# Chad 'Ochocinco' Johnson Eyes Comeback with UFL Memphis Showboats

- Author: Mark Perry
- Published: 2024-01-25T15:54:40Z
- Updated: 2026-07-09T17:07:06Z
- Categories: UFL (ufl), Memphis Showboats (memphis-showboats)
- Canonical URL: https://uflnewshub.com/ufl/chad-ochocinco-johnson-eyes-comeback-with-ufl-memphis-showboats

### Key Points:

- **NFL Star's Potential Return**: Chad Ochocinco Johnson expresses interest in joining Memphis Showboats.
- **Coach's Open Invitation**: Showboats coach John DeFilippo encourages Johnson's comeback.
- **UFL's Inaugural Season**: Memphis Showboats to feature in United Football League's first season.

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### Johnson's Showboats Tease

Chad Ochocinco Johnson, a former NFL sensation, sparked excitement with a social media hint at joining the [Memphis Showboats](https://uflnewshub.com/team/memphis-showboats/). His potential return is a buzz among football fans.

### Coaching Connection

Responding to Johnson's free-agent status on X, Coach [John DeFilippo](https://uflnewshub.com/ufl/john-defilippo-a-comprehensive-profile-of-the-memphis-showboats-head-coach) openly invited Johnson to connect. Johnson, showing enthusiasm, replied with a promise to reach out.

### A Proven Track Record

Johnson, a six-time Pro Bowl selectee and 2006's NFL receiving yards leader, last played in the NFL in 2012. Despite last playing professionally in 2017, he's keen on making a comeback at 46.

### United Football League Debut

The Memphis Showboats are gearing up for the United Football League's debut season, starting March 30th. The league is a fusion of USFL and XFL, promising an exciting kickoff.

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