UFL to NFL Update: Six UFL players earn tryouts as playoffs begin

UFL players have begun to garner interest as the league enters the first round of the playoffs this weekend. While the league has plenty of talent on the rosters of playoff teams, many players on eliminated teams have begun to workout for teams in hopes of extending their football career or kickstarting their football careers. Last year the UFL saw over 60 players earn NFL contracts, with 75 earning contracts in 2024. UFL players are eligible to sign with NFL teams once the 2026 UFL championship is complete.

Orlando Storm

The Orlando Storm are still in the playoffs, and players not eligible for workouts.

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Signing:

Dallas Renegades

None at this time.

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Houston Gamblers

The Gamblers lead the UFL in workouts so far with four players getting ready their NFL opportunities. Major Burns worked out for the Dolphins, after leading the UFL in interceptions and earning All-UFL honors. Jalen Moreno-Cropper looks to return to the NFL utilizing his skillset as a kick returner, and wide receiver. Marcus Yarns who was one of the UFL's best running backs worked out for the Denver Broncos, along with Lawerence Keys III who spent the last two years in the UFL with Houston.

Workouts: Major Burns (MIA 6/1), Jalen Moreno-Cropper (DEN 6/2), Marcus Yarns (DEN 6/2) Lawerence Keys III (DEN 6/4)

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Louisville Kings

The Louisville Kings are still in the playoffs, and players not eligible for workouts.

Workouts:

Signing: None.

Columbus Aviators

Wide Receiver Tay Martin earned two workouts with the Falcons and Lions. Both teams have signed multiple spring football players to NFL contracts over the last several years.

Workouts: Tay Martin (ATL 6/2, DET 6/4)

Signings: None

St. Louis Battlehawks

The Battlehawks are still in the playoffs, and players not eligible for workouts.

Workouts:

Signing: None.

D.C. Defenders

The Defenders are still in the playoffs, and players not eligible for workouts.

Workouts: None.

Signing: None.

Birmingham Stallions

Jaden Peevy looks to become the latest defensive lineman to transition to the NFL from spring football. Peavy earned a workout with the Falcons after recording 19 tackles in five games.

Workouts: Jayden Peevy (ATL 6/2)

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