# UFL Transaction Tracker: Michigan Signs Washington DE Potoa'e, Birmingham QB McGough to Inactive Roster - May 13, 2025

- Author: Mark Perry
- Published: 2025-05-14T12:57:34Z
- Updated: 2026-07-09T17:08:51Z
- Categories: UFL (ufl), Transactions (transactions)
- Canonical URL: https://uflnewshub.com/ufl/ufl-transaction-tracker-michigan-signs-washington-de-potoae-birmingham-qb-mcgough-to-inactive-roster-may-13-2025

The United Football League released its latest personnel transactions on Tuesday, featuring multiple waiver system moves, free agent signings, and roster adjustments. Michigan added defensive strength with [Benning Potoa'e](https://uflnewshub.com/player/benning-potoae-33576) while Birmingham quarterback [Alex McGough](https://uflnewshub.com/player/alex-mcgough-1831) shifted to the inactive roster. Let's break down the complete list of UFL moves from May 13.

## Waiver System Transactions

**Termination Via Waiver System:**

- Birmingham released WR Austin Watkins Jr. (#87, UAB)
- San Antonio released FS BoPete Keyes (#3, Tulane)
- St. Louis released OLB [Olakunle Fatukasi](https://uflnewshub.com/player/olakunle-fatukasi-33084) (#33, Rutgers)

## Free Agent Signings

**Michigan:**

- Signed DE Benning Potoa'e (#90, Washington) - placed on inactive roster
- Signed S R.J. Moten (#20, Florida) - placed on inactive roster

**San Antonio:**

- Signed CB Sean Fresch (#29, Rice) - placed on inactive roster

**St. Louis:**

- Signed CB Micah Abraham (Marshall) - placed on inactive roster

## Roster Adjustments

**Transfer to Inactive Roster:**

- Birmingham: QB Alex McGough (#10, Florida International) - transferred from injured reserve

**Active Roster Additions:**

- San Antonio: Added RB Jaden Shirden (## placeholder, Monmouth)

## What This Means for UFL Teams

These moves represent standard mid-season roster management as teams adjust to injuries and performance needs. Michigan's defensive additions suggest a focus on strengthening their defensive unit, while Birmingham's quarterback situation continues to evolve with McGough moving from injured reserve to inactive status.

The waiver system terminations open roster spots for these teams to potentially make additional moves in the coming days. San Antonio makes the most comprehensive adjustments with a release, signing, and active roster addition all executed on the same day.

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