Football fans celebrate the sale of the XFL, but is reality now setting in?
Although we’d like to see the XFL rush back onto the field, COVID-19 and business realities may be setting in for a longer stay.
Mark Nelson
XFL President Jeffrey Pollack: Hopefully we’ll be headed to a relaunch at the right time
Our business was working, our proof of concept was successful, and we were on our way to a phenomenal first season.
Confirmed. XFL bids are coming in
It is also confirmed that the XFL has “prospective bidders coming from both the media/entertainment and pro sports worlds.”
XFL Auction set for August 3rd
Even though the auction will be settled on the 3rd, the sale will be confirmed four days layer.
Unbelievable interest in the gutted XFL
The “robust market” has come as a surprise to the firm Houlihan Lokey, the XFL’s global investment bank that is handling the deal.
XFL Seattle Dragons running back Kenneth Farrow is optimistic
“Who knows where I land next. But, I’ll definitely be ready when that time comes.”
When faced with officiating controversy the XFL continues to strive for transparency
“I think transparency helps. I think sometimes it’s circumstance. Sometimes things just happen that are out of your control.” Blandino explained.
James Butler makes the most of his opportunity with the Houston Roughnecks
In his latest game with the Roughnecks, Butler carried the ball 7 times for 72 yards, averaging 10.3 yards per carry.
Dontez “Speedy” Byrd is flying high in Seattle
“I know when my number is called, I got to make that play. Not only is my coach depending on me to make that play, but a lot of my teammates are depending on me to make plays as well.”
XFL Week 2 attendance saw growth due to good numbers in Seattle
In week two, the league attracted 76,285 fans to its games, as opposed to 69,818 in week one. This equates to a 9.5-percent increase.
Wide Receiver Colby Pearson’s story is being told as a New York Guardian
Colby Pearson’s story is now being told as a Guardian.