TSSZNews 1051 Posted April 10, 2020 Share Posted April 10, 2020 On 3/20/2020 at 8:26 PM, TSSZNews said: Truth be told, I don't think it's coming back. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/17528-2020-xfl-season/page/3/#findComment-243811 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoubleDare 3 Posted April 10, 2020 Share Posted April 10, 2020 That's a shame because I liked XFL 2.0 alot more than XFL 1.0. It didn't even last longer than the short lived AAF. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/17528-2020-xfl-season/page/3/#findComment-243812 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Frog 429 Posted April 10, 2020 Author Share Posted April 10, 2020 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/17528-2020-xfl-season/page/3/#findComment-243813 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Action Newsroom 1281 Posted April 10, 2020 Share Posted April 10, 2020 Damn. The games I watched (almost all on Fox) were very entertaining and worth wasting a weekend evening on. Hopefully it'll come back after next season, cause I pictured it lasting a few years. Oh well. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/17528-2020-xfl-season/page/3/#findComment-243814 Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdamTheJ 90 Posted April 10, 2020 Share Posted April 10, 2020 56 minutes ago, Action Newsroom said: Damn. The games I watched (almost all on Fox) were very entertaining and worth wasting a weekend evening on. Hopefully it'll come back after next season, cause I pictured it lasting a few years. Oh well. It isn’t coming back. A real shame. We can only hope this pandemic will finally end, and someone will create a kickstarter for the XFL afterward because it was so heartbreaking to see it end like that. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/17528-2020-xfl-season/page/3/#findComment-243815 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Action Newsroom 1281 Posted April 10, 2020 Share Posted April 10, 2020 10 minutes ago, nbc4ne said: It isn’t coming back. A real shame. We can only hope this pandemic will finally end, and someone will create a kickstarter for the XFL afterward because it was so heartbreaking to see it end like that. I did say "hopefully". That's the idealist in me. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/17528-2020-xfl-season/page/3/#findComment-243816 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DonDonP1 118 Posted April 10, 2020 Share Posted April 10, 2020 3 hours ago, Georgie56 said: Just like the AAF, XFL is one-and-done. XFL discontinued for good again? Man, oh, man. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/17528-2020-xfl-season/page/3/#findComment-243818 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Frog 429 Posted April 13, 2020 Author Share Posted April 13, 2020 XFL has filed for Chapter 11. Quote "The XFL quickly captured the hearts and imaginations of millions of people who love football. Unfortunately, as a new enterprise, we were not insulated from the harsh economic impacts and uncertainties caused by the COVID-19 crisis. Accordingly, we have filed a voluntary petition for relief under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. This is a heartbreaking time for many, including our passionate fans, players and staff, and we are thankful to them, our television partners, and the many Americans who rallied to the XFL for the love of football." https://www.tmz.com/2020/04/13/xfl-bankruptcy-league-fold-millions-lay-offs/ EDIT: Interestingly, THR reports that they're seeking a buyer: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/vince-mcmahons-xfl-files-bankruptcy-up-sale-1290073 Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/17528-2020-xfl-season/page/3/#findComment-243933 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Action Newsroom 1281 Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 The XFL may have hope again. It was officially purchased by former WWE superstar Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, his business partner Dany Garcia and RedBird Capital Partners for $15 million. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/17528-2020-xfl-season/page/3/#findComment-248499 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tvtime07 252 Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 Is the Rock thinking that third time is the charm? Guys, let the XFL rest already. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/17528-2020-xfl-season/page/3/#findComment-248503 Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhillyWatch 239 Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 58 minutes ago, tvtime07 said: Is the Rock thinking that third time is the charm? Guys, let the XFL rest already. Since the reboot never really had a chance to finish their season because of covid, wouldn't this be the 2nd and 1/2 time? That worked well for Cryer & Sheen for a few seasons! Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/17528-2020-xfl-season/page/3/#findComment-248506 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hfiles 80 Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 The 2020 relaunch proved that spring football can provide an entertaining product with a following. It was just poor timing that COVID came along and cancelled the second half of the season. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/17528-2020-xfl-season/page/3/#findComment-248507 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 1047 Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 $15 mil (split 3 ways) isn’t that big of a risk, so I can understand The Rock making the investment. Whoever the TV partner is needs to treat it like the NFL and present it that way. Enough with the stupid gimmicks and whatnot. I like what Fox did, so that’s a good starting point. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/17528-2020-xfl-season/page/3/#findComment-248529 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Action Newsroom 1281 Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 5 hours ago, tvtime07 said: Is the Rock thinking that third time is the charm? Guys, let the XFL rest already. I disagree. The ratings were solid - if not good, people came out for games, Fox put it's all into presentation and personally I enjoyed the games I watched on it. Vince McMahon's antics and (especially) COVID really put Round 2 to a halt. And now with The Rock's ownership, I think the XFL will return next year just as big and exciting as ever. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/17528-2020-xfl-season/page/3/#findComment-248540 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hfiles 80 Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 13 hours ago, Action Newsroom said: I think the XFL will return next year just as big and exciting as ever. I'm interested to see if the XFL returns in the "traditional" ten week season, one week playoff for the top two teams in each division, and Championship game format, or if they're going to do something more like the twelve-week tournament format that was pitched in part of the sale process. Quote “The Debtor has modeled for 2021 a “made-for-TV,” 12-week tournament-style approach to its business. The XFL is also well positioned to, if necessary, deliver a crowd-free experience that could thrive in the current environment, given the XFL’s existing innovations such as in-game audio from players and coaches and live on-screen sports wagering information.” Source: XFL News Hub And if the NFL season goes the way I expect it to, the XFL might be our next good chance for football. Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/17528-2020-xfl-season/page/3/#findComment-248561 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hfiles 80 Posted August 7, 2020 Share Posted August 7, 2020 The XFL Sale is official. New ownership group takes over in two weeks! Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/17528-2020-xfl-season/page/3/#findComment-248695 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Frog 429 Posted March 10, 2021 Author Share Posted March 10, 2021 Amid preparations for a 2022 season, a potential 'partnership' with the CFL is being discussed. https://www.si.com/xfl/2021/03/10/cfl-xfl-discuss-potential-partnership Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/17528-2020-xfl-season/page/3/#findComment-257731 Share on other sites More sharing options...
dman748 1256 Posted March 11, 2021 Share Posted March 11, 2021 7 hours ago, The Frog said: Amid preparations for a 2022 season, a potential 'partnership' with the CFL is being discussed. https://www.si.com/xfl/2021/03/10/cfl-xfl-discuss-potential-partnership I smell a merger between the 2 leagues because it would make no sense to halt 2022 plans without some sort of a merger talk with the CFL and I feel like this last part of the statement suggests that a merger of the 2 leagues is most likely: Quote "Blending the CFL’s rich heritage with our fresh thinking, and the unique reach and experience of our ownership, could be transformative for the game." Link to comment https://localnewstalk.net/topic/17528-2020-xfl-season/page/3/#findComment-257751 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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