Aviators Talking With Former Chiefs Running Back!

Columbus, Ohio:  A spokesman for the Columbus Aviators has stated that former Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt has been involved in talks with the Aviators organization.

Hunt played college football at the University of Toledo, where he finished his college career rushing for 4,945 yards and 10 touchdowns. He was drafted in the 3rd round of the 2017 draft by the Kansas City Chiefs.

In 2017 he rushed for 1,327 yards and was the NFL rushing leader. He was voted to the 2017 Pro Bowl. He won the PFWA Rookie of the Year award and voted to the PFWA All Rookie Team.

In 2018, Hunt played in 11 games where he rushed for 824 yards and 7 touchdowns. He was released by the Chiefs in November for an off field incident involving supposedly striking a female at a hotel.

The spokesman stated that no deal had been struck and that talks are only in the preliminary stages. No other details have been revealed.

FREEZE IN ST. LOUIS, STRONG IN ORLANDO!

St.Louis, Missouri:  The St. Louis Scouts announced that they have hired former Ole Miss head football coach Hugh Freeze as there new head coach.  Freeze replaces Les Miles who left to take the head coaching position at the University of Kansas. 

Freeze (47) compiled a 69-32 college coaching record. He recently coached at Liberty College.  From 2012-2016 Freeze coached at Ole Miss and in 2012 coached at Arkansas State University. 

Also:

The Orlando Vipers have announced the hiring of former University of Louisville and University of Texas head coach Charlie Strong to become the team's new head coach . Strong takes the place of Larry Corker who retired earlier this off season. 

Strong comes in with a 70-44 college head coaching record. He led the University of Louisville to two Big East Championships in 2011 and 2012. He was named Big East Coach of The Year in 2010 and 2012 before taking the head coaching job at the University of Texas.  He most recently was head coach at the University of South Florida. 

Both hirings come just a couple weeks before teams open mini camps.  Training Camps officially open around the middle of January. 

2019 Associated Football Franchises of America Season Schedule

2019 AFFA Season Schedule 
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Week One 
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Friday, February 22
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Sacramento Crusaders @ Utah Mammoths

Saturday, February 23
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Pittsburgh Ironmen @ Hartford Sentinels
Michigan Panthers @ Chicago Stags
Omaha Bulls @ St.Louis Scouts
Portland Pioneers @ Oakland Renegades
Memphis HoundDogs @ Los Angeles Pharoahs
Dallas Outlaws @ New York Empire
Oklahoma Slingers @ Columbus Aviators

Sunday, February 24
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Philadelphia Freedom @ Virginia Tritons
Orlando Vipers @ Louisville Thoroughbreds
Carolina Breakers @ Georgia Generals
Miami Sharks @ Albuquerque Aztecs
Houston Knights @ Arkansas Diamond Miners
Birmingham Beast @ San Antonio Cimarrons

Week Two 
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Friday, March 1
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New York Empire @ Virginia Tritons

Saturday,  March 2
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Philadelphia Freedom @ Hartford Sentinels
Michigan Panthers @ St.Louis Scouts
Miami Sharks @ Louisville Thoroughbreds
Los Angeles Pharoahs @ Utah Mammoths
Arkansas Diamond Miners @ Albuquerque Aztecs

Sunday,  March 3
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Columbus Aviators @ Chicago Stags
Orlando Vipers @ Georgia Generals
Sacramento Crusaders @ Oakland Renegades
Dallas Outlaws @ San Antonio Cimarrons
Omaha Bulls @ Carolina Breakers
Portland Pioneers @ Birmingham Beast
Pittsburgh Ironmen @ Memphis HoundDogs

Week Three 
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Friday,  March 8
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Columbus Aviators @ Hartford Sentinels

Saturday, March 9
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Houston Knights @ Miami Sharks
Louisville Thoroughbreds @ Michigan Panthers
Orlando Vipers @ Virginia Tritons
Dallas Outlaws @ Albuquerque Aztecs
Portland Pioneers @ San Antonio Cimarrons
Chicago Stags @ Memphis HoundDogs

Sunday,  March 10
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Los Angeles Pharoahs @ Philadelphia Freedom
Pittsburgh Ironmen @ Georgia Generals
New York Empire @ Carolina Breakers
Utah Mammoths @ St.Louis Scouts
Birmingham Beast @ Oakland Renegades
Arkansas Diamond Miners @ Oklahoma Slingers
Sacramento Crusaders @ Omaha Bulls

Week Four 
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Friday,  March 15
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Memphis HoundDogs @ Louisville Thoroughbreds

Saturday,  March 16
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Michigan Panthers @ Birmingham Beast
Portland Pioneers @ Dallas Outlaws
Houston Knights @ Omaha Bulls
Miami Sharks @ Utah Mammoths
Los Angeles Pharoahs @ Columbus Aviators
Arkansas Diamond Miners @ Hartford Sentinels

Sunday,  March 17
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St.Louis Scouts @ Pittsburgh Ironmen
Carolina Breakers @ Oklahoma Slingers
Georgia Generals @ Sacramento Crusaders
New York Empire @ Oakland Renegades
Orlando Vipers @ Albuquerque Aztecs
San Antonio Cimarrons @ Chicago Stags

Week Five 
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Friday,  March 22
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Philadelphia Freedom @ Chicago Stags

Saturday,  March 23
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Carolina Breakers @ Utah Mammoths
Orlando Vipers @ Sacramento Crusaders
Georgia Generals @ Houston Knights
Memphis HoundDogs @ Miami Sharks
Albuquerque Aztecs @ Oakland Renegades
San Antonio Cimarrons @ Columbus Aviators
St.Louis Scouts @ New York Empire

Sunday,  March 24
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Oklahoma Slingers @ Hartford Sentinels
Omaha Bulls @ Birmingham Beast
Pittsburgh Ironmen @ Dallas Outlaws
Virginia Tritons @ Los Angeles Pharoahs
Michigan Panthers @ Portland Pioneers
Louisville Thoroughbreds @ Arkansas Diamond Miners

Week Six 
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Friday,  March 29
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Birmingham Beast @ New York Empire

Saturday,  March 30
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Orlando Vipers @ Portland Pioneers
St.Louis Scouts @ Miami Sharks
Albuquerque Aztecs @ Omaha Bulls
Hartford Sentinels @ Dallas Outlaws
San Antonio Cimarrons @ Georgia Generals
Virginia Tritons @ Oklahoma Slingers

Sunday,  March 31
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Pittsburgh Ironmen @ Columbus Aviators
Oakland Renegades @ Carolina Breakers
Chicago Stags @ Louisville Thoroughbreds
Sacramento Crusaders @ Houston Knights
Philadelphia Freedom @ Arkansas Diamond Miners
Michigan Panthers @ Memphis HoundDogs

Week Seven 
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Friday, April 5
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St.Louis Scouts @ Houston Knights

Saturday,  April 6
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Chicago Stags @ Oklahoma Slingers
Dallas Outlaws @ Miami Sharks
Los Angeles Pharoahs @ Birmingham Beast
Columbus Aviators @ Philadelphia Freedom
San Antonio Cimarrons @ Pittsburgh Ironmen
Sacramento Crusaders @ Carolina Breakers

Sunday,  April 7
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Virginia Tritons @ Memphis HoundDogs
Arkansas Diamond Miners @ Georgia Generals
Omaha Bulls @ Orlando Vipers
New York Empire @ Michigan Panthers
Hartford Sentinels @ Louisville Thoroughbreds
Utah Mammoths @ Albuquerque Aztecs

Week Eight 
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Friday , April 12
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Memphis HoundDogs @ Dallas Outlaws

Saturday, April 13
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Omaha Bulls @ Chicago Stags
Miami Sharks @ Orlando Vipers
Albuquerque Aztecs @ San Antonio Cimarrons
Arkansas Diamond Miners @ Birmingham Beast
Portland Pioneers @ Utah Mammoths
Oakland Renegades @ St. Louis Scouts

Sunday, April 14
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New York Empire @ Philadelphia Freedom
Pittsburgh Ironmen @ Virginia Tritons
Columbus Aviators @ Michigan Panthers
Carolina Breakers @ Louisville Thoroughbreds
Houston Knights @ Oklahoma Slingers
Los Angeles Pharoahs @ Sacramento Crusaders
Hartford Sentinels @ Georgia Generals

Week Nine 
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Friday, April 19
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Portland Pioneers @ Los Angeles Pharoahs

Saturday, April 20
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Hartford Sentinels @ Virginia Tritons
Omaha Bulls @ Columbus Aviators
San Antonio Cimarrons @ Oklahoma Slingers
Arkansas Diamond Miners @ Memphis HoundDogs
Oakland Renegades @ Utah Mammoths
Philadelphia Freedom @ Orlando Vipers

Sunday,  April 21
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Pittsburgh Ironmen @ New York Empire
St.Louis Scouts @ Chicago Stags
Carolina Breakers @ Miami Sharks
Georgia Generals @ Louisville Thoroughbreds
Houston Knights @ Albuquerque Aztecs
Dallas Outlaws @ Birmingham Beast
Michigan Panthers @ Sacramento Crusaders

Week Ten 
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Friday, April 26
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Utah Mammoths @ Pittsburgh Ironmen

Saturday ,April 27
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New York Empire @ Portland Pioneers
Georgia Generals @ Omaha Bulls
Virginia Tritons @ Michigan Panthers
Oakland Renegades @ Arkansas Diamond Miners
Hartford Sentinels @ Orlando Vipers
Birmingham Beast @ Philadelphia Freedom

Sunday, April 28
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Los Angeles Pharoahs @ Houston Knights
Albuquerque Aztecs @ Louisville Thoroughbreds
Oklahoma Slingers @ Sacramento Crusaders
Dallas Outlaws @ St.Louis Scouts
Miami Sharks @ San Antonio Cimarrons
Carolina Breakers @ Chicago Stags
Columbus Aviators @ Memphis HoundDogs

Week Eleven
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Friday, May 3
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Georgia Generals @ Miami Sharks

Saturday, May 4
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Pittsburgh Ironmen @ Philadelphia Freedom
Omaha Bulls @ Michigan Panthers
Carolina Breakers @ Orlando Vipers
San Antonio Cimarrons @ Houston Knights
Birmingham Beast @ Memphis HoundDogs
Portland Pioneers @ Sacramento Crusaders
Chicago Stags @ Utah Mammoths

Sunday, May 5
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Hartford Sentinels @ New York Empire
St.Louis Scouts @ Columbus Aviators
Oklahoma Slingers @ Albuquerque Aztecs
Dallas Outlaws @ Arkansas Diamond Miners
Oakland Renegades @ Los Angeles Pharoahs
Louisville Thoroughbreds @ Virginia Tritons

Week Twelve 
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Friday, May 10
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Los Angeles Pharoahs @ Portland Pioneers

Saturday,  May 11
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New York Empire @ Pittsburgh Ironmen
Columbus Aviators @ Omaha Bulls
Miami Sharks @ Carolina Breakers
Sacramento Crusaders @ Dallas Outlaws
Albuquerque Aztecs @ Michigan Panthers
Memphis HoundDogs @ Oklahoma Slingers

Sunday, May 12
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Virginia Tritons @ Hartford Sentinels
Chicago Stags @ St.Louis Scouts
Louisville Thoroughbreds @ Georgia Generals
Utah Mammoths @ Oakland Renegades
Philadelphia Freedom @ Houston Knights
San Antonio Cimarrons @ Orlando Vipers

Week Thirteen 
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Friday,  May 17
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Oakland Renegades @ Hartford Sentinels

Saturday,  May 18
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Philadelphia Freedom @ New York Empire
Michigan Panthers @ Columbus Aviators
Orlando Vipers @ Miami Sharks
Louisville Thoroughbreds @ Carolina Breakers
Oklahoma Slingers @ San Antonio Cimarrons
Sacramento Crusaders @ Los Angeles Pharoahs

Sunday,  May 19
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Virginia Tritons @ Pittsburgh Ironmen
Chicago Stags @ Omaha Bulls
Albuquerque Aztecs @ Houston Knights
Memphis HoundDogs @ Arkansas Diamond Miners
Birmingham Beast @ Dallas Outlaws
Utah Mammoths @ Portland Pioneers
Georgia Generals @ St.Louis Scouts

Week Fourteen
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Friday,  May 24
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Louisville Thoroughbreds @ Utah Mammoths

Saturday,  May 25
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Philadelphia Freedom @ Pittsburgh Ironmen
Michigan Panthers @ Omaha Bulls
Los Angeles Pharoahs @ Oakland Renegades
Houston Knights @ Birmingham Beast
Oklahoma Slingers @ Dallas Outlaws
Arkansas Diamond Miners @ Virginia Tritons

Sunday,  May 26
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New York Empire @ Hartford Sentinels
Columbus Aviators @ St.Louis Scouts
Miami Sharks @ Georgia Generals
Orlando Vipers @ Carolina Breakers
Sacramento Crusaders @ Portland Pioneers
Memphis HoundDogs @ San Antonio Cimarrons
Albuquerque Aztecs @ Chicago Stags

Week Fifteen 
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Friday,  May 31
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Birmingham Beast @ Virginia Tritons

Saturday,  June 1
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Portland Pioneers @ Arkansas Diamond Miners
Oklahoma Slingers @ Los Angeles Pharoahs

Sunday,  June 2
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Utah Mammoths @ Philadelphia Freedom
Houston Knights @ Oakland Renegades

Week Sixteen 
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Friday,  June 7
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Virginia Tritons @ Philadelphia Freedom

Saturday,  June 8
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Chicago Stags @ Michigan Panthers
Louisville Thoroughbreds @ Orlando Vipers
Georgia Generals @ Carolina Breakers
Houston Knights @ San Antonio Cimarrons
Arkansas Diamond Miners @ Dallas Outlaws
Utah Mammoths @ Sacramento Crusaders

Sunday, June 9
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Hartford Sentinels @ Pittsburgh Ironmen
St.Louis Scouts @ Omaha Bulls
Albuquerque Aztecs @ Oklahoma Slingers
Memphis HoundDogs @ Birmingham Beast
Oakland Renegades @ Portland Pioneers
Miami Sharks @ Los Angeles Pharoahs
Columbus Aviators @ New York Empire

Week Seventeen
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Friday,  June 12
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Oklahoma Slingers @ Houston Knights

Saturday,  June 13
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Virginia Tritons @ New York Empire
Hartford Sentinels @ Philadelphia Freedom
Georgia Generals @ Orlando Vipers
Birmingham Beast @ Arkansas Diamond Miners
Dallas Outlaws @ Memphis HoundDogs
Oakland Renegades @ Sacramento Crusaders

Sunday,  June 14
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Chicago Stags @ Columbus Aviators
St.Louis Scouts @ Michigan Panthers
Louisville Thoroughbreds @ Miami Sharks
San Antonio Cimarrons @ Albuquerque Aztecs
Utah Mammoths @ Los Angeles Angeles
Omaha Bulls @ Portland Pioneers
Carolina Breakers @ Pittsburgh Ironmen

Wild-card Playoff Round
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June 22 & 23
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TBA

Divisional Playoff Round
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June 28 & 29
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TBA

Conference Championship Round
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July 6 & 7


Pantheon Cup IV  ( Rentschler Stadium: Storrs, Ct.)
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July 19
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Eastern Conference Champions

TBD

                 Versus

Western Conference Champions

TBD

2019 Schedule Release

The Associated Football Franchises of America announced that the 2019 AFFA season schedule will be released Sunday,  December 16 2018. Sixteen game schedule over 18 weeks.

Cimarrons Head Man!

San Antonio, Texas:  The San Antonio Cimarrons announced earlier today that they have hired June Jones as their next head coach. Jones replaces Mac Brown who left for the University of North Carolina head coaching job after only a couple weeks. 

Jones (65) recently worked as offensive coordinator for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats of the CFL. He was interim head coach for 10 games with the San Diego Chargers.  From 1094-1996 he was head coach of the Atlanta Falcons. From 1997-2007 he was head coach at the University of Hawaii at Manoa where he won two WAC championships ( 99, 2007). From 2008-2014 he was head coach at SMU.

" I am really excited to be here in San Antonio and eager to get to work.  We are going to bring a wide open fast paced offense, that I feel fans will find fun and exciting to watch. I am looking forward to working with these players to try and bring a Pantheon Cup here to San Antonio. " said Jones in a brief press conference held at the Alamo Dome.

June Jones coaching record:

College- 112-94

NFL-  22-36

CFL-  8-8

Overall:  142-138

SEARCH IS ON!

San Antonio, Texas;  Just weeks after signing to become head coach of the AFFA's  San Antonio Cimarrons franchise.  Mac Brown announced that he would be stepping down to accept the head coaching position at the University of North Carolina.

Brown last coached at the University of Texas and is credited with turning around the Longhorns football program. He returns to North Carolina were he coached from 1987-1992 and is credited with also turning around the Tar Heels program as well.

The Cimarrons are reportedly in talks with former Akron head coach Terry Bowden about accepting the position vacated by Brown.

Les Miles Departs!

St. Louis, Missouri:  St. Louis Scouts head coach Les Miles made it official that he would be stepping down as Scouts head coach to take the head coaching job at the University of Kansas.  Miles led the Scouts to an 11-5 record and a playoff berth in their first year in the league. Miles was voted 2018 coach of the year.

A spokesman for the Scouts organization said that the search for Miles replacement will begin immediately.

"We would like to give our thanks to coach Miles for helping get this organization off to a great start and a foundation for a great future. We wish coach Miles the best in his new venture and know he will be successful. Thank you Coach Miles. " said the spokesman.

FINAL RUN!

Louisville, Kentucky:  Louisville running back Ray Rice announced yesterday evening that he will be retiring after the 2019 season. The 32 year old was a driving force in the Thoroughbreds 2017 Pantheon Cup title run.

The controversial running back has fought injuries throughout his career both in the NFL and the AFFA.  A well publicized off the field incident ended his NFL career. His signing in 2015 with the AFFA brought mixed reactions from Media and fans as well.

In his AFFA career Rice has rushed for 4,087 yards and 54 touchdowns. He also had 27 touchdown receptions.  Despite missing six games in 2018 due to injury,  Rice still managed to gain 1,134 yards and 17 touchdowns , plus 10 recieving touchdowns.

" One more run! One more Ring!  Then off into the sunset."  Rice tweeted late yesterday afternoon giving speculation to his probable retirement . His agent later confirmed that Rice would indeed be retiring after the 2019 season.

Louisville head coach Bo Pelini could not be reached for comment as of the publication of this article.

TRANSACTIONS AS OF 11-15-2018

New York Empire signs:  Wr Jaelon Acklin, Wr Dan Arnold, OL Dan Skipper, DL Sharif Finch, DL Jonathan Woodward, LB Matthew Adams, LB Connor Harris, DB Troy Apke, DB Dondre Wright, K Aldrick Rosas

Philadelphia Freedom signs: RB Joe Williams, RB Elijah McGuire, TE Scott Orndoff, OL Colby Garrett,  OL Tyler Crosby, DL Damien Borel, LB Shaquem Griffen, LB Avery Ellis,  LB Vince Biegel,  DB DJ White,  DB Davonte Harris,  DB Joshua Kalu, DB Dane Cruikshank

Pittsburgh Ironmen signed: QB Antonio Pipkin, WR KD Cannon, OL Cole Toner, OL Denver Kirkland,  DL Andrew Brown,  DL Hunter Dimick, DL Chris Odom, LB Skai Moore, LB Keion Adams,  DB Kevin Toliver,  DB Kavon Frazier,  K Harrison Butker

Virginia Tritons signed:  RB Nyheim Hines,  WR Alonzo Russell,  OL Jerald Hawkins, OL Jemil Demby, DL Hercules Mata'afa,  LB Shaun Hamilton, DB Andre Chacere

Hartford Sentinels signed: QB Mike White,  RB Kelvin Taylor,  RB Aaron Jones,  WR Jamal Robinson,  WR Stacy Coley, TE/WR Ricky Seals Jones,  OL Jack Campus,  OL Darius Ciraco, LB Nick DeLuca, LB Peter Kalambayi,  DB DJ Reed

Miami Sharks signed: QB Brad Kaaya,  RB Jarvion Franklin,  RB Justin Davis,  WR Kendrick Bourne,  OL Gerhad De Beer, OL Adam Bisnow,  LB Quentin Poling,  LB Jack Cichy,  DB Trayvon Henderson

Orlando Vipers signed:  QB Matt Barkley,  RB Ralph Webb,  RB Jahad Thomas, WR Chad Hansen,  OL Aaron Stinnie, OL Lene Maiava, DL Dorance Armstrong,  LB Keishawn Bierria, LB Jatavis Brown,  DB Levi Wallace,  DB Tony Brown

Carolina Breakers signed: QB Nic Shimonek,  RB Bishop Sankey,  WR Justin Watson,  OL Dieugot Joseph,  OL Kyle Kalis, LB Corey James,  LB Genard Avery,  LB Andrew Motuapuaka,  DB Jordan Sterns, DB Marcus Allen

Louisville Thoroughbreds signed:  WR Damorea Stringfellow, WR Paul Turner,  OL Dejon Allen,  OL Cole Madison,  OL Connor McGovern,  DL Zac Sieler,  LB Micah Kiser,  LB Ejuan Price,  LB Hardy Nickerson Jr.,  LB Ukeme Eligwe, DB Cameron Kelly,  P Spencer Roth,  K Griffin Oakes

Georgia Generals signed:  WR Jordan Wilson,  DL Tashawn Bower,  DL Dean Lowry,  LB Austin Calitro,  LB Manase Hungala,  DB Kameron Kelly , DB Jonathan Ross ,  P Dalton Schomp

Arkansas Diamond Miners signed:  RB Lorenzo Long,  RB Kevin Monangai,  WR Ishmael Zamora,  OL Brian Allen,  OL Bradley Bozeman , DL Jeremiah Valoaga,  DL Justin Vaughan,  LB Chris Covington,  LB Antwione Williams,  DB Siran Neal,  DB Titus Howard,  DB Chuck Clark

Dallas Outlaws signed:  QB AJ McCarron,  RB Phillip Lindsay,  RB Jaylen Walton , WR Malcolm Mitchell,  OL Matt Pryor,  DL Willie Henry,  DL Ogbonnia Okoronkwo,  LB Don Cherry,  LB Sione Teuhema,  LB Matt Milano,  DB Greg Stroman,  DB Jadar Johnson

Birmingham Beast signs:  RB Roc Thomas,  DL Darius Latham,  LB Josey Jewell,  LB Corey Littleton,  LB Travin Howard,  LB Beniquez Brown,  DB Jordan Whitehead,  DB Dominique Hatfield

Memphis HoundDogs signed: WR JT Luper, WR Marcus Johnson , OL Tyler Hearn,  OL Will Holden,  DL Ronald Blair,  DL Greg Gilmore,  DL Trevon Hester,  LB Jawhan Bentley,  LB Dominique Alexander,  DB Jordan Lucas,  DB Michael Davis,  QB JT Barrett

Columbus Aviators signed:  WR Tim White,  WR KeKe Coutee, OL Jordan Roos,  DL Bryan Cox Jr.,  DL Darius Jackson,  DL Ifeadi Odengibo,  LB David Perkins,  LB Andre Smith,  LB Azeem Victor,  DB Kamrin Moore,  DB Arrion Springs

Michigan Panthers signed:  RB Darrin Laufasa,  WR Darrin Peterson,  OL Sam Jones,  DB Tegray Scales, LB Jermaine Carter,  LB Aaron Wallace,  DB Marcell Harris,  DB Marqui Christian,  DB Jadar Johnson,  OL Isaiah Battle

Omaha Bulls signed:  RB Akrum Wadle,  RB Jordan Wilkinson,  OL Korey Cunningham,  OL Nick Gates,  DL Matt Loannidis,  DL John Franklin-Myers, DL Izahh Lunsford,  LB Steven Daniels,  LB Mike McCray,  DB Darius Phillips

Chicago Stags signed:  WR Cobi Hamilton,  WR Justin Hardy,  WR Josh Malone,  OL Colby Gossett,  OL Jamarco Jones,  OL Nico Siragusa,  LB Kris Frost,  LB Joshua Perry,  LB Frank Luvu,  DB Taron Johnson,  DB Brandon Alexander,  DB Christian Campbell,  P Drew Kasar

St.Louis Scouts signed:  RB Boston Scott,  RB Justin Jackson,  WR J'Mon Moore,  WR Andy  Jones,  OL Leo Kolomatangi,  OL Jamar McGloster,  DL Justin Lawler,  DL Trenton Thompson

Houston Knights signed:  RB Ito Smith,  WR Ricardo Louis,  WR JoJo Natson,  OL Geoff Gray,  DL Odell Willis,  DL Tim Settle,  DL Davon Godchaux,  LB Travis Feeney

Albuquerque Aztecs signed:  RB Keith Marshall,  RB Oumar Toure,  WR Trevor Davis,  OL Halapoulivaati Vaita,  DL Tre Flowers,  DL Antonio Zettel,  DL Destiny Vaeao, LB Montese Overton,  DB Tunde Adelek, DB Trey Matthews,  DB John Burris

San Antonio Cimarrons signed:  RB Russell Hansbrough,  OL Jon Toth,  OL Jacob Alsadek,  OL Spencer Drango,  LB BJ Bello,  LB Elijah Lee,  LB Joel Iyiegbuniwe,  LB Zaire Franklin, DB Zack Sanchez,  DB Albert Colbert

Oklahoma Slingers signed:  RB Marlon Mack,  RB Stanley Williams,  WR Austin Carr,  WR Chris Moore,   OL Joey Hunt,  OL KJ Malone,  DL Josh Sweat,  LB Kendall Donnerson, DB Grant Haley, DB Damon Webb

Los Angeles Pharoahs signed:  RB Austin Ekeler,  RB Kamryn Pettway,  WR Jordan Lasley,  WR Cayleb Jones,  WR Jordan Payton,  OL Kyle Friend,  OL Joe Haeg,  LB Eric Wilson,  LB Jason Cabinda, DB Holton Hill

Sacramento Crusaders signed:  RB Keryon Johnson,  LB Lamar Louis,  LB Harvey Langi,  LB Riley Bullough,  DB Corn Elder,  DB Quin Blanding

Portland Pioneers signed:  WR Tanner Gentry,  WR Jaydon Mickens,  OL Darrell Williams Jr.,  DL Christian Lacouture,  DL Junior Luke,  LB Jacob Pugh,  LB Kenny Young,  DB Tarvarus McFadden

Utah Mammoths signed:  RB Bo Scarborough,  WR DJ Foster,   OL Rick Leonard,  OL Kahlil McKenzie,  OL Eddie Meredith,  DL Jacob Martin, LB Jaylen Reeves, DB Anthony Brown, QB Chris Streveler

Oakland Renegades signed:  RB Trenton Cannon,  TE Gator Hoskins,  RB Keyarris Garrett,  OL Brett Toth,  OL Greg Senat,  OL Wyatt Teller,  DL Nazair Jones,  LB Marquel Lee,  LB Pita Taumoepenu,  LB Auggie Sanchez,  DB DeShon Elliott,  DB Jayron Kearse

MAMMOTHS SIGN QUARTERBACK!

Salt Lake City, Utah:  The Utah Mammoths sign quarterback Chris Streveler out of South Dakota University yesterday afternoon. Streveler threw for 6,081 yards and 54 touchdowns in his college career. He was runner up for the Walter Payton award in 2017 and voted MVFC offensive player of the year in 2017. He spent three years at the University of Minnesota, before going to South Dakota.

The Mammoths who lost quarterback Dak Prescott to the NFL were impressed by Streveler during workouts. Streveler will battle Garrett Grayson for the starting role in the upcoming 2019 season.

" Chris is a very talented young man. He has a good arm and has great escape capabilities and can run the ball. He is very intelligent and shows great ability to read defenses while in in the pocket. " said Mammoths head coach Paul Pasqualoni.

CRUSADERS BOLSTER DEFENSE

Sacramento, California:  The defending Pantheon Cup champion Sacramento Crusaders bolstered there defense Saturday afternoon by signing CFL and AFFA veteran defensive lineman John Chick to a two year deal.

" John (Chick) is a stud of a defensive lineman. He has proven that over the years, with his performance in the CFL and in this league. I couldn't be happier having John here and am looking forward to working with him. " said Crusaders head coach Justin Wilcox.

" Coach Wilcox and the Crusaders organization have built a solid team here in Sacramento and they have two Pantheon Cups to show for it. I am happy to be going to Sacramento and eager to get to work. " said Chick from his home by phone to ESPN.

Chick will join another recently signed CFL and AFFA veteran in Charleston Hughes.  Hughes returns from another stint in the CFL. With Chick and Hughes joining Anttaj Hawthorne,Glen Foster and Michael Sam. The Crusaders will have a very formidable defense in 2019. If defense wins championships, then the Crusaders could very well be considered favorites to bring home their third Pantheon Cup in four years.

AFFA RENEGADES!!

Oakland, California:  The Associated Football Franchises of America are proud to welcome the "Oakland Renegades " to the league beginning in 2019.

The franchise formerly known as the Denver Miners, had intended to relocate to Honolulu Hawaii for the 2019 season. However ownership could not close the deal to play at Aloha Stadium. The decision to make the move to the Bay area seemed like the logical move since the NFL Raiders will be relocating to Las Vegas soon.

" We are extremely pleased and excited to bring the AFFA brand of football to Oakland.  Oakland is a great football town with a long history and passionate fans. We chose the name Renegades because it fit the legacy of Oakland and the AFFA. We hope to continue that tradition of excellence that the city of Oakland has come to expect from its sports teams. It is what they deserve and nothing less."

The Oakland Renegades will call Oakland-Alameda Coliseum home. Their colors will be Teal, Dark Blue and Red. Their head coach is Mike Jones.


Other AFFA news:

Former LSU offensive lineman and CFL veteran Peter Dyakowski recently announced his retirement from football. Dyakowski played the last 3 seasons with the New Orleans/ Arkansas of the AFFA. He just recently signed with the San Antonio Cimarrons prior to announcing his retirement.

The Carolina Breakers announced that they have waived quarterback Shane Carden after 3 seasons. The decision came after the team signed rookie quarterback Nic Shimonek out of Texas Tech University. The team also signed veteran quarterback Aaron Murray.

Big Easy Revival?

New Orleans, La.-  Jerry and Reggie Leboeuf, two businessmen from New Orleans announced this morning that they have applied for a Associated Football Franchises Of America 2020 expansion franchise.

The two men say they are looking to bring back a well known brand to the Crescent City, the Voodoo. The New Orleans Voodoo were a popular Arena Football League franchise that played for several seasons before disbanding in 2016.

" We are looking to secure Youlman Stadium on the campus of Tulane University. We applied for a franchise in 2015, but pulled the application after the then Shreveport Marauders moved here as the Nightmare. " said Jerry Leboeuf.

The proposed Voodoo franchise are the second Louisiana group to apply for a AFFA expansion franchise. A group from Shreveport, Louisiana is also looking to acquire expansion rights in 2020. The Shreveport group hopes to resurrect a former CFL franchise, the Shreveport Pirates.

The AFFA is currently in it's off season and preparing for the 2019 Spring season. League officials had no comment on the details of the applications for expansion in 2020.

NEW MANAGEMENT, NEW BRAND!

These AFFA franchises recently went under new management. They have also been rebrands. *Exception is Arkansas, who simply rebranded*

Oklahoma Roughnecks/ Now- SLINGERS
Birmingham Barbarians/Now- BEAST
Houston Wranglers/ Now- KNIGHTS
*Arkansas Rhinos/ Now- DIAMOND MINERS
** Philadelphia rebranded from Americans to FREEDOM, waiting for approval from commissioner and league owners. Expected to pass.

PLAY OFF EXPANSION!

 The Associated Football Franchises Of America announced earlier today that the league will expand the play-off format from 8 teams to 12 teams ( 6 from each conference) beginning in 2019.

The top two teams from each conference will receive a first round bye. The remaining four will play a wild card round ( 3 vs 6, 4 vs 5 ). Winners will advance to play the top seeds in the divisional round ( highest seeds hosting lowest seeds ect...). Winners then advance to the conference championships for a chance to advance to Pantheon Cup IV.

" We are constantly searching for ways to enhance the AFFA experience for fans. Expanding the play off format, we feel will be one way in doing this. We are also looking at various other ideas that possibly could be implemented at a later date. " stated Director of Operations Danny White.

Venue Change!

Orlando, Florida:  The Orlando Vipers announced yesterday the franchise will be moving to Orlando City Stadium beginning next season. The Vipers have called Spectrum Stadium ( formerly BrightHouse Networks Stadium) home since their inception three years ago. Orlando City Stadium is home to the MLS Orlando Soccer franchise.

CRUSADERS CLAIM 2ND CUP! DEFEAT BIRMINGHAM 45-33

PANTHEON CUP III 

(14-5 ) Sacramento Crusaders- 45  (11-8 ) Birmingham Barbarians- 33

Columbus, Ohio:  The Sacramento Crusaders became the first franchise to win multiple titles (2015, 2018) as they defeated the Birmingham Barbarians 45-33 in Pantheon Cup III at Mapfre Stadium in Columbus Saturday night.

Trevone Boykin was voted game MVP,  completing 13 of 17 passes for 236 yards and 3 touchdowns. He also ran 10 times for 48 yards.

Vic Ballard ran for 96 yards and a touchdown on 7 carries.  Stevan Ridley ran 21 times for 64 yards and a touchdown, while also catching a 13 yard pass for a score.  Kenny Still had 4 catches for 125 yards and a score. Marquez North caught 4 passes for 44 yards and a touchdown for the Crusaders. Houston Battle led the defense with 9 tackles and a hurry. He also had a 76 yard interception return for a touchdown. James Vaughn had 6 tackles, 1 sack, a stuff and a hurry.  Tyrone Holmes also recorded a sack.

Birmingham was led by Trevor Harris who completed 21 of 31 passes for 268 yards and 2 touchdowns. He was sacked twice and threw 2 interceptions.

Rasheed Williams ran 17 times for 122 yards and 2 touchdowns, plus a touchdown reception. Jakeem Grant caught 4 passes for 36 yards and a score. Nic Grigsby had 7 catches for 47 yards. Casey Pierce caught 3 passes for 94 yards and a touchdown. Beau Bell led the Barbarians defense with 11 tackles, a stuff and a forced fumble. DeAndre Collins recorded 8 tackles and 3 stuffs in the loss.

Sacramento got on the board first as Stevan Ridley ran in from 14 yards out, completing a 11 play 63 yard drive. The point after was good, giving the Crusaders a 7-0 lead.

Birmingham tied the score at 7 as Trevor Harris connected with Casey Pierce for a 54 yard touchdown pass. Sacramento would answer as Trevone Boykin hit Stevan Ridley from 13 yards out for a touchdown. The extra point made it 14-7 Crusaders.

Birmingham made it 14-10 early in the second quarter as Sean Whyte converted on a 43 yard field goal. The Barbarians took the lead with 2:38 remaining in the first half as Rasheed Williams took it in from 4 yards out. The extra point made it 17-14 Barbarians. Sacramento tied the score at 17 as Sean Whyte hit from 35 yards out on a field goal. At the Half scored stood at 17-17.

Sacramento took the lead midway through the third quarter as Trevone Boykin connected with Marquez North on 13 yard touchdown pass. A Sean Whyte extra point made it 24-20 Crusaders.

Birmingham took back the lead as Rasheed Williams darted in from 11 yards out. The extra point made it 27-24 Birmingham.

Sacramento made it 31-27 early in the fourth as Boykin found Kenny Still in the endzone for a 20 yard touchdown pass.  The Crusaders stretched their lead to 38-27 as Houston Battle intercepted a Trevor Harris pass and took it 76 yards for a score.

Trevor Harris redeemed himself with just under 3 minutes remaining, connecting with Jakeem Grant on a 7 yard touchdown pass making the score 38-33 Crusaders.

Sacramento sealed the win as Vic Ballard ran in from 17 yards out in the closing seconds, giving the Crusaders the 45-33 victory and the Pantheon Cup.

PANTHEON CUP III TONIGHT!

Pantheon Cup III 

(11-7) BIRMINGHAM BARBARIANS 

                   VS

(13-5) SACRAMENTO CRUSADERS 

GONNA BE A COWBOY!

Salt Lake City, Utah:  Utah Mammoths quarterback Dak Prescott announced yesterday that he will not be returning as quarterback of the Mammoths next season, and will sign with the Dallas Cowboys of the NFL.  The announcement was made by Mammoths officials in a press conference held in front of Mammoths headquarters in Salt Lake City.

Prescott led the Mammoths to a Pacific Division title and a Pantheon Cup appearance in 2017. The Mammoths finished 2018 with a dismal 3-13 record.

SAN ANTONIO MUSTANGS SOLD!

San Antonio, Texas:  The San Antonio Mustangs have reportedly been sold according to league officials.  Local San Antonio business man Micah Williams.  The sale still has to be approved by league owners, but the rumor is the sale will go through without a hitch.

PANTHEON CUP III PREVIEW!

PANTHEON CUP III 


Eastern Conference Champions

(11-7) Birmingham Barbarians 

             Versus 

Western Conference Champions 

(13-5) Sacramento Crusaders 

Date: July 7, 2018

Place: Mapfre Stadium
Columbus, Ohio 

Line:  Sacramento by 5

EASTERN CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP RESULT: BIRMINGHAM ADVANCES!

#3 ( 11-7 ) Birmingham Barbarians- 27  #4 ( 12-6 ) Louisville Thoroughbreds- 23

Birmingham, Alabama:  Nic Grigsby ran in from two yards out for a touchdown, lifting the Birmingham Barbarians to a 27-23 victory over the Louisville Thoroughbreds and advance to their first Pantheon Cup appearance.

Grigsby finished rushing for 48 yards on 9 carries and 2 touchdowns. Rasheed Williams ran for 97 yards on 22 carries.  Trevor Harris completed only 9 of 13 passes for 104 yards and a touchdown. Rashard Higgins caught 2 passes for 63 yards and a score. Sean Whyte converted on 2 of 2 field goals. Beau Bell led the Barbarians defense with 9 tackles and a hurry.

Louisville was led by quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell, who competed 27 of 45 passes for 332 yards and 2 touchdowns with 1 interception. Ray Rice ran 20 times for 87 yards, plus 9 receptions for 60 yards. Josh Stewart had 10 receptions for 142 yards and two touchdowns. Josh Brown connected on 3 of 4 field goals. AJ Johnson led the defense with 9 tackles and 2 stuffs.

With the loss Louisville fell short in their quest to repeat as Pantheon Cup champions.

Birmingham will face the Western Conference Champion Sacramento Crusaders in Pantheon Cup III in Columbus Ohio on Saturday July 7 2018.

HEAD SHARK SWIMS INTO NEWER WATERS!

Miami, Florida:  Miami Sharks head coach Mike Singletary announced earlier today that he is stepping down to coach in the new Alliance of American Football League. Singletary compiled a record of 19-13-1 during his time in the AFFA, including leading the Sharks to the Southeastern Division Title in 2018.

Good Luck Coach!

WESTERN CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP RESULT: CRUSADERS ADVANCE!

#2 ( 13-5 ) Sacramento Crusaders- 26  #1 ( 13-5 ) Chicago Stags-23

Chicago, Illinois:  Stevan Ridley ran 19 times for 114 yards and 2 touchdowns as the Sacramento Crusaders advance to their second trip to the Pantheon Cup with a 26-23 victory over the Chicago Stags Saturday night. The Crusaders won the 2015 Inaugural Pantheon Cup title.

League MVP Trevone Boykin threw for 232 yards and a touchdown, while also rushing for 60 yards on 12 carries.  Kenny Still caught 3 passes for 97 yards and a score. DeMarco Sam had 3 receptions for 54 yards. Josh Lambo connected on 2 of 2 field goals with a long of 40 yards. Houston Battle and Geoff Tisdale led the defense with 8 tackles.

Brandon Doughty led the Stags, completing 19 of 26 passes for 232 yards and 2 touchdowns. He was sacked twice.

Alfred Morris ran 19 times for 82 yards and a touchdown.  Willie Snead caught 5 passes for 89 yards and a touchdown. Gator Hoskins had 4 receptions for 52 yards . Lucky White had a 7 yard touchdown reception in the loss for the Stags .

Sacramento will face the winner of the Eastern Conference Championship,  either Louisville or Birmingham in Pantheon Cup III in two weeks.

EASTERN CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP PREVIEW

# 4 ( 12-5 ) Louisville Thoroughbreds @ #3 (10-7 ) Birmingham Barbarians 

Date: June 24, 2018

Place:  Legion Field: Birmingham, Alabama 

Line: Birmingham by 1

WESTERN CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP PREVIEW

#2 ( 12-5 ) Sacramento Crusaders @ #1 ( 13-4 ) Chicago Stags 

Date: Saturday, June 23 2018

Place: Soldier Field, Chicago ILL 

Line: Chicago by 4

SABAN VISITS!

Birmingham, Alabama:  University of Alabama head football coach Nick Saban made a surprise visit to the Birmingham Barbarians practice at the team's practice facility in Birmingham earlier today.

" Nick called earlier this week asking if he could come watch the team practice. I told him sure, but was a bit surprised when he showed up this morning. " said Birmingham head coach Norv Turner.

Saban reportedly stayed for a little over an hour and spoke briefly with the team, wishing them luck in their upcoming playoff matchup this coming Sunday at Legion Field. The Barbarians host the defending Pantheon Cup champion Louisville Thoroughbreds for the Eastern Conference Championship and a spot in the 2018 Pantheon Cup Championship game.

AFFA CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIPS SCHEDULE

Saturday, June 23, 2018
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WESTERN CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP 
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#2 (12-5) Sacramento Crusaders @ #1 (13-4) Chicago Stags 


EASTERN CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP 
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Sunday,  June 24, 2018
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#4 (12-5) Louisville Thoroughbreds @ #3 (10-7) Birmingham Barbarians 

AFFA SUNDAY CONFERENCE PLAY-OFF RESULTS:

#4 (12-5) Louisville Thoroughbreds- 34  #1 (12-4-1) Miami Sharks- 20

Miami, Florida:  Bo Levi Mitchell threw for 273 yards and 2 touchdowns on 19 of 25 passing as the Louisville Thoroughbreds score 21 unanswered fourth quarter points to defeat the Miami Sharks 34-20 to advance to the Eastern Conference Championship game next week in Birmingham against the Birmingham Barbarians.

Ray Rice ran 18 times for 105 yards and a touchdown, plus caught 3 passes for 50 yards and a score. Ben Malena ran for a touchdown while rushing for 32 yards on 8 carries, plus a touchdown reception while catching 4 passes for 59 yards. Josh Brown connected on 2 of 2 field goals with a long of 55 yards. Alex Hall led the defense with 7 tackles, 2 sacks and a stuff. Carl Lawson had 5 tackles and a sack, a stuff and a interception.

Zach Collaros completed 15 of 25 passes for 200 yards and 2 touchdowns. He threw 2 interceptions and was sacked 5 times.

David Cobb ran 25 times for 97 yards and a touchdown. Ezell Ruffin had 4 receptions for 89 yards and 2 touchdowns. Winston Guy led the defense with 10 tackles and a forced fumble.


#2 (12-5) Sacramento Crusaders- 20  #3 (10-7) Albuquerque Aztecs- 13

Sacramento, California:  Trevone Boykin proved he deserved MVP award, throwing for 292 yards and a touchdown, while also rushing for 59 yards on 16 carries to lead the Sacramento Crusaders to a 20-13 win over the Albuquerque Aztecs and advance to the Western Conference Championship game in Chicago next week.

Stevan Ridley ran 20 times for 47 yards. Vic Ballard ran for a touchdown, while rushing for 37 yards on 3 carries. Kenny Still caught 4 passes for 93 yards and a touchdown. Marquez North had 5 receptions for 74 yards. Houston Battle led the defense with 7 tackles and 3 stuffs.

Travis Lulay completed 14 of 28 passes for 138 yards and a touchdown. Tim Cornett ran 16 times for 149 yards and a score, plus caught 6 passes for 51 yards. Rashad Green had a Touchdown reception, catching 3 passes for 37 yards. Richie Leon went 0 for 3 on field goal attempts. Josh Burris and Geno Hayes led the defense with 8 tackles.

2018 AFFA Awards

Offensive MVP:  Trevone Boykin  (QB) Sacramento

Defensive MVP:  Vontaez Burfict- (LB)  Dallas

Rushing Champion:  Tyler Ervin (RB) Georgia (1505, 15 TD's, 5.3 Avg)

League MVP:  Trevone Boykin (QB) Sacramento

LES MILES NAMED AFFA COACH OF THE YEAR!

MILES AFFA COACH OF THE YEAR 
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St.Louis Scouts head coach Les Miles has been named AFFA Coach of the Year for 2018. Miles led the expansion Scouts to an 11-5 record which was good enough for a second place finish in the Great Lakes Division and a Wild Card playoff berth . Miles is best known as being LSU Tigers former head coach where he was very successful. 

BOYKIN AWARDED MVP OF AFFA

Sacramento Crusaders quarterback Trevone Boykin was voted as AFFA League MVP it was announced yesterday by league officials. 

Boykin completed 61.9 percent of his passes for 3964 yards and 28 touchdowns with 6 interceptions in leading the Crusaders to the Pacific Division title and a playoff berth . Boykin also ran for 884 yards and 9 touchdowns on 186 carries. 

" I am truly honored by this award and deeply grateful. Thank you so very much!" stated Boykin. 

PANTHEON CUP HISTORY

PANTHEON CUP HISTORY 
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2015:  SACRAMENTO-38  CAROLINA-20  ( NEW YORK)
2016: DNP ( RESTRUCTURING)
2017: LOUISVILLE- 31  UTAH- 24 ( MIAMI, FLORIDA )
2018:  TBD  ( COLUMBUS, OHIO)

Sunday's AFFA Play-off Preview

WESTERN CONFERENCE 
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# 3 (10-6) Albuquerque Aztecs @ #2 (11-5) Sacramento Crusaders 

Date: 6-17-18

Place: Hughes Stadium,  Sacramento Calif 

Line: Sacramento by 4


EASTERN CONFERENCE 
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#4 (11-5) Louisville Thoroughbreds @ #1 (12-3-1) Miami Sharks 

Date: 6-17-18

Place :  FIU Stadium, Miami Florida 

Line:  Miami by 2

AFFA CONFERENCE PLAY-OFF RESULTS! BIRMINGHAM, CHICAGO ADVANCE!!!

EASTERN CONFERENCE 
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#3 (10-7) Birmingham Barbarians- 30   #2 (11-6) Pittsburgh Ironmen- 27

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania:  Sean Whyte kicked a game winning 33 yard field goal with forty five seconds remaining as the Birmingham Barbarians upset the Pittsburgh Ironmen 30-27 to advance to the Eastern Conference Championship next weekend.

Trevor Harris completed 18 of 29 passes for 187 yards and a touchdown. He threw 1 interception and was sacked twice.

Rasheed Williams ran 27 times for 142 yards and  Rex Burkhead ran for a touchdown.  Rashard Higgins caught 6 passes for 105 yards and a touchdown. Jakeem Grant had 181 yards on 5 kick returns, including a 99 yard return for a touchdown. Sean Whyte went 3for 3on field goal attempts including the game winner. Darius Latham led the defense with 6 tackles and 2 sacks.

Pittsburgh was led by Alex Carder who completed 17 of 23 passing for 210 yards and 2 touchdowns. He was sacked 3 times.

Tyler Gaffney ran for 65 yards on 13 carries. Luke Wilson had 8 receptions for 112yards and two touchdowns. Swayze Waters converted on 2 of 2 field goal attempts.


WESTERN CONFERENCE 
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#1 (13-4) Chicago Stags-27  #4 (11-6) St.Louis Scouts- 21

Chicago, Illinois:  Roger Lewis had 5 receptions for 120 yards and 3 touchdowns in leading the Chicago Stags to the Western Conference Championship game next week with a 27-21 victory over the St.Louis Scouts before a large crowd at Soldier Field Saturday night.

Brandon Doughty completed 15 of 16 passes for 222 yards and 3 touchdowns. He was sacked once.

Alfred Morris ran 23 times for 147 yards.  Zac Brooks ran 10 times for 86 yards and a score for the Stags .

Robert Griffin III completed 15 of 22 passes for 153 yards. He was sacked 3 times. He also ran for a touchdown, while rushing for 17 yards on 4 carries.

Jerome Messum ran for 164 yards on 28 carries and a score, plus caught 8 passes for 92 yards. Tyreek Hill had a 72 yard punt return for a touchdown in the loss for St.Louis.

AFFA Saturday Conference Play-off Preview (6-16-18)

EASTERN CONFERENCE 
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#3 (9-7) Birmingham @ #2 (11-5) Pittsburgh 

Date: 6-15
-18

Place: Heinz Field, Pittsburgh Pa 

Line:  Pittsburgh by 4


WESTERN CONFERENCE 
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#4 (11-5) St.Louis @ #1 (12-4) Chicago 

Date:  6-15-18

Place:  Soldier Field,  Chicago ILL 

Line: Chicago by 3

AFFA Leaders (6-15-18) Top Ten

LEADERS 
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Rushing 
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                                     Att-Yds-Lng-Td 1. T. Ervin (Georgia)  286- 1505- 32-15
2.  D. Cobb (Mia)  345- 1465- 41- 15
3. M. Coprich (S.A.)  246- 1384- 45- 17
4. J. Crockett (Phi)  270- 1332- 35- 17
5. A. Andrews (Den) 231- 1332- 45- 13
6. J. Ajayi (L.A.)  233- 1328- 41- 16
7. K. Bibbs (Hou)  256- 1259- 41- 26
8. S. Ridley (Sac)  244- 1085- 68- 17
9. Burkhead (Bir)  212- 1068- 50- 12
10. Smallwood (Por)  189- 1064- 36- 7

Receiving 
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                               No-Yds-Lng-Td
1. W. Snead (Chi)  134- 1569- 37-12
2. J. Harper (Okl)  106- 1333- 80- 8
3. R. Lewis (Chi)  103- 1858- 77- 16
4. I. Burse  (Orl)  101- 1152- 74- 6
5. T. Shuler (Alb)  96- 1138- 33- 3
6. C. Owens (Va)  87- 979- 64- 7
7. B. Sasser (Dal)  84- 1151- 57- 10
8. M. Pruitt (Clb)  82- 989- 69- 8
9. E. Rogers (Pitt)  82- 1099- 53- 8
10. R. Greene (Alb) 82- 1011- 40- 8

Passing 
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                                 Comp%-Yds-Int-TD-Rating
1. B. Doughty (Chi)  65.8- 5182- 6- 42  113.5
2. RG3 (St.L)  66.1- 3188- 3- 26  109.6
3. M. Reilly (Dal)  64.8- 4774- 5- 37  108.6
4. M. Johnson (Okl)  64.7- 4296- 7- 32  105.5
5. T. Boykin (Sac)  61.9- 3964- 6- 28  102.5
6. B. Bennett (Por) 70.8- 2673- 4- 17  102.4
7. C. Cameron (Ark )  63.3- 3812- 4- 29  102.0
8. Z. Collaros ( Mia)  64.8- 3459- 5- 22  101.3
9. T. Boyd (S.A.)  59.5- 2040- 6- 17  95.8
10. R. Ray (Mem)  61.2- 3594- 6- 26  95.6

Interceptions 
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                                  No-Yds-Avg-Lng-Td
1. M. Leggett (St.L)  5- 174- 34.8- 104- 2
2. M. Williams (NY)  4- 39- 9.8- 34- 0
3. Canady  (Car)  4- 47- 43-1
4. D. Smith (Den)  4- 130- 32.5- 65- 1
5. D. Stewart (Clb)  3- 15- 5.0- 15- 0
6. T. Sanders (Mia)  3- 100- 33.3-71- 1
7. Celiscar (Orl)  3- 44- 14.7- 41- 1
8. W. Parks (Mic)  3- 8- 2.7- 6- 0
9. S. Keo  (Lou)  3- 64- 21.3- 44-0
10. Williams (Alb)  3- 97- 32.3- 84- 0

Sacks 
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                            No
1. Edebali  ( Bir)  9
2. E. Roberts (Mem)  8
3. C. Smith  (S.A.)  8
4. Okpalaugo (Phil) 7
5. A. Okafor  (Ark)  7
6. Lattimore  (Pitt)  7
7. C. Reed  (Lou)  7
8. J. Bowman  (HFD)  6
9. J. Elliott  (Clb)  6
10. T. Laurent  (Mic)  6

Tackles 
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                                No
1. G. Hayes (Dal)  110
2. A. Williams  (Ark)  108
3. Trevathan  (Phi)  102
4. M. Spaight  (Orl)  98
5. Williamson  (Alb)  98
6. V. Williams  (Den)  98
7. J. Norris  (Hou)  97
8. J. Ryan   (Den)  96
9. P. Steward  (CLb)  96
10. Lawrence (Lou)  93

Kick Returns 
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                             No-Yds-Avg-Lng-Td
1. D. Long (Mia)  21- 662- 31.5- 99- 2
2. L. Jerome  (Lou)  18- 563- 31.3- 88- 1
3. M. Edwards (Pitt) 44- 1313- 29.8- 93- 3
4. B. Banks  (Pitt)  22- 646- 29.4- 88- 2
5. S. Williams (Okl) 39- 1132- 29.0- 78-0
6. Luckett (Va)  30- 854- 28.5- 92- 2
7. Boehringer (Ark)  50- 1410- 28.2- 3
8. AJ Cruz (St.L)  49- 1309- 26.7- 99- 3
9. T. White (Clb)  23- 605- 26.3- 87- 1
10. D. Johnson (Okl)  23- 605- 26.3- 1

Punt Returns 
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                             No-FC-Yds-Avg-Lng- TD
1. J. Rogers (Car)  22-0- 438-19.9- 46-0
2. T. Ervin (Ga)  16-0-298-18.6-69-0
3. D. Thomas (S.A.)  21-0-369-17.6-70-2
4. N. Harwell (Mic)  25-0-436-17.4-73-1
5. Chancellor (Dal)  33-0-494-15.0-63-1
6. S. Keo (Lou)  23-0-328-14.3-25-0
7. J. Stewart (Lou)  29-7-392-13.5-62-1
8. J. Arenas (Mem)  40-0-491-12.3- 20- 0
9. T. White (Clb)  33-0-393-11.9-83-1
10. McRoberts (Bir)  18-0-206-11.4-82-2

Kicking 
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                                Att/Made-AV-Lng-Points
1. S. Waters (Pitt)  43/38  88.4  54  161
2. J. Brown (Lou)  34/31  91.2  52   148
3. J. Medlock (Dal)  34/31  91.2  50  139
4. A. Phillips  (St.L)  34/27  79.4  51  130
5. S. Whyte  ( Bir)  29/29  100.0  51  127
6. J. Manton (Ark)  27/24  88.9  51  126
7. M. Lewis  (Phi)  29/27  93.1  49  117
8. Oberkrom (Mic)  39/27  69.2  58  114
9. A. Henery (Den)  29/24  82.8  49  114
10. S. Fricken (Mia)  30/23  76.7  50  113

Punting 
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                               Avg
1. R. Leone (Alb) 48.9
2. T. Hackett (Por)  47.5
3. B. Dales  (S.A.)  47.3
4. S. Waters  (Pitt)  46.9
5. D. Zastudil  (Car)  45.7
6. D. Kasar  (Chi)  45.7
7. K. Loomis (Phi)  45.6
8. W. Bauman (Den)  45.1
9. R. Allen  (Ark)  45.0
10. N. O'Toole  (Mia)  44.9

2018 ALL-AFFA TEAM (1ST TEAM)

First Team ALL-AFFA TEAM 
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OFFENSE 
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RB-  T. Ervin  (Georgia)
RB-  J. Ajayi  (Los Angeles)
WR- R. Lewis  (Chicago)
WR- W. Snead  (Chicago)
QB- T. Boykin  ( Sacramento)
TE-  M. Pruitt (Columbus)
C-  J. Toth  (San Antonio)
G-  A. Everett  (Columbus)
G-  A. Steen   (Carolina )
T-  Jefferson  (Oklahoma)
T-  D. Baldwin  (Dallas)

DEFENSE 
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DT-  G. Jarrett  (Dallas)
DT-  T. Laurent  (Michigan)
DE-  C. Tapper  (Arkansas)
DE-  C. Jones  ( Houston)
ILB-  V. Burfict  (Dallas)
OLB-  Trevathan  (Philadelphia)
OLB-  T. Smith   (Birmingham)
CB-  M. Leggett   (St.Louis)
CB-  J. Norman  (Dallas )
S-  Munnerlyn   (Carolina)
S-  A. Allen   ( San Antonio)

Special Team 
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K-  S. Waters  ( Pittsburgh)
P-  T. Hackett  (Portland)
KR-  Boehringer ( Arkansas)
PR-  Chancellor  (Dallas)

FINAL REGULAR SEASON POWER POLL

Power Poll
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1. Chicago Stags   (12-4)
2. Miami Sharks   (12-3-1)
3. St.Louis Scouts   (11-5)
4. Louisville Thoroughbreds   (11-5)
5. Los Angeles Pharoahs   (10-6)
6. Pittsburgh Ironmen   (11-5)
7. Columbus Aviators   (8-8)
8. Portland Pioneers   (9-7)
9. Albuquerque Aztecs   (10-6)
10. Arkansas Rhinos   (8-8)
11. Sacramento Crusaders   (11-5)
12. Memphis HoundDogs   (9-7)
13. Birmingham Barbarians   (9-7)
14. Dallas Outlaws   (9-7)
15. Houston Wranglers   (9-7)
16. Oklahoma Roughnecks   (8-8)
17. Philadelphia Americans   (8-8)
18. Denver Miners   (8-8)
19. San Antonio Mustangs   (6-10)
20. Carolina Breakers   (7-9)
21. Virginia Tritons   (7-9)
22. Orlando Vipers   (6-10)
23. Utah Mammoths   (3-13)
24. New York Empire   (5-11)
25. Michigan Panthers   (5-11)
26. Omaha Bulls   (4-12)
27. Hartford Sentinels   (4-12)
28. Georgia Generals   (3-12-1)

Evans Gone In Philly!

Philadelphia Fires Heath Evans!

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania:  Two back to back 8-8 seasons wasn't good enough to save Philadelphia head coach Heath Evans. The club announced in a press conference earlier today that Evans will no longer be the Americans head coach.

" The Philadelphia Americans and coach Heath Evans have decided to part ways. We are extremely grateful for coach Evans leadership this past couple of years. We wish him the best in his future endeavors." said team Vice President Sheryl Davis.

The Americans under Evans leadership started slow, then finished strong to finish at 8-8 the last two seasons. They have never made the playoffs.

Final AFFA 2018 Standings

EASTERN CONFERENCE 
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Atlantic Division 
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X- Pittsburgh Ironmen         11-5
Philadelphia Americans        8-8
Virginia Tritons                       7-9
New York Empire                   5-11
Hartford Sentinels                 4-12

Southeastern Division 
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X- Miami Sharks                      12-3-1
Y-Louisville Thoroughbreds      11-5
Carolina Breakers                      7-9
Orlando Vipers                          5-11
Georgia Generals                     3-12-1

Mid South Division 
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X- Birmingham Barbarians    9-7
Memphis HoundDogs            9-7
Dallas Outlaws                        9-7
Arkansas Rhinos                     8-8


WESTERN CONFERENCE 
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Great Lakes Division 
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X- Chicago Stags         12-4
Y- St.Louis Scouts       11-5
Columbus Aviators        8-8
Michigan Panthers        5-11
Omaha Bulls                   4-12

Frontier Division 
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X- Albuquerque Aztecs       10-6
Houston Wranglers               9-7
Oklahoma Roughnecks        8-8
San Antonio Mustangs        6-10

Pacific Division 
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X- Sacramento Crusaders       11-5
Los Angeles Pharoahs             10-5
Portland Pioneers                       9-7
Denver Miners                             8-8
Utah Mammoths                        3-13

A.F.F.A PLAY-OFFS SET!

EASTERN CONFERENCE 
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#4 (11-5) Louisville @ #1 (12-3-1) Miami  (Sunday June 17 )

#3 (9-7) Birmingham @ #2 (11-5) Pittsburgh  (Saturday June 16)


WESTERN CONFERENCE 
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#4 (11-5) St.Louis @ #1 (12-4) Chicago  (Saturday June 16)

#3 (10-6) Albuquerque @ #2 (11-5) Sacramento  ( Sunday June 17)

A.F.F.A SUNDAY (6-10-19) RESULTS

(5-11) New York Empire - 34  (4-12) Hartford Sentinels - 10

Storrs ,Connecticut:  Johnny Manziel threw for 2 touchdowns and ran for another as the New York Empire defeated the Hartford Sentinels 34-10 at Rentschler Field Sunday afternoon.

Manziel completed 15 of 23 passes for 271 yards and 2 touchdowns . He also ran 8 times for 45 yards and a score. Lamar Miller ran 13 times for 76 yards, plus caught 4 passes for 68 yards and a touchdown  . Ross Scheurman ran 13 times for 48 yards and a score. Aaron Burbridge had a touchdown reception, catching 3 passes for 52 yards. Marcus Williams and Corey Moore each had 6 tackles to lead the defense .

Hartford was led by quarterback Connor Halliday ,who completed 27 of 48 passes for 265 yards. He was intercepted once.  Taylor Heinicke completed 2 of 5 passes for 13 yards late.

Aaron Green ran for a touchdown while rushing for 57 yards on 6 carries .Antwan Goodley caught 5 passes for 88 yards.  Jordan Payton had 6 receptions for 47 yards . Danny Lansanah led the defense with 8 tackles.

(8-8) Philadelphia Americans - 50  (4-12) Omaha - 28

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania:  Alex Tanney completed 26 of 33 passes for 434 yards and 3 touchdowns as the Philadelphia Americans won their sixth straight with a 50-28 rout of the Omaha Bulls Sunday at Talen Energy Stadium Sunday in Philadelphia.

John Crockett rushed for 81 yards and a score on 11 carries.  Brandon Whitaker ran for 72 yards and 2 scores on 21 carries. D'Haquille Williams had 8 catches for 119 yards. Khari Lee caught 5 passes for 60 yards and a score. Rod Streater caught 4 passes for 59 yards and a score and Fred Stamps had a 58 yard touchdown reception , while catching 2 passes for 71 yards. Mark Lewis went 3 for 3 on field goal attempts .DJ White led the defense with 7 tackles, 1 pass deflection and a forced fumble.

Rakeem Cato completed 20 of 31 passes for 322 yards and 2 touchdowns, with one interception. He also ran for a touchdown while rushing for 20 yards on 4 carries to lead Omaha .

Trent Richardson ran 9 times for 37 yards and a score. Mike Thomas caught 6 passes for 123 yards and a touchdown. Fred Davis had 5 receptions for 99 yards and a touchdown. Dorin Grant led the defense with 10 tackles and a pass deflection .

(12-3-1) Miami Sharks - 48  (7-9) Carolina Breakers - 29

Miami ,Florida :  David Cobb ran for 183 yards and 3 touchdowns on 32 carries as the Miami Sharks pummeled the Carolina Breakers 48-29 at FIU Stadium Sunday.

Zach Collaros completed 12 of 19 passes for 131 yards and 2 touchdowns, while throwing one interception and was sacked once. Jordan Howard and Jonathan Grey each had touchdown runs in the contest. Ezell Ruffin had 4 catches for 55 yards and a score . Tajae Sharp caught 2 passes for 11 yards and a score. AJ Klein led the defense with 9 tackles , 1 sack, 1 pass deflection and a forced fumble.

Shane Carden completed 21 of 36 passes for 243 yards with 2 interceptions and was sacked twice 3 times for Carolina. Brady Quinn came in late, completing 2 of 4 passes for 30 yards and a touchdown.

Jacqiuzz Rodgers ran for a touchdown while rushing for only 47 yards on 5 carries, plus caught 5 passes for 61 yards . Luke Tasker caught 5 passes for 66 yards. Paul Lasike had a touchdown reception in the loss.

(8-8) Oklahoma Roughnecks - 30  (11-5) Pittsburgh Ironmen - 29

Norman, Oklahoma :  Chandler Jones caught 9 passes for 177 yards and 3 touchdowns as the Oklahoma Roughnecks slipped by the Pittsburgh Ironmen 30-29 at Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman Sunday.

Matt Johnson completed 23 of 36 passes for 335 yards and 3 touchdowns . Thomas Rawls ran for 83 yards on 11 carries. Josh Harper had 8 catches for 120 yards. Rene Parades went 3 for 3 on field goal attempts as the Roughnecks finish their season at 8-8. Devin Smith and Eric Murray each had 9 tackles to lead the defense.

Alex Carder completed 26 of 48 passes for 345 yards and a score , while being intercepted once and sacked twice.

Tyler Gaffney ran 14 times for 84 yards and a score . Alec Lemon had 8 receptions for 100 yards.  Eric Rogers caught 6 passes for 125 yards and a touchdown. Swayze Waters went 5 for 7 on field goals in the loss for the Ironmen . Mike Hull recorded 9 tackles, 1 stuff and 2 forced fumbles .

(10-6) Los Angeles Pharaohs - 38  (10-6) Albuquerque Aztecs - 17

Albuquerque ,New Mexico :  Jeff Driskell threw for 299 yards and a touchdown as the Los Angeles Pharaohs defeated the Albuquerque Aztecs  38-17 at University Stadium in Albuquerque Sunday evening .

Jay Ajayi ran 11 times for 44 yards and 2 touchdowns. Terrell Watson ran 6 times for 23 yards and a score. Andy Jones caught 6 passes for 111 yards. Eric Ward had 6 receptions for 127 yards and a touchdown . Shaquelle Evans had a 79 yard punt return for a touchdown. Eddie Moten recorded 8 tackles.

Travis Lulay completed 22 of 39 passing for 215 yards ,with one interception and was sacked once.  Ray Graham ran for 110 yards and 2 touchdowns on 14 carries. Tim Cornett had 12 carries for 68 yards. Tommy Shuler had 7 catches for 82 yards .Rashad Green caught 8 passes for 75 yards in the loss for the Aztecs.

(11-5) Sacramento Crusaders - 34  (3-13 ) Utah Mammoths - 31

Sacramento ,California:  Trevone Boykin threw 2 touchdowns and ran for another as the Sacramento Crusaders claim the Pacific Division title with a 34-31 victory over the Utah Mammoths Sunday night .

Boykin completed 18 of 32 passes for 217 yards ,with 2 interceptions. He also ran 20 times for 140 yards and a touchdown . Stevan Ridley ran 16 times for 69 yards . Marquez North had 7 receptions for 97 yards and a score. Kenny Still caught 6 passes for 48 yards and a touchdown.  Josh Johnson had 8 tackles and a pass deflection.

Dak Prescott completed 17 of 31 passes for 188 yards and a touchdown, plus ran 11 times for 49 yards.  Devontae Booker ran for 2 touchdowns while rushing for 32 yards on 7 carries. DeAndre Carter had 6 receptions for 68 yards and a score. Dezmin Lewis had a 46 yard touchdown reception, catching 2 passes for 61 yards for the Mammoths .

(8-8) Arkansas Rhinos - 31  (5-11) Michigan Panthers - 14

Detroit ,Michigan:  Colby Cameron threw for 328 yards and 3 touchdowns on 23 of 28 passing as the Arkansas Rhinos pounded the Michigan Panthers 31-14 at Ford Field Sunday night.

Brandon Rutley ran for a touchdown while rushing for 34 yards on 7 carries. Rannell Hall had 5 catches for 68 yards . Alex Bayer had 4 receptions for 66 yards and 2 touchdowns. Mike Davis caught 3 passes for 94 yards, including a 72 yard touchdown reception as the Rhinos finished at 8-8.

Cody Kessler completed 23 of 34 passing for 240 yards and sacked twice. John Roberson threw a touchdown pass, completing 23 of 34 passes.

Malcolm Mitchell ran 7 times for 71 yards.  Paul Perkins ran for a touchdown while rushing for 28 yards on 5 carries . Nick Harwell had a 15 yard touchdown reception for the Panthers  who finished 3-13.

(6-10) San Antonio Mustangs - 38  (11-5) St.Louis Scouts - 27

St.Louis, Missouri :  Tajh Boyd completed 21 of 34 passes for 242 yards and 3 touchdowns and sacked once, as the San Antonio Mustangs defeated the St.Louis Scouts 38-27 at the Dome of America in St.Louis.

Marshaun Coprich ran for 45 yards and a touchdown on 18 carries.  Michael Ford ran for a touchdown while rushing for 18 yards on 3 carries. Jamaal Jones caught 6 passes for 88 yards and a touchdown. Adarius Bowman had 6 receptions for 71 yards and a score. Kenneth Farrow had 4 catches for 33 yards and a touchdown . TJ Jones caught 5 passes for 73 yards in the win. Juwan Simpson and Greg Henderson each had 8 tackles to lead the defense.

Robert Griffin III completed 17 of 24 passes for 180 yards and 2 touchdowns, while being sacked 4 times.

Jerome Messum ran 21 times for 140 yards and a touchdown. Nick Toon caught 3 passes for 57 yards and a score. EJ Bibbs had a touchdown reception while catching 3 passes for 26 yards. Taylor Loffler led the defense with 9 tackles and 1 pass deflection in the loss for St.Louis .