Last Week around the Leagues

April 28, 2026 - This past week the National Women's Soccer League awarded it 18th franchise to Columbus, Ohio, the Frontier League announced it will rebrand as the National Association of Professional Baseball next season, and the United Football League announced Washington, DC, as the host of the 2026 United Bowl. Highlights from this week come from the National Women's Soccer League, Major League Soccer, United Soccer League Championship, Major Arena Soccer League, United Football League, Canadian Football League, National Arena Leagu... Full Story

Alouettes Add American Running Back, Offensive Lineman

April 27, 2026 - Montreal - The Montreal Alouettes announced Monday that they have signed running back Jeffery Pittman and offensive lineman Blake Bustard to a two-year contract (2026, 2027). Both Americans played for Southern Mississippi University. Pittman (6'1", 215 lbs.) began his career with the Mississippi State Bulldogs in 2023 before joining the Southern Mississippi Golden Eagles two years later. In 2025, the native of Taylorsville, Mississippi appeared in 11 games, rushing for 705 yards on 156 carries and scoring eight touchdo... Full Story

UFL Hits Midseason Mark as Playoff Picture Takes Shape

April 27, 2026 - ARLINGTON, TX - The UFL season has officially reached its halfway point following Week Five. With five weeks remaining, the favorites have emerged, and every team remains within striking distance as the playoff race begins to take form. Week Five kicked off Friday night in Birmingham, where DC continued its offensive tear. The Defenders notched their third 40+ point performance of the season behind Jordan Ta'amu's best outing yet. Ta'amu threw for 275 yards and four touchdowns, posting a stellar 150.6 passer rating. Xa... Full Story

Riders Sign Three Time All-Conference Offensive Lineman Thomas Perry

April 27, 2026 - The Saskatchewan Roughriders have signed American offensive lineman Thomas Perry. Perry (6'3-312) attended NFL rookie mini-camps with the Baltimore Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers in 2025. Collegiately, he spent four seasons (2021-2024) at Vermont-based Middlebury College suiting up for 34 games as a Panther. A starter at guard in each of his final 30 collegiate games, Perry was named to the 2024 Division III Walter Camp and American Football Coaches Association All-American teams. Perry was also a First-Team All-New... Full Story

• Last Week around the Leagues - (UFL) April 28
• Alouettes Add American Running Back, Offensive Lineman - Montreal Alouettes (CFL) April 27
• Lions Sign Three - B.C. Lions (CFL) April 27
• UFL Hits Midseason Mark as Playoff Picture Takes Shape - (UFL) April 27
• Riders Sign Three Time All-Conference Offensive Lineman Thomas Perry - Saskatchewan Roughriders (CFL) April 27
• RedBlacks Sign Luiji Vilain to Three-Year Contract - Ottawa RedBlacks (CFL) April 27
• Stamps Set for CFL Canadian Draft and CFL Global Draft - Calgary Stampeders (CFL) April 27
• Tiger-Cats Add American QB Jacobian Morgan & American OL Nolan Gorczyca - Hamilton Tiger-Cats (CFL) April 27
• Riders Sign All-American Defensive Tackle Thor Griffith - Saskatchewan Roughriders (CFL) April 27
• Lions Embark on CFL Canadian and Global Drafts this Week - B.C. Lions (CFL) April 27
• Defense, Wheeler Lead Louisville to Upset over Dallas - Louisville Kings (UFL) April 26
• Dallas Stunned at Home, Drop Second Straight - Dallas Renegades (UFL) April 26
• Missed Chances Sink Columbus as Houston Pulls Away - Columbus Aviators (UFL) April 26
• Gamblers Defense Locks Down Aviators in Key Win - Houston Gamblers (UFL) April 26
• Orlando Storm's Late-Game Comeback Falls Short, Suffers First Loss of the Season - (UFL) April 25
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• VIDEO: All Touchdowns from Week 5 - UFL YouTube (April 27)
  
• VIDEO: Pat McAfee Talks Expansion with Mike Repole - UFL YouTube (April 27)
  
• Ottawa Redblacks sign Canadian Luiji Vilain to three-year deal - CFL Toronto Star (April 27)
  
• D.C. Defenders dominate Birmingham Stallions in UFL showdown - UFL NewsBreak - Birmingham (April 27)
  
• 4 Takeaways from Week 5 of the 2026 UFL Season - UFL Fox Sports (April 27)
  
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