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Michael Lathrop
Welcome football fans! Buckle up for another hard-hitting episode of "Player 54 Podcast", a show dedicated to the XFL. From a sunny southwest Florida Studio, here is your host Michael Lathrop.
This week, Michael sits down with CJME/CKOM reporter and The Green Zone "The Blitz" cohost Britton Gray to discuss the Canadian Football League's announcement of "Bold" rule changes and more!
This week, in a Player 54 Podcast & Pro Football Newsroom EXCLUSIVE Interview with Texas Syndicate CEO Quincy Workman, we discuss the Syndicate joining the Continental Football League and more!
This week, in a Player 54 Podcast & Pro Football Newsroom EXCLUSIVE Interview with quarterback Justin Arth, we catch up on his career, discuss his IFA Showcase experience and more!
This week, in a Player 54 Podcast & Pro Football Newsroom EXCLUSIVE Interview with Ohio Valley Ironmen head coach & general manager Manny Matsakis, we discuss his team's decision to join the Continental Football League and more!
This week, in a Player 54 Podcast & Pro Football Newsroom EXCLUSIVE Interview with Continental Football League commissioner Mike Kelly. Discussing the reintroduction of the COFL, how it plans to fit into the football ecosystem and more!
This week Michael provides an update on alternative football news and joined by guest:
Former Tucson Sugar Skulls (IFL) Defensive Back and Alabama Beavers (IFA) camp invitee discusses his football journey and more!
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This week Michael provides an update on alternative football news and joined by guest:
International Football Alliance director of operations Jason Adams discusses league developments and more!
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This week Michael provides an update on alternative football (AF1, IFA, NAL, PAIA) news and joined by guest: Indoor Football League's Vegas Knight Hawks head coach and general manager Mike Davis discusses the league, team and more!
Michael also goes over upcoming alternative and opportunity football events.
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This week Michael provides an update on alternative football news (AF1, IFA, PAIA, TAL, UFL) and joined by guest:
The Arena League's Hot Springs Wise Guys general manager Chris Goodman discusses the league, launching the team and more!
Michael also goes over upcoming alternative and opportunity football events.
You can support the show and its partners by using the code: PLAYER54 at any of the following websites:
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This week Michael provides an update on alternative football news (AF1, IFA, NAL, PAIA, UFL) and joined by guest:
Wilkes-Barre Football head coach Shawn Liotta discusses team developments and more!
You can support the show and its partners by using the code: PLAYER54 at any of the following websites:
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This week Michael provides an update on alternative football (AF1, IFA, UFL) news and joined by guest:
Professional Arena Independent Association commissioner Terence Fowler Sr discusses the league, its membership and more!
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This week Michael provides an update on alternative football news and joined by guest:
IFA's San Antonio Caballeros assistant general manager and offensive coordinator Stan Bedwell discusses team developments and more!
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This week Michael provides an update on alternative football news and joined by guest: IFA's Ohio Valley Ironmen general manager and head coach Manny Matsakis to discuss team developments and more!
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This week Michael ends a 6-month hiatus. He shares the show's new direction. Quarterback Ivory Durham IV returns to the show to discuss his career and his International Football Alliance/Alabama Beavers experience.
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This week Mike provides an update on UFL developments, as well as a week one review and previews week two match ups.
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This week Michael provides an update on United Football League developments and previews the week one matchups. Retired offensive lineman Jordan Ighofose joins the show to discuss his football journey, time with the Orlando Guardians, decision to retire and more.
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This week Michael provides and update on United Football League developments.
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This week Michael provides an update on United Football League developments.
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This week Michael provides an update on United Football League developments.
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This week Michael provides an update on United Football League developments. No guest this week.
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This week Michael provides an update on UFL developments. Show episode with no guest.
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This week Michael provides an update on United Football League developments and joined by guest:
The Garage founder and host XFL Jim discusses the recent UFL Dispersal Process and more!
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This week Michael provides an update of United Football League developments.
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This week Michael provides an update on United Football League developments and joined by guest:
The EndZone founder and host Sean Fredella discusses recent United Football League announcements and more!
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments. Due to the holidays, there is no guest.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest:
Arlington Renegades wide receiver Juwan Manigo discusses his football journey and joining the defending champions.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest:
Former Dallas Renegades and St. Louis Battlehawks linebacker Tre Watson Sr discusses his XFL experience and more!
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest:
The XFL Insider Podcast's host Matthew Tyler joins the show to discuss this week's USFL-XFL merger news and more.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments. Due to the holiday, there is not a guest.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest:
Defensive Back Robbie Williamson discusses his football journey and XFL Showcase experience.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments. Due to illness, there is not a guest.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest:
Defensive Back David Haney joins the show to discuss his football journey and XFL Showcase experience.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest:
Former DC Defenders tight end Bernard McCall discusses his football journey and XFL Showcase experience.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest:
Quarterback Kory Curtis joins the show to discuss his football journey and XFL Showcase experience.
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This week Michael is provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest:
Offensive Lineman Hunter Kelly joins the show to discuss his football journey and XFL Combine experience.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest:
Quarterback Ivory Durham IV joins the show to discuss his football journey, Showcase and Combine experience.
Orlando Showcase Interviews: Orlando Guardians head coach Terrell Buckley, former Houston Roughnecks defensive back David Tolentino and former Houston Roughnecks defensive lineman Nick James.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest:
Wide Receiver C.J. Windham Jr. discusses his football journey and the San Antonio Brahmas acquiring his rights.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL Developments and joined by guests:
The USFL Podcast cohost Zach Keilman discusses the advanced USFL-XFL merger talks.
Tight End/Long Snapper Myles Wright discusses his football journey and XFL Showcase experience.
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This week Michael provides and update on XFL developments and joined by guest:
Offensive Lineman Jarvis Courtney Sr. discusses his football journey and XFL Showcase experience.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest:
Defensive Back Anthony Cioffi discusses his football journey and the Vegas Vipers acquiring his rights.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guests:
XFL News Hub writer and Analyze & Educate host Patrick Rifino discusses the XFL quarterbacks that have signed National Football League contracts and what it potentially means for the XFL 2024 season,
Contributor Mark Halbach returns to review the XFL 2023 players who have found a home on National Football League rosters, discuss the documentary iXFL: 3 Days at the XFL Combine and more!
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guests:
- Defensive Back Kordell Jackson discusses his football journey and being assigned to the Orlando Guardians.
- Gateway City Sports contributor Will Freeman discusses the increasing number of XFL 2023 players signing with National Football League teams and more!
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guests:
- Tight End Tyler Roberts discusses his football journey and the Arlington Renegades acquiring his rights.
- Pro Football Newsroom journalist James Larsen returns to discuss XFL minicamps, workouts and more!
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest:
Contributor Brian Roth returns to discuss the NFL considering adopting the XFL kickoff rule.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest:
XFL News Hub journalist & Hula Bowl Scout Evan Willsmore discusses the IFL-XFL Combine and more!
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guests:
Vald business development officer Steven Borden discusses their relationship with the XFL.
XFL Board writer Greg Parks returns to discuss the XFL Combine and more.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest:
Run The Sims founder Justin Freeman discusses the XFL and how its 2023 season performed from a fantasy and sports betting standpoint.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guests:
Front Office Sports staff writer Andrew Cohen joins the show to discuss Disney CEO's willingness of selling an equity stake in ESPN and it could impact its other networks, which broadcast XFL games.
Football podcaster Jerzey Tha King discusses his interest in the XFL and shows.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest:
Orlando Sentinel journalist Matt Murschel discusses the efforts and likelihood of Camping World Stadium renovations and its potential impact on the Orlando Guardians.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest:
Football historian and podcaster Greg James returns to discuss the XFL's awareness in Japan and more.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guest:
Pro Football Newsroom journalist James Larsen discusses financial reporting pertaining to the XFL.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments, and joined by guest:
Claro Sports football analyst Oscar Cleriga discusses the XFL and its awareness in Mexico.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by guests:
- The Franchise Tag's Gareth Smith to discuss the XFL's awareness in the United Kingdom.
- CJME News and CKOM News reporter Britton Gray to discuss the Colin Kelly situation and the XFL's awareness in Canada.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments, also XFL Board's Greg Parks returns to discuss his article on XFL broadcast ratings and more.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and joined by contributor Mark Halbach to discuss the XFL Championship Game; XFL News Hub journalist Anthony Miller returns to discuss the Arlington Renegades Championship run.
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This week Michael provides an update of XFL developments and joined by guests:
NeuroSync Chairman, CEO and President Gary Gregory discusses their partnership with the XFL.
Contributor Mark Halbach returns to preview the Championship game, discuss Offensive Player of the Year and All-XFL Teams.
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This week Michael provides an update on the latest XFL developments and is joined by contributor Mark Halbach to discuss the Regional Championship Reviews and league award winners.
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This week Michael provides update of XFL developments and is joined by three guests:
Orlando Guardians punter Mac Brown discusses his XFL experience.
Contributor Mark Halbach returns to review Week 10 game and preview the Divisional Championship matchups.
ESPN analyst Tom Luginbill returns to discuss the XFL 2023 regular season and more.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL Developments and contributor Mark Halbach returns to review Week 9 games and preview Week 10 matchups.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and contributor Mark Halbach returns to discuss Week 8 review and preview the upcoming matchups.
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This week Michael provides update of XFL developments:
- Brahmas claim Paxton Lynch
- Renegades sign Kelly Bryant
- XFL Championship Tickets On Sale
- XFL Semifinals
Contributor Mark Halbach returns to discuss Week 7 Games and preview Week 8 Matchups.
XFL News Hub's Anthony Miller joins to discuss the Arlington Renegades.
XFL Newsroom's James Laren returns to discuss the Playoff Landscape.
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This week Michael provides an update of XFL developments:
- Renegades Release QB Kyle Sloter
- Renegades & Vipers Trade
XFL Fan Zone's David Taylor joins the show to discuss the state of the league.
Contributor Mark Halbach returns to discuss Week Six games and preview Week Seven matchups.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments and contributor Mark Halbach returns to review week five games and preview the week six matchups.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments. Contributor Mark Halbach returns to review the week four games and preview week five matchups.
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This week Michael provides an update of XFL developments and week 3 game results:
- Week 3 Results
- XFL Trades
- Orlando Guardians Sign Quinton Flowers
Contributor Mark Halbach returns to discuss Week Three and Preview Week Four.
XFL Board and XFL Xtra Podcast founder/host Mark Nelson joins the show to discuss the Orlando Guardians and Quinten Dormady situation.
Football guru and XFL Info Wars Podcast host Greg James joins the show to discuss the XFL, his analysis and viewpoint.
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This week Michael provides an update of XFL developments and scores.
Contributor Mark Halbach returns to share his insight on week two's games and preview week three matchups.
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This week Michael provides an update of XFL developments:
- Player 54: Chasing the XFL Dream
- Progressive Insurance Partnership
- XFL Today
- Genius Sports
- Westgate Resorts Partnership
- SiriusXM
Contributor Mark Halbach returns to review Week One games and preview Week Two games.
Carolina Panthers tight end Colin Thompson joins to discuss his time in the XFL and its impact on his career.
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This week Michael provides updates on XFL developments:
- SportsMEDIA Technology as Official Scoring & Stats Provider
- 51 Player Roster Limit
- Finalized Rosters
Three guests:
CBS Sports Analyst and Football Gameplan Founder/Owner Emory Hunt joins to discuss the XFL.
Longtime Collegiate Football Coach Mark Halbach joins to discuss XFL teams and becoming a Player 54 Podcast contributor.
The Washington Post sportswriter and author Jake Russell joins to discuss the DC Defenders and their lead up to the 2023 season.
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This week Michael provides updates on XFL developments:
- XFL Trades
- XFL Quarterback Signings
Interviews with guests:
NBC KSLV 3 main sports anchor Bryan Salmond joins to discuss the XFL and Vegas Vipers lead up to the 2023 season.
Spectrum News 13 sports anchor/reporter Josh Miller joins to discuss the XFL and Orlando Guardians lead up to the 2023 season.
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This week Michael provides updates on XFL developments:
- XFL Trades
- Virtual Tables Partnership
- Orlando Press Conference
Also joined by ESPN Analyst and Los Angeles Xtreme quarterback coach Tom Luginbill to discuss his return to cover the XFL in 2023 and his unique ties to each of the league's iterations.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments, as well as joined by two guests.
Developments:
- Catapult Sports Partnership
- QBX: Building an XFL Quarterback
- Upcoming Press Conference in Orlando
- Sport1 acquires broadcasting rights package
- New Training Camp Roster Limit
Guests:
- Ryzer Mindset's Dr. Robert Troutwine
- Renegades Roundup cohost Zach Arnold
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments, as well as joined by two guests.
Developments:
- Reported XFL Championship location
- ESPN announce XFL commentator teams
- XFL teams sharing venues & joint practices
- Weekly Free Agent Tryouts
- XFL announce partnership with Ryzer Mindset
Edge Michae Badejo joins the show to discuss his football journey, going undrafted and his upcoming Orlando Guardians workout.
CBS affiliate KEN 5 sports anchor Nate Ryan joins the show to discuss the San Antonio Brahmas leadup to February's kickoff.
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This week Michael provides updates on XFL developments:
- Cashman Field named Vegas Vipers venue
- XFL release 2023 schedule
- XFL & GSTQ announce fashion collaboration
- XFL announces additional player assignments
Three guests join the show:
- XFL Board writer Greg Parks returns to discuss the 2023 schedule and broadcasting assignments (5:05).
- Vegas Vipers linebacker Cecil Cherry joins to discuss his football journey, NFL Alumni Academy and XFL Draft (54:57).
- The X Fan Show cohost Arlington Lane joins to discuss the Houston Roughnecks leadup to 2023 (1:24:14).
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This week Michael provides updates of XFL developments:
- Tory Woodbury joins St. Louis Battlehawks staff
- XFL Announces Bill McCullough as Chief Content Officer
- Quarterback Bryan Scott assigned to Vegas Vipers
- Supplemental Draft Conducted
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This week Michael provides updates of XFL developments:
- Erica Muhleman's Hall of Fame Luncheon
Vegas Vipers draftee and former New York Guardians linebacker Jawuan Johnson joins the show to discuss his football journey and XFL Draft experience.
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This week Michael provides updates of XFL developments:
- Additional Quarterback Assignments
- Brian Williams named St. Louis Battlehawks Vice President of Business & Events Operations
- XFL announces ZOA Energy partnership
Three guests make an appearance:
- XFL Vice President of Officiating & Rule Innovations, Dean Blandino joins to discuss Key Rule Changes and Rule Book for 2023.
- Orlando Guardians draftee and Offensive Lineman Shawn Pages joins to discuss his football journey and XFL Draft experience.
- "The Mayor of XFL Nation" Van Hurst joins to discuss the Seattle Sea Dragons efforts and market impact in the lead up to 2023's kickoff.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments:
- XFL - NFL Alumni Academy Partnership issues
- Under Armour official uniform supplier
- XFL unveils Home & Away uniforms
- XFL announces Key Rule Changes
Tight End and Orlando Guardians draftee Tommy Auger joins the show to discuss his football journey and XFL Draft experience.
The X Fan Show cohost Jason Spurgeon joins the show to discuss the St. Louis BattleHawks efforts and market impact in the lead up to 2023's kickoff.
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This week Michael provides an update of XFL developments:
- Name Wendy Bass Chief Business & Legal Officer
- Name Brooke Campbell Senior Vice President of Team Services
- Promote Erica Muhleman to Chief Revenue Officer
Running Back Brycen Alleyne discusses his football journey and XFL Draft experience.
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This week Michael provides an update of XFL developments:
- Panthers release D'Eriq King
Wide Receiver Aaron Nelson returns to the show to discuss his XFL Draft experience.
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This week Michael provides updates of XFL Developments:
- Quarterback Allocation/Selections
- XFL Draft
- Las Vegas Review-Journal's article
Shady Sports Network founder Sam Just joins to discuss the XFL Draft and more.
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This week Michael is joined by wide receiver Justin Clarkston to discuss his football journey and XFL Draft Invitation.
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This week Michael provides updates of XFL developments:
- Unveiling of team names & logos
- ESPN's reporting of QB assignments & Draft Location
- Alan Snel's report on Vipers stadium situation
Quarterback Bobby Froehlich joins to discuss his football journey and XFL Washington DC Workout (3:52).
XFL Board's Greg Parks joins to discuss the new XFL team names & logos, ESPN's reporting and more (40:42).
LV Sports Biz's Alan Snel joins to discuss the Las Vegas Vipers stadium situation and the league's marketing in the LV metro area (1:35:35).
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This week Michael provides updates of XFL developments:
- Quarterbacks being evaluated at Jordan Palmer minicamp
- 2 more Town Halls
- XFL Team Names & Logos Announcement Scheduled
Running Back Shane Simpson joins the show to discuss his journey and XFL Draft Invitation.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments:
- IFL Partnership
- Rescheduled Town Halls
- Las Vegas to host Draft
- Showcases
Quarterback Justin Arth joins the show to discuss his journey, XFL Showcase experience and XFL Workouts experience. (9:23)
Broadcaster, host and writer Rod Pedersen joins the show to discuss Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s meeting with MLSE Chairman Larry Tanenbaum and more. (1:01:10)
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This week Michael provides XFL updates:
- Jordan Palmer training 9 Quaterbacks
- Mike Mitchell's Tentative QB assignments
- InsideTheLeague's Draft Information Update
- XFL at NFL's International Combine
- Lia Musgrave joins XFL Arlington Social Media Team
- Patrick Rifino's Quarterback update
- Cole McDonald confirms Rifino's reporting
Wide Receiver Isaiah Huston joins to discuss his journey, 2020 XFL Draft Inclusion, XFL Arizona Showcase Invitation and more.
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This week Michael provides XFL updates:
- Rod Woodson's appearance on the Pat McAfee Show
- Team Names Leaked
DB Darean Freeman joins the show to discuss his football journey, XFL Las Vegas Workout and XFL Draft Invitation.
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This week Michael provides XFL updates:
- Coaching Staff Finalized
- XFL announces Jason Gonella as SR VP of Ticket Sales
FB/TE Andre Sims joins to discuss his football journey and XFL Florida Showcase experience.
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This week Michael provides XFL updates:
- Under the Lights Flag Football Partnership
- Kurt Benkert's talks XFL
- Joey Porter joins XFL San Antonio staff
Defensive Lineman Sha'haun Williams joins the show to discuss his journey and XFL Draft Invitation.
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This week Michael provides XFL updates:
- Brian Westbrook hired as Director of Player Engagement
- Quarterback Kurt Benkert's Tik Tok Video
- American National Combine Showcase
Running Back Jawon Hamilton joins to discuss his journey and XFL Draft Invitation.
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This week Michael gives an update on XFL developments:
- CJ Cavazos vacates XFL post
- XFL Community & Media Unification
Wide Receiver Aaron Nelson joins the show to discuss his football journey and XFL Draft Invitation.
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This week Michael provides XFL updates:
- Jordan Palmer hired as Director of Quarterback Development
- Renew Navigate Partnership
Former DC Defenders Wide Receiver Rashad Ross joins to discuss his journey, time in the XFL and desire to return to the league in 2023.
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This week Michael provides XFL updates:
- Sean Hayes hired as Director of Player Performance
- Brian Stull rejoins XFL St. Louis
- TOGETHXR dismisses lawsuit
- XFL Draft Pool situation
- XFL Statement regarding Draft Pool situation
Running Back Shannon Warren joins to discuss his football journey and XFL Showcase experience.
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This week Michael provides XFL updates:
- Jeff Altstadter's hiring
- Ticketmaster Partnership
- XFL launches The Huddle
- Anthony Becht's appearance on XFL STL Talk Show
DE/LB Khalil Patterson joins to discuss his football journey & XFL Showcase experience.
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This week Michael updates XFL developments:
- Another lawsuit against the XFL
- The Athletic's article
- Chris Miller joins XFL San Antonio team staff
XFL Board writer Greg Parks joins to discuss XFL cities, coaching assignments and venues.
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Wide Receiver Jake Bofshever joins to discuss his football journey, XFL Showcase experience & XFL Draft Invitation.
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This week Michael updates XFL developments:
- Lisa Feigenbaum's departure
- Jordan Schlachter's departure
- Showcases 5 & 6 in the books
- Town Hall Meeting/Announcement: Cities, Venues & Coaching Assignments
- Hybrid Hub Announcement
Offensive Lineman Mike Brown joins to discuss his journey & showcase experience.
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This week Michael updates XFL developments:
- ESPN's Kevin Seifert's article
- Joe Siegler's XFL Town Hall Invitation
- XFL HBCU Showcase
- Cris Dishman joining XFL coaching ranks
Wide receiver & Robert Morris alum Dorian Bowie joins to discuss his journey & showcase experience.
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This week Michael is blessed with an intriguing guest, linebacker/defensive end Garrett Pemelton joins the show to discuss his unique football journey, life threatening injury, XFL Hawaii Showcase experience and meeting Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson.
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This week Michael addresses XFL Orlando Director of Player Personnel Larry Lee's cities leak.
BreakAway Data Co-founder & President Steve Gera joins the show to discuss his organization, it's XFL partnership & XFL Showcases involvement.
Wide Receiver Prince Shonola joins the show to discuss his professional football journey, XFL Showcase experience & XFL Draft Invitation.
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This week Michael provides updates of XFL developments: Director of Team Operations hires, former Seattle Dragons quarterback BJ Daniels USF administration appointment, XFL sending out Draft Invitations, Hawaii Showcase and Omaha Beef wide receiver Tyler Jones joins to discuss his professional football journey and showcase experience.
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This week Michael provides an update on XFL developments: Washington DC & Florida Showcases, BreakAway Data partnership, Q & A with key XFL staff members and Jake Sutherland joins to discuss his time in the league.
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This week Michael provides an update of XFL developments: United Football Players Association is certified, partnership with Connect Partnership Group, hiring of Lisa Feigenbaum, XFL Shop leak, key front office and coaching staff hires, hiring of Troy Brown and legal experts Dan Lust and Tony Iliakostas join to discuss TOGETHXR Company's lawsuit against the XFL.
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This week Michael provides an update of XFL developments: NFT Collection launch, Aaron Wilson's reporting, Randy Ambroise comments on the failed CFL/XFL merger, TOGETHXR's lawsuit, HBCU Showcase invitations, Jose Jefferson joining the XFL and Honolulu Star Advertiser's June Jones confirmation.
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This week Michael provides an update of XFL developments: Karraker's leak of cities/teams announcement, Novak Kicking & Consulting partnership, Pittsburgh Steelers pass on Doug Whaley and Seth Lessans joins the show to discuss the XFL/Disney agreement and the rumors surrounding it.
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This week Michael addresses the Disney Broadcasting Partnership, KSDK St. Louis Report, FOX 26 Houston Report, Trademarks, Cardale Jones release, Randy Karraker’s social media post and XFL Newsroom contributor James Larsen joins to discuss the XFL’s new Disney agreement.
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This week Michael provided an update of XFL developments: HBCU Pigskin Showdown confirms coach Barrlow and San Antonio, Doug Whaley's second Pittsburgh Steelers interview, Hawaii Polynesian Showcase, Inside the League and FBXchange partnerships, United Football Players Association, Kerry Gordon joins XFL, Dany Garcia's pre-two-week announcement.
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This week Michael provides an update of XFL developments: Anthony Becht's WDAE's appearances, new XFL ball design, college football program visitations, Erica Muhleman's appointment, Player Showcases, Du'vonta Lampkins passing, Dany Garcia's Orlando social media post and Cardale Jones heading to the CFL.
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This week Michael addresses new XFL developments: June Jones social media leak, scouts attending American National Combines, The Rock's Vegas hype, Nick Truesdell's release and Dontez Byrd joins to discuss his time with the Seattle Dragons and more.
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This week Michael provides an update of XFL developments: former Los Angeles Wildcats Linebacker Jerimiah Spicer's automobile accident, ESPN's Kevin Seifert report, head coaches & executive meeting, new league headquarters, eco-friendly merchandise and Dean Blandino interview.
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This week Michael provides a rundown of XFL developments: Gerry Cardinale talks XFL at Bloomberg Wealth Summit, NFL Alumni Academy Partnership, Dean Blandino rejoins executive team, Head Coaches Announcement, FOX 2-St. Louis report and the passing of Brian Wallace.
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This week Michael provides a rundown of XFL developments: Dany Garcia & Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's teasers, XFL's social media & website Blackout, scouting update, the BIG announcement, Terrell Buckley hiring, legal trouble, NFT's, Showcases and is joined by Mike Mitchell to discuss his recent article on potential cities and coaches.
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This week Michael provides an update on College Pro Day scouting, addresses another teased announcement from Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and notable XFL alumni USFL movement.
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This week Michael addresses new XFL trademark developments, College Pro Day scouting and former DC Defenders QB Cardale Jones involvement at Ohio State's Pro Day.
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This week Michael discusses league trademark extensions, Doug Whaley attending the Sports Analytics Conference, XFL staff hirings, Reggie Barlow's hiring, College Pro Days scouting, Josh Johnson's new contract and the potential departure of Doug Whaley,
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This week Michael welcomes back Brian Roth, they discuss which defensive players they would like to see invited to the Players Combine in June.
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This week Michael shares the second half of his interview with Bert Tierce. The conversation is just two XFL fans discussing the XFL.
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This week Michael addresses the XFL & NFL partnership, losing XFL alums in the USFL draft, Doug Whaley appearance on Beyond the Helmet and announces a new show partner.
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This week Michael addresses the growing frustration within the XFL fan base towards ownership. We revisit Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's CNBC TechCheck and ESPN Manning Cast appearances. Brian Roth joins to discuss this outrage.
This week Michael addresses Ed Hartman's Outkick 360 interview, Texans appointing Pep Hamilton as OC and Bert Tierce joins to discuss the Brian Flores lawsuit against the NFL and its potential impact on the XFL.
This week Michael discusses Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's social media post tease, 365 Sports Radio's Daryl "Moose" Johnston's XFL remarks, Washington Football Team new Nickname, Bruno Reagan's interview with The USFL Podcast and Doug Whaley's TMZ Sports interview.
This week Michael discusses LA Wildcats trademark renewal, June Jones remains available, former St. Louis Battlehawks lineman Bruno Reagan's interest in playing football and more.
This week Michael addresses The Rock's appearance on the Manning Cast, AJ "Top Dolla" Francis thoughts on joining the XFL, June Jones future, Dexter McCoil's retirement and Brian Roth joins to discuss potential player invites to the XFL Players Combine in June.
This week Michael addresses NFL and USFL coaching announcements, PJ Walker re-signing with the Carolina Panthers, developments from mainstream podcasts and Brian Roth joins to further discuss those developments.
This week Michael addresses TMZ's Cardale Jones interview, Bruno Reagan's Battlehawks related tweets, Dany Garcia & Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's 365 social media posts and Jake Henry's unearthing of Trademark documentation.
This week Michael addresses new XFL hires, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's CNBC interview and KSDK St. Louis reporting. Fellow XFL Newsroom contributor and Gridiron Gallery Podcast host Zach Keilman joins to discuss a potential talent arms race.
This week Michael discusses scouting and the XFL's 360 viewpoint. Let's Talk XFL contributor Brian Roth joins to discuss potential head coaching candidates.
This week Michael discusses league news and addresses the CFL and Toronto Argonauts rumors of potential involvement with the XFL.
This week Michael discusses league news; Let's Talk XFL contributor Brian Roth joins to revisit their prior premature cities and stadiums discussion and more.
Michael talks about potential revenue sources. XFL Newsroom contributor James Larsen joins the show to discuss potential broadcasting agreements and other revenue streams.
Although there is not a full episode this week, Michael takes a moment to wish everyone a safe and Happy Thanksgiving.
This week Michael talks about the XFL losing out on Daryl "Moose" Johnson; Brian Roth returns to discuss 2020 stadiums and potential replacements.
Michael addresses the announcement of XFL executive hires and more. Guest Brian Roth joins the show to discuss the appointment of Russ Brandon as President.
Michael covers XFL news, he also discusses XFL alumni who made NFL active rosters and breaks down the 9, 2.0 era coaches.
Let's Talk XFL host Michael Lathrop introduces himself and discusses where XFL 3.0 is currently, by breaking down the timeline. Michael provides his takes and more.