JTJet Posted February 1, 2023 Share Posted February 1, 2023 Arena Football League will return in 2024, with 16 teams Posted by Mike Florio on February 1, 2023, 1:53 PM EST Last year, it was the USFL. This year, it’s the USFL and XFL. Next year, it will be a trifecta. The Arena Football League has announced that it is returning in 2024, under new ownership. “We are elated to come out of hibernation and make this announcement official,” AFL president Anthony Rossi said. “Our objective when we acquired the AFL was to bring back a storied brand that deserved to be revived and showcased again, globally. We envisioned executing on the old saying ‘Bigger and Better,’ but this time, we want to incorporate the components of a modern-day business — streaming, betting, technology, virtual reality, and immerse fan engagement mixed with good old-fashioned ironman football.” The announcement says that the league will have 16 teams, and that it will play a 10-game season. The AFL originally launched in 1987. The 2009 season was canceled due to financial issues that resulted in bankruptcy. The league rebooted, with an L.A.-based franchise owned by Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons of KISS. Later in the decade, the league shrank to as few as four teams. In 2019, the league’s final season, the AFL had six franchises. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTJet Posted February 1, 2023 Author Share Posted February 1, 2023 Which team does Zach wind up on? Thoughts? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freestater Posted February 1, 2023 Share Posted February 1, 2023 Good. The more football, the better. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrcoops Posted February 1, 2023 Share Posted February 1, 2023 I generally don't have much interest in non-NFL professional leagues, but I am a fan of the War on the Floor. It's different, it's fast-paced and it's enjoyable to watch. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slats Posted February 1, 2023 Share Posted February 1, 2023 10 minutes ago, mrcoops said: I generally don't have much interest in non-NFL professional leagues, but I am a fan of the War on the Floor. It's different, it's fast-paced and it's enjoyable to watch. Used to go see the Knights at MSG, then the Dragons at Nassau. It’s not the NFL, but it’s a fun game. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pointman Posted February 1, 2023 Share Posted February 1, 2023 Sweet. So which one of you all is trying out? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
undertow Posted February 1, 2023 Share Posted February 1, 2023 7 minutes ago, slats said: Used to go see the Knights at MSG, then the Dragons at Nassau. It’s not the NFL, but it’s a fun game. I tried to get into the Dragons maybe 15 years ago it was fun live but it didn't stick 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Crusher Posted February 1, 2023 Share Posted February 1, 2023 1 hour ago, JTJet said: Which team does Zach wind up on? Thoughts? LA KIss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetsrule128 Posted February 1, 2023 Share Posted February 1, 2023 The National Arena League is not going to be happy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTJet Posted February 1, 2023 Author Share Posted February 1, 2023 32 minutes ago, The Crusher said: LA KIss He could play for the Utah BlueBalls Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slats Posted February 1, 2023 Share Posted February 1, 2023 2 hours ago, undertow said: I tried to get into the Dragons maybe 15 years ago it was fun live but it didn't stick Oh yeah, I never watched a game on TV. It was fun to take my son. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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TuscanyTile2 Posted February 1, 2023 Share Posted February 1, 2023 The NFL is the Arena League. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetsFanatic Posted February 2, 2023 Share Posted February 2, 2023 Any word on the lingerie league? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunnie Posted February 2, 2023 Share Posted February 2, 2023 Which team does Zach wind up on? Thoughts?Same division as Mike White ?Sent from my Pixel 7 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shawn306 Posted February 2, 2023 Share Posted February 2, 2023 19 hours ago, JTJet said: Arena Football League will return in 2024, with 16 teams Posted by Mike Florio on February 1, 2023, 1:53 PM EST Last year, it was the USFL. This year, it’s the USFL and XFL. Next year, it will be a trifecta. The Arena Football League has announced that it is returning in 2024, under new ownership. “We are elated to come out of hibernation and make this announcement official,” AFL president Anthony Rossi said. “Our objective when we acquired the AFL was to bring back a storied brand that deserved to be revived and showcased again, globally. We envisioned executing on the old saying ‘Bigger and Better,’ but this time, we want to incorporate the components of a modern-day business — streaming, betting, technology, virtual reality, and immerse fan engagement mixed with good old-fashioned ironman football.” The announcement says that the league will have 16 teams, and that it will play a 10-game season. The AFL originally launched in 1987. The 2009 season was canceled due to financial issues that resulted in bankruptcy. The league rebooted, with an L.A.-based franchise owned by Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons of KISS. Later in the decade, the league shrank to as few as four teams. In 2019, the league’s final season, the AFL had six franchises. Return ? What hell did I just watch for 17 weeks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Gun Of Bavaria Posted February 2, 2023 Share Posted February 2, 2023 The only sports dynasty I've ever had ..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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