In a surprise move, the Louisville Kings announced late Sunday afternoon that quarterback Jason Bean has been traded to the D.C. Defenders for quarterback Mike DiLiello.
Bean started all four games for the Kings, completing 58 of 122 passes for 819 yards with three touchdowns. His longest completion was a 44-yard pass. In addition, he had 16 carries for 63 yards.
DiLiello appeared in seven games over the last two seasons with the Defenders. In 2025, he completed 26-56 passes with two touchdowns and added 73 yards on 17 carries. He has appeared in one game this season. DiLiello spent his final two college seasons at Austin Peay. throwing for 5,611 yards and 49 touchdowns, with 21 interceptions and totaling over 600 rushing yards during that span.
In the wake of the trade, Chandler Rogers has been named the starting quarterback for the Kings. Rogers appeared in three games this season. In Week 2 against the Orlando Storm, he completed 13 of 20 passes for 161 yards with one interception. He added one carry for 12 yards.
"We are really excited to see Chandler get an opportunity to lead our team. He is a team-first player who is ready for this challenge put before him,” said Head Coach Chris Redman.
The Kings will be on the road this week, traveling to Dallas to take on the Dallas Renegades on Sunday, April 26th at 3:00 PM ET.