Nighthawks Announce Reserve Unsigned List of 10 Players as Coach Moglia Builds Roster
Published on April 26, 2011 under United Football League (UFL 1)
Omaha Nighthawks News Release
OMAHA, NE - Tuesday, April 26, 2011 - Wide receiver CHAD JACKSON, a second round NFL Draft pick of the New England Patriots is among the highlights on the 10-player Reserve Unsigned list announced by the Omaha Nighthawks of the United Football League.
The Nighthawks list boasts some local flavor in former Nebraska safety DANIEL BULLOCKS, who started for the Detroit Lions. Notables on Omaha's list include running back RYAN MOATS, formerly of the Philadelphia Eagles and Houston Texans; wide receiver CHAD LUCAS, a veteran of the NFL, NFL Europe and CFL; and center DONOVAN RAIOLA, who spent some time on the Nighthawks' active roster last fall.
"This list of players we aim to bring to Omaha encompasses many of the elements we are looking for in our roster beyond the obvious goal of them contributing on the football field," said head coach JOE MOGLIA. "We have a player with local ties, some with notable NFL experience, some who have played in other leagues similar to ours, and two returning to the team who understand the set up here in Omaha.
"We are building an exciting group of players who have that clichéd mix of youth and experience who will head into training camp ready to fight for a roster spot."
The five teams of the United Football League have each released 10-man Reserve Unsigned lists, claiming the UFL rights to Veteran Street Free Agents for the 2011 season.
These players join 40 Protected Players who saw action for their respective teams in 2010 and were announced on April 6. The forthcoming 2011 UFL Draft and subsequent free agency period will allow teams to increase their rosters to the 70-man limit ahead of 2011 UFL training camps.
Omaha Nighthawks Reserve Unsigned Player Highlights:
Darnell Bing, Linebacker, USC
Was drafted in the fourth round of the 2006 NFL Draft by the Oakland Raiders. He has also spent time with the San Francisco 49ers, Detroit Lions, New York Jets and Houston Texans.
Daniel Bullocks, Defensive Back, Nebraska
Was drafted in the second round of the 2006 NFL Draft by the Detroit Lions, playing three seasons and recording 168 total tackles.
Chad Jackson, Wide Receiver, Florida
Was drafted in the second round of the 2006 NFL Draft by the New England Patriots and played two seasons under Coach Bill Belichick. He has also spent time with Denver Broncos and Buffalo Bills.
Curtis Johnson, Defensive End, Clark-Atlanta
Played the NFL season in 2008 with the Indianapolis Colts seeing action in seven games as a reserve defensive end and special teamer. He has also spent time with the Dallas Cowboys and St. Louis Rams.
Chad Lucas, Wide Receiver, Alabama State
Named All-NFL Europe as a member of the Amsterdam Admirals in 2006 and reached World Bowl XIV. He also spent time with Tampa Bay Buccaneers and St. Louis Rams practice squads. In 2009 Lucas was signed by the Toronto Argonauts of the Canadian Football League.
Justin Mincey, Defensive Tackle, Florida State
Mincey played in seven games, including the Emerald Bowl, as a true freshman in 2006. As a sophomore he started four games and played all 12 games.
Ryan Moats, Running Back, Louisiana Tech
Drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the third round of the 2005 NFL draft. Against the New York Giants, he scored a 40-yard touchdown and finished with 114 yards. He also spent time with the Arizona Cardinals, Houston Texans and Minnesota Vikings.
Donovan Raiola, Offensive Lineman, Wisconsin
Signed by the St. Louis Rams as an undrafted free agent in 2006. Signed by the Omaha Nighthawks in September 2010 and played the remainder of the season. Following the UFL season, Raiola was signed by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to replace injured starter Jeff Faine.
Keith Smith, Cornerback, McNeese State
Drafted by the Detroit Lions in the third round of the 2004 NFL Draft. Also played for the San Francisco 49ers.
Thomas White, Wide Receiver, Baylor
Joined Baylor as a walk-on in 2004. Earned a scholarship prior to the 2007 season and went on to lead the Bears in touchdown receptions (8), receiving yards (475 yards), and yards per catch (14).
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