the NFL’s season, but ⁢early results indicated a need to reassess its ⁣geographic strategy. The relocations are intended to tap into‍ new fan bases and ⁤generate increased revenue through ticket sales, ‌merchandise, and local sponsorships.

The UFL’s schedule will⁣ be adjusted to reflect the new team locations, with details to be released shortly. The league will work closely with local officials in Columbus, Louisville, and Orlando to ensure a smooth transition and maximize community involvement.⁢ The UFL season is ⁢currently underway and is broadcast on ESPN, FOX, and streaming platforms. The league hopes ⁢these ⁤changes will solidify its ‍position⁣ as a viable alternative to the NFL and provide a platform for aspiring professional football players.

October 7, 2025 0 comments