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Many of you reached out on social media and the XFL Fan Line in response to this week’s topic which features a debate on whether or not it is possible for the XFL, the Canadian Football League, and the Alliance of American Football to all thrive in the shadow of the NFL. Jake, Alan, and … Continue reading "This is the XFL Show Episode 37: Can There Be Too Much Football?" The post This is the XFL Show Episode 37: Can There Be Too Much Football? first appeared on This is the XFL Show.

Oliver Luck has stated that cities will be announced for the XFL’s return in the month of October. That is this month! Jake believes one city has it in the bag. Listen and find out what town that is, plus a thorough break down of the latest AAF team names on this week’s Hot Read! … Continue reading "This is the XFL Show Episode 36: The XFL, CFL, and AAF Are Competing For Players" The post This is the XFL Show Episode 36: The XFL, CFL, and AAF Are Competing For Players first appeared on This is the XFL Show.

This week we open the XFL Fan Line so our listeners can state their city’s case for being an XFL city in 2020. The reaction and enthusiasm for the XFL is overwhelming and the callers are highly entertaining. Listen along with Alan, Vince and Jake and you be the judge this week as we hear … Continue reading "This is the XFL Show Episode 35: Why is Your City an XFL City?" The post This is the XFL Show Episode 35: Why is Your City an XFL City? first appeared on This is the XFL Show.

Unpacking everything Oliver Luck talked about on last week’s show including the revelation that an original XFL city will be back in 2020, the process of finding a TV home, and why it is important to keep gimmicks away from the new XFL. Also, get a detailed review of the new AAF team names that … Continue reading "This is the XFL Show Episode 34: All Aboard the XFL Express!" The post This is the XFL Show Episode 34: All Aboard the XFL Express! first appeared on This is the XFL Show.

XFL Commissioner Oliver Luck joins the show for a thorough discussion about the league building process, what cities may be hosting the first eight teams, and how the XFL will re-imagine football. Follow us on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, AND FACEBOOK! The post This is the XFL Show Episode 33: A Conversation with Commissioner Oliver Luck first appeared on This is the XFL Show.

Jeff Pearlman is a New York Times best-selling author and his latest book entitled Football For a Buck: The Crazy Rise and Crazier Demise of the USFL tells the amazing story of the most successful alternative football league to ever exist. The United States Football League of the 1980s was an amazing experiment that has inspired many … Continue reading "This is the XFL Show Episode 32: : The USFL with Author Jeff Pearlman" The post This is the XFL Show Episode 32: : The USFL with Author Jeff Pearlman first appeared on This is the XFL Show.

Jake and Alan discuss Oliver Luck’s email to various football agents, our burning questions for the commissioner, as well as some names that were cut by NFL teams this week that would be intriguing for the XFL. Follow us on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, AND FACEBOOK! The post This is the XFL Show Episode 31: Ollie In first appeared on This is the XFL Show.

Cover 2: The NCAA replaced Oliver Luck this week while the new XFL commissioner was busy having meetings about media production. The NFL helmet rule is here to stay. Does this introduce a “balls and strikes” aspect to officiating that the XFL should steer clear of? The Hot Read: The XFL’s relationship with Fantasy Football … Continue reading "This is the XFL Show Episode 30: Fantasy XFL Football" The post This is the XFL Show Episode 30: Fantasy XFL Football first appeared on This is the XFL Show.

Oliver Luck did some radio interviews where he revealed a few things about the XFL, including the ideal player for the league, how the league plans to broadcast it’s games, and when the league plans on announcing the host cities for it’s inaugural season. Hit us up on social media: Follow us on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, AND FACEBOOK! The post This is the XFL Show Episode 29: The Pre-Pre Preseason first appeared on This is the XFL Show.

This week’s show examines how the NFL’s new helmet rule has looked so far in their preseason and how the XFL will approach the issue. Also, the AAF has it’s first 100 players signed; did any recognizable names join the defacto NFL developmental? We also introduce a new segment on the show called The Hot Read where … Continue reading "This is the XFL Show Episode 28: Rooting For a Labor Dispute" The post This is the XFL Show Episode 28: Rooting For a Labor Dispute first appeared on This is the XFL Show.

Bryant gives a recap of his time at the AAF’s west coast Combine and Oakland, CA tells the XFL “no thanks.” We also discuss Oliver Luck’s formation of the “Reimagination Committee” that will meet to mold the rules for the new XFL. Hit us up on social media: Follow us on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, AND FACEBOOK! The post This is the XFL Show Episode 27: The Reimagination Committee first appeared on This is the XFL Show.

With the AAF announcing that Starter will be the official apparel provider for the league, we discuss what brands would be most beneficial to the XFL as an official partner. Also, mailbag questions, including one on NFL practice squad pay vs. AAF/XFL pay, and we highlight an XFL legend! Hit us up on social media: Follow us … Continue reading "This is the XFL Show Episode 26: Branding the League" The post This is the XFL Show Episode 26: Branding the League first appeared on This is the XFL Show.

Is Football under attack? This week we react to UNC head coach Larry Fedora’s comments on how Football will not be the same in 10 years. Will it cause the fall of civilization? We discuss that, plus reactions to Oliver Luck saying he doesn’t want the XFL to be too “gimmicky.” Hit us up on … Continue reading "This is the XFL Show Episode 25: Football Under Attack!" The post This is the XFL Show Episode 25: Football Under Attack! first appeared on This is the XFL Show.

The AAF revealed how much their players will make and the XFL’s rap video pitch to the city of Houston was leaked. This week we discuss those topics as well as the type of exclusive content the XFL should try to provide in addition to traditional football gamer broadcasts. Hit us up on social media: … Continue reading "This is the XFL Show Episode 24: Exclusive Content" The post This is the XFL Show Episode 24: Exclusive Content first appeared on This is the XFL Show.

This week the AAF announced the dates for their tryout combine and we come up with a plan to help some of our listeners who plan to try out with the exorbitant registration fees! Also this week, the XFL asked fans what kind of overtime rules they want, so we create the perfect overtime format … Continue reading "This is the XFL Show Episode 23: Overtime Rules" The post This is the XFL Show Episode 23: Overtime Rules first appeared on This is the XFL Show.

This week saw more details emerge regarding just how much Vince McMahon is investing into the XFL. We also were given ball park range for player salaries. What do these figures mean and are these figures large enough to help the XFL become sustainable and successful? We debate this and also go back into the … Continue reading "This is the XFL Show Episode 22: McMahon’s Millions" The post This is the XFL Show Episode 22: McMahon’s Millions first appeared on This is the XFL Show.

The XFL’s social media has been very active with crowd sourcing questions as they try to gauge what football fans want. This week we answer those questions and your questions sent into us @XFLShow on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Hit us up on social media: Follow us on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, AND FACEBOOK! The post This is the XFL Show Episode 21: More Mailbag Fun! first appeared on This is the XFL Show.

Oliver Luck is getting paid handsomely to make the XFL successful. This week features a discussion on how Vince McMahon is showing that he is investing well into the league as well as speculation on the 30 cities that were sent proposals last week. Hit us up on social media: Follow us on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, AND FACEBOOK! The post This is the XFL Show Episode 20: Ollie Money Bags first appeared on This is the XFL Show.

Oliver Luck was named the Commissioner of the XFL this week and we have a complete biography on the man, plus reaction to the hire and what it means for the building of the league. Hit us up on social media: Follow us on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, AND FACEBOOK! The post This is the XFL Show Episode 19: Commissioner Oliver Luck first appeared on This is the XFL Show.

This week we find out what people saying as the XFL poses more and more questions on social media by sifting through the comments sections on Twitter, PFT, and other sites talking XFL. Plus, get the latest AAF news and a lengthy discussion on the future of the kickoff. Hit us up on social media: … Continue reading "This is the XFL Show Episode 18: Social Standings" The post This is the XFL Show Episode 18: Social Standings first appeared on This is the XFL Show.