Memphis Showboats quarterback Dresser Winn is the team's first player to sign with the NFL this season. It’s more of a reunion for Winn, who re-joins Sean McVay and the L.A. Rams for his third stint with the team since 2023.
Although four of Winn’s teammates including EDGE DeVere Levelston, RB Deneric Prince, SAF Keaton Ellis, and EDGE Jaylon Allen were invited to tryouts, Winn is the first to secure a role with an NFL team.
Winn’s Previous History With The Rams
A native of Dresden, TN Winn initially signed with the Rams as an undrafted free agent out of UT Martin in May, 2023. After spending time on the Rams practice squad, he was waived before the start of the season. Winn briefly spent time with the CFL Edmonton Elks before he re-joined the Ram’s practice squad in November of 2023.
Although he never made the active roster, Winn was signed to a reserve/future contract the following January. Eight months later, in August of 2024, he was waived.
Winn’s History With the Showboats
Winn joined the Memphis Showboats in March of 2025 when presumed starting quarterback Quinten Dormady was released before the start of the season. Brought on board as the third-string quarterback behind E.J. Perry and Troy Williams, Winn didn’t see any action until Week 5. The Showboats season was off to a rocky start with a 0-4 record. Interim head coach Jim Turner was hoping to jump-start the offense.
Given the starting assignment on the road against the three-time championship Birmingham Stallions, Winn’s debut performance was a memorable one. Launching a stunning 78-yard touchdown bomb to wide receiver Dee Anderson early in the game, he announced his presence to the UFL. It became the league's longest reception of the season.
Winn completed 17 of 29 attempts for 235 yards and a touchdown. He added two successful passes on 2-point conversions. Winn's standout performance was enough to earn him the UFL’s Offensive Player of the Week award but proved unsustainable with Turner opting to rotate all three quarterbacks throughout the season. Winn finished the year completing 67 of 108 attempts for 834 yards with three touchdowns and four interceptions. He added another 52 yards rushing with one touchdown.
Winn's Return To The NFL
Winn re-joins a strong NFL team as the fourth quarterback behind future Hall of Fame quarterback Matthew Stafford, NFL veteran Jimmy Garoppolo, and 2023 draft pick, Stetson Bennett. The Rams are well-positioned to make a playoff run with an impressive lineup that includes the return of healthy star receiver, Puka Nacua and the addition of six-time Pro Bowl receiver Davante Adams.
Will there be an opportunity for Winn to see his first NFL action? Coach Turner wanted to give each of his quarterbacks an NFL opportunity. He accomplished that goal with one of his three quarterbacks. Now, the rest is up to Winn to prove his value to the Rams.