From Heartbreak to History: Kings Flip the Script in OT Thriller

April 17, 2026 - HOUSTON, TX - Of course it went to overtime again. One week after their nightmare finish, the Kings found themselves right back in the same spot, but this time, they flipped the script. Louisville outdueled Houston in a wild overtime battle, securing the first win in franchise history. With both teams desperate and the midway point approaching fast, this had the feel of an early must-win. It also marked the first Thursday night game in UFL history, and it delivered. Louisville wasted no time. One yard shy of the four-... Full Story

Blue Bombers Sign Quarterback Taylor Elgersma

April 16, 2026 - WINNIPEG, MB. - The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today announce the club has signed Canadian quarterback Taylor Elgersma. Elgersma (6-5, 227, Wilfrid Laurier University; born: March 27, 2002, in London, Ont.) joins the club after being selected in the second round, 18th overall, of the 2025 CFL Canadian Draft. He was most recently with the Birmingham Stallions of the UFL but did not see any action due to work visa issues. Following the CFL Draft last spring, Elgersma was signed by the Green Bay Packers on May 12, 2025, att... Full Story

Undefeated Pirates Face Jacksonville Friday

April 16, 2026 - ORLANDO, FL - The 3-0 Orlando Pirates, the leaders in the Eastern Conference and the only undefeated team in the Indoor Football League face the 1-1 Jacksonville Sharks Friday at 7:00 pm at the Vystar Veterans Memorial Arena. After a 2-0 homestand the Pirates look for their second road win on the season. The Series: The Sharks lead the all-time series 6-5 over the Pirates The Last Meeting: May 29, 2025 Pirates Over Sharks 43-29 Pirates running back Pooka Williams ran for 119 yards and scored two touchdowns as... Full Story

Lions Add Free Agent C.J. Coldon to Secondary

April 16, 2026 - (Vancouver) - The BC Lions announced today the signing of American defensive back C.J. Coldon. "C.J. is a young, talented defensive back who gives us another weapon on defence. He will be expected to compete right away," said general manager Ryan Rigmaiden. Coldon (5'11, 185 lbs)- moves west after spending parts of the last two seasons with the Ottawa REDBLACKS. After signing with Ottawa in September 2024, he appeared in one game that season with seven defensive tackles and a forced fumble. Coldon started 17 games a... Full Story

• From Heartbreak to History: Kings Flip the Script in OT Thriller - Louisville Kings (UFL) April 17
• Houston Comes up Empty in Overtime After Strong Rally - Houston Gamblers (UFL) April 17
• Blue Bombers Sign Quarterback Taylor Elgersma - Winnipeg Blue Bombers (CFL) April 16
• Undefeated Pirates Face Jacksonville Friday - Orlando Pirates (IFL) April 16
• Lions Add Free Agent C.J. Coldon to Secondary - B.C. Lions (CFL) April 16
• Tiger-Cats Add American Running Back Micah Bernard - Hamilton Tiger-Cats (CFL) April 16
• UFL Adds Cricket Wireless to Sponsorship Roster for 2026 Season - (UFL) April 16
• Inside the UFL - (UFL) April 16
• RedBlacks Release Lewis Ward - Ottawa RedBlacks (CFL) April 16
• Saskatchewan Roughriders Release Receiver Ajou Ajou - Saskatchewan Roughriders (CFL) April 16
• Ajou Suspended No Fewer Than Six Games for Violation of Gender-Based Violence and Harassment Policy - (CFL) April 16
• Week 6 Preview: Sharks vs Pirates - Jacksonville Sharks (IFL) April 15
• Big Performances Earn Butler, Roberson, Shirden Week Three Honors - (UFL) April 15
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