United Football League Players to Watch in the NFL: NFL Games Taking Place August 28-29, 2026

The United Football League will be represented by 88 former players who are on NFL rosters for Friday and Saturday’s 12-game preseason schedule.

To date, 111 former UFL players and spring football alumni, including 74 players from the 2026 UFL season are under contract fighting for roster spots during the final week of the NFL preseason.

By the Numbers

• 88 former UFL players are on NFL rosters for Friday and Saturday’s 12-game preseason slate

• The breakdown includes 46 defensive, 33 offensive, and 9 special teams players

• 25 defensive backs, 17 wide receivers, 11 linebackers, 10 defensive linemen, 6 offensive linemen, 5 running backs, 4 long snappers, 3 quarterbacks, 3 kickers, 2 tight ends, and 2 punters

• 9 players are with the Detroit Lions, the most of any team

• 7 players each are with the Arizona Cardinals and Dallas Cowboys

• 6 players each are with the Denver Broncos, New Orleans Saints

• 5 players each are with the Atlanta Falcons, Chicago Bears

• 4 players each are with the Carolina Panthers, Green Bay Packers, Miami Dolphins, New York Jets, Philadelphia Eagles, and Washington Commanders

• 3 each players are with Baltimore Ravens, Houston Texans, and Tennessee Titans

• 2 players each with the Indianapolis Colts, Minnesota Vikings, New York Giants, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers

• 1 player each with the Cincinnati Bengals and Jacksonville Jaguars

UFL Alumni in 2026 NFL Preseason Week 3: August 28

Washington Commanders @ Baltimore Ravens

Washington Commanders

#93 LB Boogie Basham
DC Defenders | Wake Forest

• Played in all 10 regular-season games for the 2026 D.C. Defenders, recording 24 tackles, three sacks, two pass breakups and two forced fumbles.

• Selected by the Buffalo Bills in the second round (61st overall) of the 2021 NFL Draft and spent two seasons with Buffalo. He later played for the New York Giants and Carolina Panthers before joining the D.C. Defenders for the 2026 UFL season. He has appeared in 43 NFL games, recording 61 tackles, 4.5 sacks and one interception.

• A five-year player at Wake Forest, Basham appeared in 52 games and finished his collegiate career with 174 tackles, 35.5 tackles for loss, 20.5 sacks, four forced fumbles and three fumble recoveries. He earned first-team All-ACC honors in 2019 and third-team recognition in 2020.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Signed with the Commanders on 8/25.

#57 LB Curtis Jacobs
DC Defenders | Penn State

• Started all 10 games for the DC Defenders in 2026

• Finished third on the Defenders with 45 total tackles, including 25 solo stops, 1.0 sack, 2.0 TFL, 2 pass breakups, and a fumble recovery

• Went undrafted in the 2024 NFL Draft and spent time with the Kansas City Chiefs, New England Patriots, Tennessee Titans and New York Giants

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Logged 3 tackles on defense and also had 16 snaps on special teams in Week 1 of the preseason. Recorded two tackles and a tackle for loss on defense while also logging nine special teams snaps.

#40 S Quindell Johnson
Louisville Kings | Memphis

• Played in seven games for the 2026 Louisville Kings, recording 29 tackles and one pass breakup.

• Entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent with the Los Angeles Rams in 2023. He was claimed off waivers by the Chicago Bears and appeared in three games as a rookie. Johnson later spent time with the Rams, San Francisco 49ers and Pittsburgh Steelers before joining Louisville.

• A five-year player at Memphis, Johnson appeared in 51 games and finished his collegiate career with 284 tackles, six interceptions, 12 pass breakups and three forced fumbles.

• He earned first-team All-AAC honors in 2022 after recording 85 tackles, two interceptions and five pass breakups.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Signed with the Commanders 8/25.

#46 TE Tre’ McKitty
Louisville Kings | Georgia

• Appeared in six games for the Louisville Kings in 2026

• Finished with five receptions for 98 yards

• Recorded the game-winning overtime conversion in Week Four in Kings first victory in franchise history

• Was drafted by the Los Angeles Chargers in the third round (97th overall) of the 2021 NFL Draft, spent time with the Buffalo Bills, Cleveland Browns, and Houston Texans

• Started for Georgia during his graduate season.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Saw action on 10 offensive snaps while also contributing on two special teams snaps.

Baltimore Ravens

#54 LB Michael Barrett
St. Louis Battlehawks | Michigan

• Played in seven games for St. Louis, recording 13 tackles and one sack while starting two games. He also contributed a special teams tackle in the Battlehawks’ postseason game.

• Selected by the Carolina Panthers in the seventh round (240th overall) of the 2024 NFL Draft. He spent time with the Panthers, Seattle Seahawks, Cleveland Browns, Green Bay Packers and Las Vegas Raiders before joining the Battlehawks.

• A six-year player at Michigan, Barrett appeared in 63 games and was part of three consecutive Big Ten championship teams before helping the Wolverines win the 2023 College Football Playoff National Championship. He earned third-team All-Big Ten honors in both 2022 and 2023.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Signed with the Ravens 8/26.

#46 LS Nick Moore
Tampa Bay Vipers | Georgia

• Selected by the Tampa Bay Vipers in the 2020 XFL Draft and played in all five games during the league's abbreviated 2020 season

• Signed with Baltimore later that year and has appeared in 69 regular-season games for the club

• Earned Second Team All-Pro honors in 2022

• Played collegiately at Georgia after beginning his professional athletic career in baseball. He was drafted by the Boston Red Sox in the 30th round of the 2011 MLB Draft and spent four seasons in the organization's minor-league system

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Served as primary long-snapper during preseason Weeks one and two.

#16 QB Austin Reed
Dallas Renegades | Western Kentucky

• Finished second in the UFL with 1,923 passing yards while completing 174-of-309 passes with a league-record 21 touchdown passes and nine interceptions.

• Set a UFL single-game record with 376 passing yards in Week One

• His 174 completions and 309 attempts both ranked second in the league

• Signed as an undrafted free agent with the Chicago Bears in 2024 and also spent time with the New Orleans Saints

• Earned C-USA Offensive Player of the Year in 2022 and finished at Western Kentucky with 14,353 passing yards and 125 touchdown passes

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Scored on a 14-yard scramble for touchdown and completed both of his pass attempts for 14 yards in preseason Week 1. Completed one of two passes for seven yards while also recorded two rushes for -1 yards.

Houston Texans @ Carolina Panthers

Houston Texans

#34 DB Bryce Hall
Louisville Kings | Virginia

• Recorded 14 tackles, one tackle for loss and one interception for 83 yards and a touchdown in eight games for Louisville in 2026.

• Originally selected by the New York Jets in the fifth round of the 2020 NFL Draft and played four seasons with the team, appearing in 39 games.

• Also spent the 2024 season with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, bringing his NFL career total to 40 games, 112 tackles, 21 passes defensed and two interceptions.

• A standout at Virginia, Hall earned First-Team All-ACC honors and Second-Team All-American recognition as a junior in 2018 before an ankle injury ended his senior season early in 2019.

• Finished his Virginia career with 154 tackles, eight interceptions and 38 passes defensed in 44 games.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Recorded six tackles and one pass breakup while also contributing on special teams in Week 2 of the preseason.

#78 LB Derek Parish
DC Defenders | Houston

• Played all 10 regular-season games for the 2026 DC Defenders, recording 34 tackles, four tackles for loss, three sacks and one forced fumble. He added six tackles in the postseason.

• Was selected by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the seventh round (240th overall) of the 2023 NFL Draft. He spent part of the 2023 season with Jacksonville before joining the Toronto Argonauts of the Canadian Football League. Parish played two seasons in Toronto, appearing in 34 games and recording 53 defensive tackles and 11 sacks before joining the Defenders.

• A six-year player at Houston, Parish appeared in 47 games and recorded 140 tackles, 25 tackles for loss and 14 sacks. He earned second-team All-American Athletic Conference honors in 2021 after posting 56 tackles, 12.5 tackles for loss and 5.5 sacks.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Signed with the Texans 8/26.

#31 RB Deuce Vaughn
Orlando Storm | Kansas State

• Joined the Orlando Storm during the 2026 season but did not appear in a game. He now returns to the NFL after spending the 2025 season with the Denver Broncos.

• Originally selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the sixth round (212th overall) of the 2023 NFL Draft where he appeared in nine games over two seasons with the Cowboys, rushing for 110 yards on 40 carries while adding 10 receptions for 58 yards. He also contributed as a return specialist during his NFL career.

• A standout at Kansas State, Vaughn finished his collegiate career with 3,604 rushing yards and 1,280 receiving yards, becoming one of the most productive all-purpose players in school history. He earned consensus All-American honors in 2022.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Signed with the Texans 8/24.

Carolina Panthers

#67 Kyon Barrs
Houston Gamblers | USC

• Played in all 10 games for Houston Gamblers in 2026, recording 27 tackles, 3.0 tackles for loss, 0.5 sacks, and four pass breakups.

• Played all 10 games for the Dallas Renegades in 2025, totaling 24 tackles, 1.0 sack, 1.0 tackle for loss, and one pass breakup.

• Originally signed with the Seattle Seahawks as a free agent toward the conclusion of their 2024 training camp and also spent time with the Arizona Cardinals in 2025 before joining the UFL.

• Played in 45 collegiate games between USC and Arizona. He earned Second Team All-Pac-12 honors at Arizona in 2021 before transferring to USC for his final season.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Recorded 1 tackle in Hall of Fame Game. Saw action across 12 defensive snaps and one special teams play in Week 2 of the preseason.

#80 WR Elijah Cooks
Birmingham Stallions | San Jose State

• Joined Birmingham midway through the 2026 season but did not appear in game action.

• Signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars as an undrafted free agent in 2023 and appeared in 11 games over two seasons, recording three receptions for 38 yards. He later spent time with the Philadelphia Eagles and New Orleans Saints

• Played collegiately at Nevada and San José State, finishing his career with 184 receptions for 2,554 yards and 28 touchdowns. Earned First Team All-Mountain West honors in 2022 after recording 69 receptions for 1,076 yards and 10 touchdowns for the Spartans.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Targeted once during Hall of Fame game. Recorded 2 receptions for 11 yards in Week 1 of the preseason. Saw action on 22 offensive snaps while also contributing on special teams.

#49 LB Cam Gill
Louisville Kings | Wagner

• Named the 2026 UFL Defensive Player of the Year after setting a UFL single-season record with 10.0 sacks and leading the league with 12.0 tackles for loss.

• Added 39 tackles, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery during the regular season, then contributed nine tackles, two tackles for loss and one sack during Louisville's championship run.

• Spent four seasons in the NFL, appearing in 50 games with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Carolina Panthers, Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings. He was a member of Tampa Bay's Super Bowl LV championship team and recorded a half-sack in the victory over Kansas City.

• A two-time First Team All-NEC selection and two-time NEC Defensive Player of the Year. He finished his collegiate career as the conference's all-time leader with 34 sacks and earned STATS Perform FCS First Team All-America honors as a senior.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Had two tackles, 1.0 sack, one tackle for loss, and two quarterback pressures in Week 1 of the preseason for Carolina. Recorded 4 defensive tackles and 1 special teams tackle in Week 0 Hall of Fame game. In Week 2 of the preseason, tallied one tackle on defensive and added fumble recovery while also contributing on special teams.

#39 WR Roc Taylor
Columbus Aviators | Memphis

• Played in the first two games of Columbus' inaugural season, starting the second, and recorded two receptions for 23 yards before being released by the Aviators on April 7.

• Spent the 2025 season in training camp with the Pittsburgh Steelers, recording five receptions for 77 yards in two preseason games.

• A four-year player at Memphis, finished with 163 receptions for 2,375 yards and seven touchdowns in 44 games. Earned Second Team All-AAC honors in 2023 after recording 69 receptions for 1,083 yards and four touchdowns.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Had one catch for 13 yards in Week 1 of the preseason. Notched one reception for 16 yards and a touchdown in Week 2 of the preseason.

Atlanta Falcons @ Miami Dolphins

Atlanta Falcons
#59 DE Keshawn Banks

Orlando Storm | San Diego State

• Played in 10 games for the Orlando Storm in 2026 and recorded 24 total tackles, including 14 solo stops, while ranking second in the UFL with 11.0 tackles for loss and adding 5.0 sacks. Also recorded two pass breakups and one forced fumble and one fumble recovery

• Signed with the Green Bay Packers as an undrafted free agent in 2023 and made his NFL debut in the NFC Divisional Round

• Later spent time with the New England Patriots and Arizona Cardinals

• Finished sixth in San Diego State school history with 42 career tackles for loss.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Recorded a tackle and quarterback hit in Week 1 of preseason, also active on 13 special teams plays. Logged one quarterback pressure on 24 defensive snaps and added one assisted tackle on 10 special teams snaps in Week 2 of the preseason.

#19 WR Chris Blair

DC Defenders | Alcorn State

• Started nine of ten games for the Defenders in 2023, hauling in 26 catches for 594 yards and three touchdowns

• Signed with Atlanta in 2023 and has been active in eight career NFL games with one reception for 17 yards

• Previously spent time on Green Bay practice squad in 2021

• Ranked sixth in the nation with 21.2 yards per reception for Alcorn State in 2019

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Caught two passes for 37 yards in Week 1 of preseason, including a 21-yarder which was the longest offensive play of the game for Atlanta. Recorded two receptions for 37 yards while also contributing on special teams

#94 DT LaCale London

St. Louis Battlehawks | Western Illinois

• Signed with Atlanta after playing for the St. Louis Battlehawks in 2023, where he had a pair of fumble recoveries with 33 tackles, 5.0 TFL, and 3.0 sacks in 10 games

• Broke out with 30 tackles and 5.0 sacks in 13 games for Atlanta last season

• Spent majority of the 2023-24 on the Falcons practice squad but was activated for seven games

• Appeared in one game with the Chicago Bears in 2021 after signing as undrafted free agent

• Earned 2018 Missouri Valley Football Conference All-Newcomer team and Second-team All-MVCF in 2019 at Western Illinois

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Did not play in Week 1 or 2 of the preseason.

#91 DE Devonnsha Maxwell

DC Defenders | Chattanooga

• Played in 10 games for the DC Defenders in 2026 and recorded 23 total tackles, including 14 solo stops. Finished second on team with 4.0 sacks and third with 7.0 TFL. Also added a safety.

• Signed as an undrafted free agent with the Cincinnati Bengals in 2023

• Holds both the school and Southern Conference records for career sacks (37.5) and was a three-time All-American

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Had two tackles and a quarterback hit in Week 1 of the preseason; also active on 3 special teams plays. Tallied two tackles across 24 defensive snaps in Week 2 of the preseason.

#82 WR Antwane Wells Jr.

Columbus Aviators | Ole Miss

• Played in nine games for the Columbus Aviators in 2026, recording 25 receptions for 237 yards and two touchdowns

• Averaged 12.8 yards per punt return on 16 returns for 205 yards

• Originally signed with the New York Giants after going undrafted in the 2025 NFL Draft

• Earned First-Team All-SEC honors in 2022 after recording 928 receiving yards and six touchdowns at South Carolina

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Was on the field for 13 plays in Week 1 of preseason. Recorded one reception for 36 yards in Week 2 of the preseason.

Miami Dolphins

#36 LS Tucker Addington
Houston Gamblers | Sam Houston

• Played in 10 games with the Houston Gamblers in 2022 after being selected in the sixth round of the 2022 USFL Supplemental Draft

• Most recently played in three NFL regular-season games with Miami in 2024 and now rejoins the team for his second stint

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Served as primary long-snapper during preseason Weeks 1 and 2.

#46 T Gottlieb Ayedze
Houston Gamblers | Maryland

• Started all 10 games for the Houston Gamblers in 2026 and helped the offense average 128.0 rushing yards per game

• Signed as an undrafted free agent with Philadelphia in 2024 and Las Vegas in 2025

• A former Division II standout at Frostburg State, Ayedze spent his fifth and final season of collegiate eligibility at Maryland in 2023.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Played 32 snaps during preseason Week 1. Saw action on six offensive snaps and one special teams snap in Week 2 of the preseason.

#43 DB Major Burns
Houston Gamblers | LSU

• Earned All-UFL honors in 2026 after leading the league with four interceptions and eight additional pass breakups in nine games for the Houston Gamblers. Finished second on the team with 48 tackles to go with 5.0 TFL.

• Signed as undrafted free agent with the Chicago Bears in 2025

• Started 33 of 45 games during his four collegiate seasons at LSU.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Had four tackles, plus a special teams tackle in Week 1 of the preseason. Saw action on 34 defensive snaps and 13 special teams snaps during Week 2 of the preseason.

#30 Jahiem Thomas
Louisville Kings | Wisconsin

• Started all 10 regular-season games for the 2026 Louisville Kings, leading the team with 65 tackles, which also ranked fourth in the UFL. He also recorded 1.0 tackle for loss, two pass breakups, and 0.5 sacks.

• Continued to make an impact in the postseason, leading all players with 15 tackles, including 10 solo, to go along with three pass breakups in two postseason games.

• Began his collegiate career at Arkansas, where he recorded 90 tackles and 3.5 sacks in 2023, before transferring to Wisconsin for his final season. He started 10 of 11 games for the Badgers in 2024, finishing with 53 tackles, two tackles for loss and one sack.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Signed with Miami 8/24.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ Jacksonville Jaguars

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

#71 LS Scott Daly

New York Guardians | Notre Dame

• Selected by the New York Guardians with their first pick in the fifth phase of the 2020 XFL Draft, Daly played in all five games of the pandemic-shortened season and recorded four tackles

• Has appeared in 68 NFL games, including 34 starts for the Detroit Lions from 2021-23 and 34 games with the Chicago Bears from 2024-25

• Handled all long-snapping duties in 39 games for Notre Dame from 2013-15. Was perfect on 126 snapping opportunities as a senior in 2015, including 52 extra points, 17 field goals and 57 punts

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Served as primary long-snapper during preseason Week 1 and 2.

#37 DB Roman Parodie

Houston Gamblers | Ohio

• Played in six games for Houston in 2026, recording 11 tackles, two pass breakups, and one fumble recovery

• Originally signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as an undrafted free agent in 2025 and appeared in two preseason games, recording six tackles and an interception returned 39 yards for a touchdown

• Played in 51 games at Ohio from 2020-24, the most games played in program history, and finished his career with 124 tackles, 28 passes defensed, four fumble recoveries, three interceptions and one sack

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Had a pair of tackles and pass defensed in Week 1 of preseason. Recorded one interception, which he returned for 15 yards, while also adding two tackles and one pass breakup in Week 2 of the preseason.

Jacksonville Jaguars

#66 T Ricky Lee
Dallas Renegades | North Carolina A&T

• Started all 10 games for Renegades in 2025

• Signed as an undrafted free agent with the Carolina Panthers in 2023, appearing in six games

• Also spent time on practice squads with Minnesota Vikings, Cleveland Browns, and New York Giants

• Earned Second Team All-Big South honors in 2022

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Played 57 snaps across the offensive line during preseason Week 1 for the Jaguars. Started Week 2 of the preseason at left guard where he appeared in 55 offensive plays while also contributing on special teams.

New York Giants @ New York Jets

New York Giants

#28 DB Elijah Campbell
DC Defenders | Northern Iowa

• Started all four games he played for the DC during the 2020 XFL season with seven tackles

• Has played in 68 NFL regular-season games, including 2020 with the New York Jets and 2021-25 with the Miami Dolphins.

• Has totaled 45 defensive tackles, two passes defensed, 21 special teams tackles, one special teams forced fumble and one special teams fumble recovery

• Was a two-time All-Missouri Valley Football Conference selection at Northern Iowa

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Logged 19 defensive snaps and 13 special teams snaps in Week 1 of the preseason. Saw action on 10 defensive plays while also recording one special teams tackle in Week 2 of the preseason.

#36 DB DJ James
Orlando Storm | Auburn

• Played in 4 games for the Orlando Storm in 2026

• Had his signature moment when he recorded a pick-six off of former UFL quarterback Austin Reed in his debut in Week 7

• Was selected by the Seattle Seahawks in sixth round of the 2024 NFL Draft and additionally spent time with the New England Patriots

• Transferred from Oregon to Auburn and was named second-team All-SEC in 2022

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Was waived/injured and after clearing waivers was reverted to the injured reserve list.

New York Jets

#88 WR Cam Camper
Orlando Storm | Boise State

• Played in seven games for the Orlando Storm in 2026, recording 23 receptions for 340 yards and three touchdowns, including a 74-yarder, the second-longest touchdown in the UFL for 2026

• Also added seven special teams tackles for the Storm

• Spent time with the Jacksonville Jaguars after going undrafted in the 2025 NFL Draft

• Spent two seasons at Trinity Valley Community College, earning First-Team All-SWJCFC honors in 2020 and 2021

• Transferred to Indiana for two seasons before spending his fifth and final collegiate season at Boise State

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Led the Jets in receiving in Week 1 of the preseason with 2 catches for 37 yards. Saw action on 12 offensive snaps while also contributing on special teams, where he recorded one tackle in Week 2 of the preseason.

#50 G Liam Fornadel
DC Defenders | James Madison

• Played three seasons for DC, including All-XFL honors in 2023

• Anchored an offensive line that allowed fewest sacks in the league during DC’s 2024 championship season

• Spent time with the New England Patriots in 2024 before signing with New York in 2025

• Started 40 games for James Madison

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Played 28 snaps at Guard during preseason Week 1 for the Jets. Saw action on 22 offensive snaps at guard during Week 2 of the preseason.

#96 DT Jack Heflin
Houston Roughnecks | Iowa

• Named to the 2023 All-XFL Team after recording 25 tackles, three tackles for loss and one sack with the Houston Roughnecks.

• Originally signed with Green Bay as an undrafted free agent in 2021 and made the Packers' initial 53-man roster, appearing in four games as a rookie.

• Also spent time with the New York Giants, New Orleans Saints and Los Angeles Rams, appearing in one game with each team.

• Has played in seven NFL games, recording three tackles.

• Began his college career at Northern Illinois, three-year starter and earned first-team All-MAC honors from PFF and second-team All-MAC honors from league coaches in 2019.

• Transferred to Iowa for his graduate season and started all eight games in 2020.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Recorded three tackles and 1.0 TFL in Week 1 of preseason. Notched a pair of tackles in Week 2 of the preseason.

#60 G Kohl Levao
San Antonio Brahmas | Hawaii

• Named to the 2024 All-UFL Team after starting all 10 games at left guard for San Antonio

• Also played in eight of 10 games for the Brahmas in 2023

• Signed with the New York Jets in June 2024 following his All-UFL season and has spent the past two seasons on the practice squad with multiple elevations to the active roster

• Earned All-Mountain West honorable mention honors while starting 28 of 31 games at Hawaii

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Played 21 snaps across the offensive line during preseason Week 1 for the Jets. Contributed as a reserve, appearing on 26 offensive snaps along the offensive line in Week 2 of the preseason.

New Orleans Saints @ Dallas Cowboys

New Orleans Saints

#81 WR Kevin Austin Jr.
Birmingham Stallions | Notre Dame

• Gathered 15 receptions for 253 yards and two touchdowns for Birmingham in 2024

• Joined New Orleans in 2024 and has appeared in 16 games with 24 catches for 291 yards and one touchdown

• Originally signed as an undrafted free agent with Jacksonville Jaguars in 2022 and spent season on practice squad

• Led the Notre Dame with 888 receiving yards in 2021 and tied for the team lead with seven touchdowns

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Caught three passes for 24 yards during preseason Week 1, and logged 1 reception for 10 yards in Week 2

#46 K Tanner Brown

Louisville Kings | Oklahoma State

• Named the 2026 UFL Special Teams Player of the Year after setting a UFL single-season record with 25 field goals made

• Converted 25-of-28 attempts (89.3%) and led the league with 95 points

• Connected on a 60-yard field goal during the regular season, then went 4-for-4 on field goals in the playoffs, becoming the first kicker in professional football history to make two field goals of 60 yards or longer in a single game, converting kicks from 60 and 63 yards in the semi-finals

• Entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent following the 2023 NFL Draft and spent time with the Los Angeles Rams and Atlanta Falcons

• At Oklahoma State, converted 39-of-44 field-goal attempts (88.6%)

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Connected on 49 and 29-yard field goals during preseason Week 1, but missed his only attempt in Week 2

#13 QB Hunter Dekkers
Houston Gamblers | Iowa Western

• Started five games for Houston Gamblers in 2026, completing 69-of-112 passes (61.6%) for 749 yards and three touchdowns, while adding 74 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns on 13 carries

• Signed with New Orleans Saints as an undrafted free agent in 2025 and spent most of that season on the practice squad

• Played three seasons at Iowa State before transferring to Iowa Western

• Threw for a school-record 3,806 yards and 32 touchdowns in 2024, leading the Reivers to a No. 2 final national ranking in the NJCAA

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Completed 8-of-15 passes for 69 yards in the Saints' preseason opener, including two completions to former UFL teammate Jalen Moreno-Cropper, did not appear in Week 2

#85 WR Jalen Moreno-Cropper
Houston Gamblers | Fresno State

• Played in seven games for Houston in 2026, catching 22 passes for 291 yards

• Returned five kickoffs for 213 yards (42.6-yard average), including a 93-yard touchdown

• Signed with the Dallas Cowboys as an undrafted free agent following the 2023 NFL Draft, spent his rookie season on the practice squad and appeared in four games over the 2024-25 seasons

• Played in 42 games at Fresno State and finished fifth in school history with 220 career receptions

• Earned First Team All-Mountain West honors as a senior in 2022

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Caught three passes for 49 yards, including two from former Gamblers teammate Hunter Dekkers, in Week 1 of preseason, hauled in both of his targets for 34 yards which finished second on the team in Week 2

#59 DE Garrett Nelson
San Antonio Brahmas | Nebraska

• Played two seasons for the San Antonio Brahmas, appearing in 17 games and recording 24 tackles, 3.0 tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks and two forced fumbles

• Entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent with the Miami Dolphins in 2023 and has also spent time with the Cincinnati Bengals, Denver Broncos and Seattle Seahawks

• Played three seasons at Nebraska, finishing his collegiate career with 177 tackles, 25.5 tackles for loss and 17 sacks. He earned Second Team All-Big Ten honors and team captain in 2022

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Started at defensive end during preseason Week 1, recording four tackles, 1.0 sacks, 1.0 tackle for loss, and a quarterback hit. He also picked up an additional tackle on special teams, recorded 1 tackle in Week 2 and played 38 defensive snaps and 10 special teams snaps

#38 DB Jayden Price
Dallas Renegades | North Dakota State

• Played 10 games for the Renegades in 2025, recording 29 tackles, 12 pass breakups, two tackles for loss, 0.5 sacks, one forced fumble and two fumble recoveries

• His 12 pass breakups tied for the league lead

• Also served as the Renegades' primary punt returner, averaging 9.7 yards on 20 returns

• Signed as an undrafted free agent with the Atlanta Falcons in 2024 and was released in final cuts

• Played 71 career games at North Dakota State, finishing with 107 tackles, 17 pass breakups, three interceptions, and five punt-return touchdowns

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Jumped a route for an interception and returned it 11 yards for the Saints in preseason Week 1. He also added a pass breakup and a 24-yard kickoff return. Recorded 1 tackle in Week 2 and played 54 defensive snaps and 9 special teams snaps

Dallas Cowboys

#17 Brandon Aubrey
Birmingham Stallions | Notre Dame

• Played two seasons with Birmingham, helping the Stallions win back-to-back championships

• In 2022, he connected on 18-of-22 field goals and 22-of-24 extra points, earning All-USFL honors. He followed with a 16-of-17 field-goal performance and a perfect 35-of-35 on extra points in 2023.

• Signed with the Cowboys in 2023 and earned First Team All-Pro and Pro Bowl honors, followed by another Pro Bowl selection in 2024. In 2025, he made 36-of-42 field goals, including a 64-yarder

• Began his professional career in soccer, playing for Toronto FC of Major League Soccer before transitioning to football in Birmingham. He played collegiately at Notre Dame, where he was a four-year starter as a midfielder.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Connected on a 29-yard field goal and converted an extra point attempt in Week 1 of preseason. Logged a perfect 2-2 on field goals in Week 2, with a long of 50 yards. Contributed 10 points (4-4 on extra points)

#31 DB Josh Butler
Michigan Panthers | Michigan State

• Started all 11 games for Michigan in 2023, including the postseason, and recorded 35 tackles and four passes defensed

• Returned to football with Michigan after two years away from the game

• Signed by the Cowboys in 2024, played in five games and had 20 tackles and 1.0 sacks

• Played five seasons at Michigan State, finishing his collegiate career with 52 tackles and 11 pass breakups in 25 games

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Collected a pair of tackles in each week of the preseason thus far

#36 RB Jashaun Corbin
Orlando Storm | Florida State

• In 10 regular-season games for Orlando in 2026, rushed for 438 yards and three touchdowns on 131 carries while adding 21 receptions for 118 yards and one touchdown

• Also contributed 322 kickoff-return yards, finishing with 878 all-purpose yards

• Previously played for the San Antonio Brahmas in 2025, rushing for a league-leading 514 yards and four touchdowns

• Originally signed with the New York Giants as an undrafted free agent in 2023 and appeared in 13 games over two seasons. Also spent time with the Carolina Panthers before joining the UFL.

• Played four seasons at Florida State, finishing his collegiate career with 1,318 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns while adding 54 receptions for 350 yards.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Participated in two special teams plays during preseason Week 1, but did not appear in Week 2

#68 OL Chris Glaser
Columbus Aviators | Virginia

• Appeared in nine games for Columbus in 2026, making eight starts at guard while showing his versatility across the offensive line at tackle

• Also lined up in motion as a tight end and recorded a 21-yard reception

• A key piece of the Aviators offensive front, Glaser helped pave the way for one of the UFL’s top rushing attacks in 2026 as Columbus finished tops in the league in Time of Possession (329:04) and first downs (186), second in the league in rushing yards per game (130.8 yards), and tied for second in rushing touchdowns (13) during the regular season.

• A graduate of Virginia, originally signed with the Kansas City Chiefs as an undrafted free agent in 2022 and made NFL debut with the New York Jets in 2023. Also spent time with the Dallas Cowboys and Chicago Bears practice squads during his professional career.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Played 21 snaps at guard during preseason Week 1, and played another 10 in Week 2 with 6 additional special teams snaps

#84 WR Denzel Mims
Dallas Renegades | Baylor

• Played five games for the Dallas Renegades in 2026, recording six receptions for 55 yards. He previously played for the St. Louis Battlehawks in 2025 with five catches for 51 yards.

• Selected by the New York Jets in the second round (59th overall) of the 2020 NFL Draft

• Has also spent time with the Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh Steelers and has appeared in 30 NFL games, recording 42 receptions for 676 yards.

• A First Team All-Big 12 selection in 2019, he finished his Baylor career with 186 receptions for 2,925 yards and 28 touchdowns, ranking sixth in school history in receiving yards and third in receiving touchdowns.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Had one offensive snap in preseason Week 1, and recorded 1 reception in Week 2 and played 17 offensive snaps

#39 DB Ameer Speed

Houston Gamblers | Georgia, Michigan State

• Played 5 games for the Houston Gamblers in 2026

• Logged 16 total tackles, 11 solo stops, and 2 passes defended

• Drafted in the 6th round of the 2023 NFL Draft by the New England Patriots, also spent time with the Indianapolis Colts, Chicago Bears, Cleveland Browns, and Houston Texans

• Won 2021 National Championship with Georgia

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Recorded 2 solo tackles in Week 1 and added another tackle in Week 2

#9 KaVontae Turpin
New Jersey Generals | TCU

• Named the 2022 USFL MVP after leading the league with 540 receiving yards on 44 receptions while adding four receiving touchdowns.

• Also led the league with 316 yards after the catch and scored the USFL's only punt-return touchdown

• Signed with Dallas following his MVP season and earned Pro Bowl honors as a return specialist

• Earned a second Pro Bowl selection in 2024

• Played four seasons at TCU

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Has not appeared in the preseason

Cincinnati Bengals @ Philadelphia Eagles

Cincinnati Bengals

#11 QB Josh Johnson
Los Angeles Wildcats | San Diego

• Has played for 17 different professional football teams during his career, including 14 NFL teams and the Sacramento Mountain Lions (UFL, 2012), San Diego Fleet (AAF, 2019), and Los Angeles Wildcats (XFL, 2020)

• Started four of five games for the Los Angeles Wildcats in the 2020 XFL season, completing 81-of-135 passes for 1,092 yards with 11 touchdowns and two interceptions.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Completed 10-of-19 passes for 84 yards in preseason Week 1. Also carried the ball twice for an additional six yards. Tossed 156 yards and 2 touchdowns in Week 2 with a 113.7 quarterback rating

Philadelphia Eagles

#49 DB Isaiah Bolden

Louisville Kings | Jackson State

• Appeared in 1 game for the Louisville Kings in 2026

• Drafted in the 7th round by the New England Patriots in the 2023 NFL Draft, later spent time with the San Francisco 49ers

• Led both FBS and FCS in kickoff return average (36.9) in 2021

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Logged 1 tackle and 1 pass defended in Week 2 of the preseason

#49 WR Erik Ezukanma
DC Defenders | Texas Tech

• Played in all 10 games for the DC Defenders in 2024, recording 28 receptions for 399 yards and four touchdowns

• A fourth-round selection (No. 125 overall) by the Miami Dolphins in the 2022 NFL Draft, he appeared in four games for Miami as a rookie and later spent time with the Los Angeles Chargers before joining DC

• Finished at Texas Tech with 138 receptions for 2,710 yards and 15 touchdowns in 44 games. He earned Second Team All-Big 12 honors in 2021

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Caught a 6-yard touchdown pass, accounting for Philadelphia's only score of the game in preseason Week 1. Reeled in all 3 targets for 30 yards in Week 2

#39 DB Jaylen Mahoney
Orlando Storm | Vanderbilt

• Played in 6 games for the Orlando Storm in 2026, recorded 26 tackles, including 17 solo stops, 1.0 tackle for loss, and 2 passes defended

• Went undrafted in the 2024 NFL Draft, spent time with the San Francisco 49ers and New York Jets

• Played in 3 NFL games in 2024 for the 49ers and recorded 3 tackles

• Enjoyed a 5 year career at Vanderbilt and notched 247 tackles, 17 tackles for loss, 4 sacks, 18 passes defended, 4 interceptions, and 4 fumble recoveries

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Signed with the Eagles 8/24.

#30 DB Shaun Wade
Dallas Renegades | Ohio State

• Played in eight games for Dallas Renegades in 2026, recording a team-leading three interceptions and nine pass breakups. Also added 24 tackles and one forced fumble.

• A fifth-round selection (No. 160 overall) by the Baltimore Ravens in the 2021 NFL Draft, Wade spent time with the Baltimore Ravens, New England Patriots, and Pittsburgh Steelers before joining the Renegades

• Played five seasons at Ohio State, appearing in 46 games with 28 starts and earning First Team All-Big Ten honors in 2020

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Forced a fumble and had four tackles in preseason Week 1. Led the Eagles with 10 tackles in Week 2, including 6 solo stops, and another forced fumble

Arizona Cardinals @ Green Bay Packers

Arizona Cardinals

#48 LB Eugene Asante
Houston Gamblers | Auburn

• Played in nine games for Houston Gamblers in 2026, recording 34 tackles, 4.0 tackles for loss, two pass breakups, and two forced fumbles

• Originally signed with the Miami Dolphins as an undrafted free agent out of Auburn in 2025 and also spent time with the Cleveland Browns and Atlanta Falcons

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Saw action on defense and special teams in Week 1 of preseason, and shined on defense in Week 2 with 5 tackles (T-2 on team)

#49 K Jack Browning
Orlando Storm | San Diego State

• Appeared in all 10 regular-season games for the Orlando Storm in 2026, punting 28 times for 1,362 yards and averaging 48.6 yards per punt, with a long of 68 yards. He recorded two touchbacks and placed 11 punts inside the opponent's 20-yard line. Browning also punted once in the postseason for 46 yards.

• Signed with the Buffalo Bills as an undrafted free agent in 2024 and also spent time with the Baltimore Ravens before joining the Tampa Bay Buccaneers practice squad. He was elevated to Tampa Bay's active roster late in the 2024 season and made his NFL debut against the Las Vegas Raiders, handling the team's punting duties

• Began at Grossmont College before transferring to San Diego State, where he handled punting, placekicking and kickoff duties. Finished his Aztecs career ranked first in school history with a 45.8-yard punting average and made 35 of 47 field-goal attempts.

• Named Mountain West Special Teams Player of the Year and First-Team All-Mountain West in 2022 before earning Second-Team All-Mountain West honors in 2023.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Signed with Arizona 8/25.

#48 TE Shawn Bowman

Orlando Storm | Rutgers

• Played in all 10 regular-season games for Orlando Storm in 2026, made seven receptions for 53 yards

• He entered the NFL in 2024 as an undrafted free agent with the Jacksonville Jaguars

• Also spent time with the Maine Black Bears before transferring to Rutgers

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Was active for 11 snaps in Week 1 of preseason, logged 2 receptions for 23 yards in week 2

#37 S Hudson Clark

Birmingham Stallions | Texas Tech

• Played in 9 games for the Dallas Renegades in 2026, logged 8 receptions for 73 yards

• Undrafted in the 2024 NFL Draft, spent time with the Kansas City Chiefs and Baltimore Ravens

• Transferred from Texas A&M to Texas Tech

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Signed with Arizona 8/24.

#38 DB Josh Minkins

Orlando Storm | Texas Tech

• Played seven games for Orlando, recording 39 tackles, three pass breakups, and one fumble recovery

• Originally signed with the New England Patriots as an undrafted free agent in 2025 and spent the offseason and training camp with the club

• A five-year college player at Louisville and Cincinnati, Minkins appeared in 51 games and finished his career with 144 tackles, four interceptions, seven passes defended, one forced fumble, and one fumble recovery. He spent his first four seasons at Louisville before transferring to Cincinnati for his final season, where he recorded 45 tackles and two interceptions in 11 games

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Signed with Arizona 8/25.

#30 DB Quinton Newsome

Houston Gamblers | Nebraska

• Started all 10 regular-season games for Houston Gamblers in 2026, finishing third on the team with 43 tackles

• Added 2.0 tackles for loss, 0.5 sacks, four pass breakups, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery

• Spent time with the Denver Broncos after signing as an undrafted free agent in 2024

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Had six plays on defense in each preseason game, and has logged 3 special teams snaps

#26 RB Tre Stewart

Orlando Storm | Jacksonville State

• Played in 5 games for the Orlando Storm in 2026 and rushed for 108 yards

• Went undrafted in the 2025 NFL Draft, spent time with the Minnesota Vikings

• First Team All-Conference USA in senior season

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Exploded for 40 yards on just 2 carries in Week 2 of the preseason

Green Bay Packers

#35 S Trey Dean III

St. Louis Battlehawks | Florida

• Appeared in five regular-season games for the St. Louis Battlehawks in 2026, recording 15 tackles, 1.0 sack and one forced fumble, and added four tackles in the playoffs. He also played one game for the Louisville Kings earlier in the season, recording three tackles

• Originally entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent with the New York Jets in 2023 before joining the Kansas City Chiefs in 2024, where he was part of the club's Super Bowl LVIII championship team. He also spent time with the Cleveland Browns

• A five-year starter at Florida, finished his collegiate career with 259 tackles and was named Defensive MVP of the 2023 East-West Shrine Bowl

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Recorded three tackles for the Packers in Week 1 of the preseason, did not record any tackles in Week 2

#48 S Tra Fluellen

Dallas Renegades | Middle Tennessee

• Played in all 10 games for the Dallas Renegades in 2026, recording 40 tackles, 1.0 tackle for loss, 1.0 sack, one interception and two passes defensed

• Originally entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent with the New Orleans Saints in 2024 and spent time on the club's practice squad

• Began his collegiate career at Houston Christian, earning HERO Sports Freshman All-America honors and finishing as a finalist for the Jerry Rice Award after recording 101 tackles, two interceptions, six pass breakups, three fumble recoveries and a forced fumble in 2019

• Transferred to Middle Tennessee, where he finished his college career with 323 tackles and was named a permanent team captain as a senior

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Played 15 snaps on defense but has not recorded a statistic in 2 preseason weeks

#89 WR Kaden Prather
Louisville Kings | Maryland

• Prather played in nine games for Louisville in 2026, recording nine receptions for 148 yards.

• He was selected by the Buffalo Bills in the seventh round of the 2025 NFL Draft and was waived with an injury designation before appearing in a regular-season game.

• Prather also played collegiately at West Virginia and Maryland, finishing his college career with 162 receptions for 1,966 yards and 12 touchdowns.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Played wide receiver and on special teams but has not recorded a stat during the preseason thus far

#19 P Daniel Whelan
DC Defenders | UC Davis

• Whelan was an All-XFL selection with the DC Defenders in 2023 after averaging 45.6 yards on 29 punts, including 11 inside the 20-yard line.

• He joined the Green Bay Packers in 2023 and has been their primary punter since winning the job during training camp.

• Whelan ranked first among qualified NFL punters with a 90.4 PFF grade in 2025, averaging 43.9 net yards per punt.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Booted six punts for 274 yards (45.7 avg) in Week 1 of the preseason, and punted twice in Week 2 for 95 yards (47.5 avg) and a long of 51 yards

Minnesota Vikings @ Denver Broncos

Minnesota Vikings

#54 LB Kenny Dyson

Houston Gamblers | Bryant

• Played all 10 games with the Houston Gamblers in 2026

• Logged 27 total tackles, 18 solo stops, 7 tackles for loss, and 4.5 sacks

• Went undrafted in the 2024 NFL Draft, but signed as an undrafted free agent with the Carolina Panthers

• Made NFL debut against the Kansas City Chiefs later that season

• Two-time All-Big South honoree

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Recorded one tackle, one sack for nine yards, one tackle for loss, and two quarterback pressures while also contributing on special teams in Week 2 of the preseason.

#61 DT Jalen Redmond
Dallas Renegades | Oklahoma

• Appeared in four games for the Arlington Renegades in 2024, recording 18 tackles, 5.0 tackles for loss and 4.5 sacks

• Started 15 and played in all 17 games for Minnesota in 2025 with 62 tackles, 6.0 sacks, 12.0 tackles for loss, one forced fumble, two fumble recoveries, and five passes defensed

• Originally signed with the Carolina Panthers as an undrafted free agent in 2023

• Has now appeared in 30 regular-season NFL games, including 17 starts

• Played four seasons at Oklahoma, appearing in 36 games with 71 tackles, 31.5 tackles for loss and 14 sacks

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Logged six snaps in preseason Week 1. Did not play in Week 2.

Denver Broncos

#XX DL Israel Antwine
Houston Gamblers | Oklahoma State

• Played in all 10 regular-season games for Houston, starting one and recording 16 tackles.

• Signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars as an undrafted free agent following the 2022 NFL Draft

• He later spent time with the Montreal Alouettes of the Canadian Football League and the Massachusetts Pirates of the Indoor Football League before joining the Houston Roughnecks in 2025. Antwine helped Montreal capture the 2023 Grey Cup championship

• Began his collegiate career at Colorado, where he started 11 of 12 games as a true freshman in 2018, before transferring to Oklahoma State. He played three seasons for the Cowboys, appearing in 34 games and totaling 65 tackles, 13 tackles for loss and six sacks

• Was named honorable mention All-Big 12 by the conference's coaches in 2019 and earned second-team Academic All-Big 12 honors in 2021

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Signed with Denver 8/26.

#83 WR Michael Bandy
Houston Roughnecks | San Diego

• Played in two games with the Roughnecks in 2023, catching five passes for 35 yards

• Spent 2021-22 with the Los Angeles Chargers, activated from their practice squad for 11 games

• Active in five games with Denver since 2023 while also spending time on their practice squad

• Two-time First-team FCS All-American at San Diego in 2018-19

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Has not appeared in the preseason

#48 LS Mitchell Fraboni
Pittsburgh Maulers | Arizona State

• Played in all 10 games with the Maulers in 2022, earning opportunity with Denver Broncos

• Has started every game for Denver the last three seasons

• Has recorded 20 tackles and one forced fumble in 55 career NFL games

• Originally signed as an undrafted free agent by the Houston Texans

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Served as primary long-snapper in both preseason weeks thus far

#37 DB Sean Fresch
St. Louis Battlehawks | Rice

• Earned 2026 All-UFL honors after leading the league with 333 punt return yards, to go with 85 yards on three kickoff returns

• Played in 10 games for the St. Louis Battlehawks in 2026, recording 33 tackles, including 25 solo stops, 2.0 sacks, 3.0 TFL, and four pass breakups

• Signed as undrafted free agent for the Kansas City Chiefs 2025 rookie minicamp

• Earned First-Team All-AAC honors at Rice in 2024 after recording 52 tackles

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Had one tackle and a deflected pass in Week 1 of the preseason, and recorded another tackle and 12 special teams snaps in Week 2

#53 DE Ron Stone Jr.
Columbus Aviators | Washington State

• Led Columbus Aviators and tied for fifth in the UFL with 5.5 sacks. He also recorded 32 tackles and five tackles for loss

• Originally signed with the Las Vegas Raiders as an undrafted free agent following the 2024 NFL Draft and spent the offseason and training camp with the club. He later joined the Michigan Panthers for the 2025 UFL season before moving to Columbus in 2026

• A five-year player at Washington State, Stone appeared in 53 games and finished his collegiate career with 172 tackles, 40 tackles for loss, 23 sacks, four forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries. He earned first-team All-Pac-12 honors in 2022 after recording 57 tackles, 12 tackles for loss and 11 sacks

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Signed with Denver 8/25.

#92 LB Dondrea Tillman
Birmingham Stallions | IU of Pennsylvania

• Racked up 92 tackles, including 8.5 sacks, as a key defensive piece for the Birmingham Stallions during their three successive league championships from 2022-2024

• Played in 17 games for the Broncos in 2025 with 41 tackles, 4.0 sacks, three passes defensed, and two interceptions

• Appeared in 12 games as a rookie with Denver in 2024, recording 23 tackles and 5 sacks

• Was a three-time All-PSAC West selection at Indiana University of Pennsylvania

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Had three tackles for the Broncos in Week 1 of the preseason, and recorded another 4 in Week 2

UFL Alumni in 2026 NFL Preseason Week 3: August 29

Detroit Lions @ Indianapolis Colts

Detroit Lions

#39 K Jake Bates
Michigan Panthers | Arkansas

• Played in 10 games with the Michigan Panthers in 2024, converting 17-of-22 field goal attempts (77.3%), including a 64-yard game-winner in Week One, which remains the longest field goal in United Football League history

• Connected on 27-of-34 field goal attempts last season for Detroit Lions, with a long of 59 yards, and converted 54-of-56 point-after attempts

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Finished 2-of-2 on field goal attempts in Week 1, including a 52-yard conversion. In Week 2 of the preseason, converted a 37-yard field goal, missed a 55-yarder wide right and added two extra points.

#12 WR Tarik Black
Louisville Kings | Texas

• One of Louisville's top big-play threats in 2026, recording seven receptions of at least 20 yards

• Finished third on the Kings in both receptions (27) and receiving yards (388) adding three touchdowns in nine regular-season games

• Added four receptions for 71 yards during Louisville's postseason run to the United Bowl championship

• Undrafted in 2021, Black has spent time with the Indianapolis Colts, New York Jets, Baltimore Ravens, Pittsburgh Steelers and Miami Dolphins

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Registered a 24-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter on his only reception in Week 1 of the preseason. Saw action on 24 offensive snaps while also contributing on six special teams snaps in Week 2 of the preseason.

#43 DB Ekow Boye-Doe
DC Defenders | Kansas State

• Played in 9 games for the DC Defenders in 2026

• Logged 7 tackles, all 7 were solo tackles, and 4 passes defended

• Signed with the Kansas City Chiefs as undrafted free agent in 2023

• Was promoted to Chiefs active roster midway through the season and won Super Bowl LVIII

• Also spent time with the New York Giants and Arizona Cardinals

• Finished career at Kansas State with 74 tackles and 13 passes defended.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Did not play in Week 2 of the preseason.

#40 DB Ryan “Bump” Cooper
Birmingham Stallions | Oregon State

• Played in nine games for Birmingham in 2026, recording 25 tackles, 1.0 tackle for loss, four pass breakups and an interception

• Began his professional career in 2024 as an undrafted free agent with the Baltimore Ravens, spending most of his rookie season on the practice squad before being elevated for Baltimore's Week 8 game against Cleveland, making his NFL debut

• Later spent time with the Seattle Seahawks, Miami Dolphins, and New York Jets before joining the Stallions

• Played collegiately at Oregon State after beginning his career at the College of San Mateo. Earned All-Pac-12 honorable mention honors in 2022 and 2023 and finished his Oregon State career with 82 tackles, five interceptions and 18 pass breakups in 23 games

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Logged 24 defensive snaps and 4 special teams snaps in Week 1 of the preseason. Recorded two special teams snaps in Week 2 of the preseason.

#11 WR Lucky Jackson
Louisville Kings | Western Kentucky

• Led the United Bowl Champion Kings with 32 receptions for 392 yards and two touchdowns during the 2026 regular season

• Also served as Louisville's primary punt returner, averaging 11.9 yards on nine returns.

• 2019 First Team All-Conference USA selection at Western Kentucky, also named the MVP of the 2019 First Responder Bowl after catching a school-record 17 passes

• Earned All-XFL honors with the DC Defenders in 2023 and later spent multiple seasons with the Minnesota Vikings

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Logged 20 offensive snaps and 7 special teams snaps in Week 1 of the preseason. Recorded two receptions for 15 yards while also contributing on special teams in Week 2.

#17 WR Tay Martin
Columbus Aviators | Oklahoma State

• Led Columbus in 2026 with 42 receptions for 483 yards and two touchdowns, ranking third in the UFL in receptions and seventh in receiving yards

• He also recorded four tackles on special teams

• Previously spent time on the practice squads of the San Francisco 49ers, Tennessee Titans, and Washington Commanders

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Recorded 1 reception for 14 yards in Week 1 of the preseason. Started the Week 2 preseason game, recording one reception for 11 yards while also contributing on special teams.

#25 RB Jacob Saylors
St. Louis Battlehawks | East Tennessee State

• Back-to-back All-UFL performer in 2024-25, Saylors is the St. Louis Battlehawks all-time leader in rushing with 996 yards and in touchdowns with 13

• Joined the Lions in 2025, ranking ninth in the NFL with 897 kick return yards

• His 27.2-yard average was third among players with at least 30 returns

• Originally signed with the Cincinnati Bengals as an undrafted free agent following the 2023 NFL Draft and has also spent time with the Atlanta Falcons and Cleveland Browns

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Led the Lions in both rushing (55) and receiving (28) yards in Week 1 of the preseason. Started the Week 2 preseason game, recording six rushing attempts for 32 yards.

#34 DB Jason Taylor II
Orlando Storm | Oklahoma State

• Played in five regular-season games for the Orlando Storm in 2026, recording 18 tackles and one forced fumble. He also appeared in one postseason game, totaling seven tackles, and 1.0 tackle for loss.

• Selected by the Los Angeles Rams in the seventh round (234th overall) of the 2023 NFL Draft and appeared in eight games as a rookie, recording five tackles. He later spent time with the Arizona Cardinals and Kansas City Chiefs before joining Orlando.

• A four-year starter at Oklahoma State, Taylor appeared in 51 games and finished his career with 99 tackles and six interceptions in 2022. He earned Walter Camp Second-Team All-America honors and was named First-Team All-Big 12 by the coaches and Associated Press that season.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Signed with Detroit 8/24.

#38 DB Nick Whiteside II
St. Louis Battlehawks | Saginaw Valley State

• Played in all 10 games for the St. Louis Battlehawks in 2025, starting the final four games and recording 24 tackles and one fumble recovery

• Active in nine games for Detroit in 2025

• Recorded three pass breakups and two tackles in a Monday Night Football appearance against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week Seven

• Originally signed as an undrafted free agent with the Washington Commanders in 2023, spending time on the practice squad before making his NFL debut in Week 17

• First-team DII All-American in 2022 at Saginaw Valley State, Whiteside recorded 131 tackles with 12 interceptions in 43 career games.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Logged 1 tackle on 33 defensive snaps while earning a strong 75.4 overall defensive grade via PFF in Week 1 of the preseason. Tied for the team high with four tackles while appearing on 29 defensive snaps and contributing on seven special teams snaps.

Indianapolis Colts

#2 WR D.J. Montgomery
Michigan Panthers | Auburn

• Joined the Michigan Panthers of the USFL in 2023 after previously spending time with the Cleveland Browns, New York Jets, Indianapolis Colts, and Houston Texans organizations.

• Used stint in USFL to earn another NFL opportunity in 2023, appearing in seven games with the Colts recording six receptions for 92 yards and a touchdown

• Appeared in 10 NFL games over his career

• Spent 2025 on Injured Reserve and rejoined Colts for 2026

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Listed on IR, but recorded one reception for 13 yards and also added one special teams tackle in Week 1 of preseason. Tallied one reception for eight yards on 20 offensive snaps while also contributing on special teams in Week 2 of the preseason.

#69 T Trey Wedig
DC Defenders | Wisconsin

• Appeared in five regular-season games for DC in 2026 before earning his first start in Week 10. He then started both postseason games, including the United Bowl, helping the Defenders' offense rush for 398 yards and allow just two sacks across the playoffs.

• Originally signed with the Los Angeles Rams as an undrafted free agent in 2025 and also spent time with the Arizona Cardinals before joining DC.

• Played final collegiate season at Indiana, starting all 13 games at right tackle in 2024.

• Played four seasons at Wisconsin, appearing in 34 games with 10 starts before transferring to IU.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Saw action on special teams, contributing on three plays in Week 2 of the preseason.

Chicago Bears @ Tennessee Titans

Chicago Bears

#13 WR Maurice Alexander
Philadelphia Stars | FIU

• Earned All-USFL honors in 2022 after leading Philadelphia with 787 kickoff-return and 164 punt-return yards

• Originally entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent with the Detroit Lions in 2022

• Spent parts of three seasons with Detroit before joining the Chicago Bears, where he has spent time on the practice squad and active roster.

• Alexander has appeared in eight NFL games, including one with Chicago in 2025, and has one career reception for seven yards. He also has six kickoff returns for 146 yards and four punt returns for 42 yards.

• At Florida International, Alexander began his career as a quarterback before transitioning to wide receiver. He earned First Team All-Conference USA honors as a punt returner in 2018, when he recorded 40 receptions for 474 yards and five touchdowns while leading the conference with 219 punt-return yards.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Recorded 3 receptions on 6 targets for 42 yards, including a 25 yard touchdown reception. Added two punt returns for 8 yards and two kickoff returns for 52 yards. Led the Bears in receiving with 60 yards on 5 receptions, while playing 3 special team snaps in Week 2

#27 WR Kaden Davis
Houston Gamblers | Northwest Missouri State

• Joined Houston during Week 6 of the 2026 season, played five games as an all-purpose player

• Ranked second on the Gamblers with 275 kickoff-return yards on 10 returns, including a long of 32 yards, while adding four special teams tackles and four receptions for 32 yards

• Entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent with the Denver Broncos in 2022 before making his NFL debut with the Cleveland Browns in 2024

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Led the Bears in receiving Week 1 of preseason with four receptions for 88 yards, including a long of 41 yards. Also returned a punt for 23 yards. Did not record a reception, but played 11 special teams snaps in Week 2

#43 LB Tony Fields II
Columbus Aviators | West Virginia

• Started all 10 games for Columbus earning All-UFL honors after leading the team and ranking second in the league with 78 tackles (40 solo) to go with 5.0 TFL, and 1.0 sack

• Earned NOBULL Defensive Player of the Week following a 13-tackle performance in Week 5

• Selected by the Cleveland Browns in the fifth round (153rd overall) of the 2021 NFL Draft and spent three seasons with the organization. He also spent time on the Los Angeles Rams' practice squad in 2024 before joining Columbus.

• Played three seasons at Arizona before transferring to West Virginia for his final collegiate season, earning All-Big 12 recognition in 2020

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Has not appeared in the preseason

#30 LB Antonio Grier
Louisville Kings | Arkansas

• Played in seven regular-season games for Louisville, recording 22 tackles, one interception and three pass breakups. His interception covered 47 yards. Grier also recorded seven tackles in the postseason

• Signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as an undrafted free agent following the 2024 NFL Draft. He spent two seasons with Tampa Bay, appearing in seven games and recording one tackle, while also spending time on the Buccaneers' practice squad

• Began at South Florida, where he earned second-team All-American Athletic Conference honors in 2020 and 2021. He transferred to Arkansas for his final season and recorded 36 tackles and an interception in 2023. Across his collegiate career, Grier recorded 214 tackles, 19 tackles for loss, six sacks, eight forced fumbles, seven fumble recoveries and three interceptions

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Signed with Chicago 8/25.

#37 DB Deantre Prince
Louisville Kings | Ole Miss

• Played in 6 games for the Louisville Kings in 2026

• Logged 13 total tackles, 11 solo stops, 1 interception, and 5 passes defended

• Drafted in the 5th round of the 2024 NFL Draft by the Jacksonville Jaguars

• Finished career at Ole Miss with 146 tackles, 27 passes defended, and six interceptions

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Logged a tackle and a pass defended on 22 defensive snaps and 12 special teams snaps in Week 2

Tennessee Titans

#35 DB Mario Goodrich
Birmingham Stallions | Clemson

• Started all 10 games for Birmingham Stallions in 2026, recording 13 tackles, five pass breakups, and an interception he returned 40 yards

• Also played six games for Birmingham in 2025, recording 16 tackles, five pass breakups and three forced fumbles.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Had one tackle on defense and also saw action on special teams in Week 1 of preseason. Did not record any statistic in Week 2, but played in 11 defensive snaps and 4 snaps

#45 LB Dyontae Johnson
Birmingham Stallions | Toledo

• Played in nine games for the 2026 Birmingham Stallions, recording 35 tackles, 1.0 tackle for loss, two pass breakups and one interception.

• Originally signed with the New York Giants as an undrafted free agent following the 2023 NFL Draft and spent the season on the Giants' practice squad before appearing in two games for New York in 2024. He returned to the Giants in 2025 before joining Birmingham for the 2026 UFL season.

• A three-year player at Toledo, Johnson finished his collegiate career with 293 tackles, 15.5 tackles for loss, 4.5 sacks, three interceptions and three forced fumbles. He earned second-team All-MAC honors in 2022 after leading Toledo with 140 tackles.

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Signed with Tennessee 8/25.

#13 DB Corey Mayfield Jr.
Louisville Kings | UT-San Antonio

• A 2026 All-UFL honoree after recording 27 tackles, six pass breakups, four interceptions, one forced fumble, and one fumble recovery. He added 11 tackles, including 1.0 tackles for loss, two pass breakups, and a forced fumble

• Spent his first two seasons in the UFL with the San Antonio Brahmas, playing in 20 games and collecting 42 tackles over 2024-25

• A five-year player at UTSA, appeared in 63 games and finished his collegiate career with seven interceptions and five sacks. He earned honorable mention All-Conference USA honors in 2020 and 2021 before being named First-Team All-Conference USA in 2022 after recording 63 tackles, six tackles for loss, three sacks and three interceptions

• 2026 NFL Preseason - Did not record any statistics in Week 2, but played in 11 defensive snaps and 3 special teams snaps.