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Memphis Showboats Bio
Memphis Showboats Info
The Memphis Showboats will play their first season in the United States Football League in 2023, their first at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, and their first under head coach/general manager tandem Todd Haley and Dave Razzano.
The Memphis Showboats are a professional American football team based in Memphis, Tennessee. They are one of the eight members of the United States Football League (USFL) as a member of the South Division. The Showboats, coached by Todd Haley, will play their home games at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium for the 2023 USFL season. The team's full schedule for the 2023 season was released on March 22, 2023, and they will open the season on April 15 against the Philadelphia Stars in Memphis.
Location, Stadium, and Team Colors
The Memphis showboats are based in Memphis, Tennessee. They will share the stadium with the Houston Gamblers and the stadium is called Simmons bank Liberty Stadium.
Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium is the home field of the Memphis Showboats, a professional American football team based in Memphis, Tennessee. The Showboats are one of the eight members of the United States Football League (USFL) and will play their home games at the stadium for the 2023 USFL season. The team was originally founded in 1984 and played in the USFL until the league folded in 1985. The Showboats were known for their high-powered offense, led by quarterback Walter Lewis and running back Tim Spencer. The team was coached by Pepper Rodgers and played its home games at the Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium, which was later renamed Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.
The team colors for the Memphis Showboats are Navy Blue, Yellow, and White.
Memphis Showboats’ Roster
| OFFENSE | POS | AGE | COLLEGE |
| Darrell Adams Jr.#0 | TE | 26 | Azusa Pacific |
| Clayton Bradley#0 | T | - | UNLV |
| Dustin Burns#0 | G | 25 | Northwestern SI (LA) |
| Matt Burrell Jr.#70 | OL | 25 | Ohio State |
| Malik Clark#0 | G | - | Kansas |
| Alex Collins#0 | RB | 28 | Arkansas |
| Rashard Davis#81 | WR | 27 | James Madison |
| Derrick Dillon#4 | WR | 27 | LSU |
| Jeff Ejekam#0 | WR | 26 | Army |
| John Franklin III#1 | WR | 28 | Florida Atlantic |
| David Hamm#0 | RB | 28 | McNeese State |
| Daniel Helm#0 | TE | 27 | Duke |
| Sadarius Hutcherson#0 | G | 24 | South Carolina |
| Jon'Vea Johnson#0 | WR | 27 | Toledo |
| Jarron Jones#77 | T | 29 | Notre Dame |
| Corbin Kaufusi#65 | T | 29 | Brigham Young |
| Cole Kelley#0 | QB | 25 | Southeastern Louisiana |
| Ryan McDaniel#0 | WR | 24 | North Carolina Central |
| D.J. Meyers#0 | WR | 28 | Midwestern State |
| John Mitchell#0 | WR | 24 | Florida Atlantic |
| Vinny Papale#13 | WR | 26 | Delaware |
| Terrone Prescod#0 | T | 26 | North Carolina State |
| Kwan Stallworth#0 | G | 25 | Valdosta State |
| Justin Stockton#0 | RB | 27 | Texas Tech |
| Syrus Tuitele#63 | T | 24 | Fresno State |
| Brady White#3 | QB | 26 | Memphis |
| Kerrith Whyte#0 | RB | 26 | Florida Atlantic |
| Ryan Willis#0 | QB | 26 | Virginia Tech |
| Jay Jay Wilson#0 | TE | - | Arizona State |
| DEFENSE | POS | AGE | COLLEGE |
| Delrick Abrams Jr.#21 | CB | 25 | Colorado |
| John Atkins#99 | DT | 30 | Georgia |
| Big Kat Bryant#0 | DE | 24 | UCF |
| Anthony Butler#50 | LB | 25 | Liberty |
| Kahzin Daniels#0 | DE | 27 | Charleston (WV) |
| Karrheem Darrington#0 | CB | 26 | Bethel (TN) |
| Dillon Faamatau#0 | DT | 25 | Oklahoma |
| Stephen Griffin#40 | S | 26 | North Carolina State |
| Nate Hall#0 | LB | 26 | Northwestern |
| Aaron Hansford#0 | LB | - | Texas A&M |
| Drew Jordan#0 | DE | 24 | Michigan State |
| Jermaine Kelly Jr.#24 | CB | 28 | San Jose State |
| Malik Lawal#0 | LB | 25 | Arizona State |
| Daylon Mack#94 | DT | 26 | Texas A&M |
| L.B. Mack III#0 | LB | 25 | Rhode Island |
| Jeff McCulloch#33 | DE | 25 | Texas |
| Lamont McPhatter II#0 | S | 26 | California (PA) |
| Viane Moala#0 | DT | - | Utah |
| T.J. Neal#5 | LB | 22 | Wofford |
| Josh Nurse#30 | CB | 26 | Utah |
| Greg Reaves#41 | LB | 26 | South Florida |
| Antonio Reed#42 | S | 25 | Nebraska |
| Jeremiah Valoaga#98 | DE | 28 | UNLV |
| Lamont Wade#0 | S | 24 | Penn State |
| Troy Warner#0 | CB | 24 | BYU |
| Jordan Williams#0 | DE | 23 | Virginia Tech |
| Kyree Woods#0 | S | 25 | San Diego State |
| SPECIAL TEAMS | POS | AGE | COLLEGE |
| Ryan DiSalvo#44 | LS | 29 | San Jose State |
| Alex Kessman#0 | K | 25 | Pittsburgh |
| Brandon Wright#16 | K | 26 | Georgia State |
Coaching Staff
| Role | Name |
| General manager | Dave Razzano |
| Head Coach | Todd Haley |
| Offensive coordinator/Running Backs | Bob Saunders |
| Offensive Quality Control/Wide Receivers | Yale Van Dyne |
| Special Team/Tight Ends | Frank Gansz Jr. |
| Offensive line | James Saxon |
| Defensive Coordinator | Carnell Lake |
| Defensive Line | Trey Jackson |
| Linebackers | Steven Thompson |
| Defensive Quality Control/Defensive Backs | Brock Marion |
Memphis Showboats Schedule
Week 1
April 15: vs. Philadelphia Stars in Memphis; Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium; 4:30 p.m. ET
Week 2
April 22: at Birmingham Stallions in Birmingham, Alabama; Protective Stadium; 7 p.m. ET
Week 3
April 29: at Houston Gamblers in Memphis; Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium; 7 p.m. ET
Week 4
May 6: at Michigan Panthers in Detroit; Ford Field; 7:30 p.m. ET
Week 5
May 14: at New Orleans Breakers in Birmingham, Alabama; Protective Stadium; 3 p.m. ET
Week 6
May 20: vs. Pittsburgh Maulers in Memphis; Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium; 12:30 p.m. ET
Week 7
May 28: vs. Houston Gamblers in Memphis; Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium; 2 p.m. ET
Week 8
June 4: at New Jersey Generals in Canton, Ohio; Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium; 1 p.m. ET
Week 9
June 10: vs. New Orleans Breakers in Memphis; Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium; 3 p.m. ET
Week 10
June 17: vs. Birmingham Stallions in Memphis; Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium; 4 p.m. ET
Who are the Memphis Showboats’ top players?
Here are some of the most anticipated players this up-coming season according to Fox:
QB-Brady White
WR-Derrick Dillon
WR-Rashard Davis
OL-Matt Burrell
LB-Greg Reaves
LB-Anthony Butler
Anthony Butler is known for his athleticism, speed, and versatility on the field. He has a good ability to read and react to plays, and he is a strong tackler who can make plays in the open field. Butler is also a good pass rusher and has shown the ability to get to the quarterback. In addition, he has good coverage skills and can defend against the pass.
Brady White is known for his accuracy, decision-making, and leadership on the field. He has a strong arm and can make all the throws necessary to be successful at the quarterback position. White is also a good athlete and has shown the ability to make plays with his legs when needed. He has experience playing in a high-powered offense and has shown the ability to put up big numbers. In addition, White is a hard worker and a student of the game, which has helped him to improve his skills over time. Overall, White has the potential to be a top quarterback in the USFL and lead the Memphis Showboats to success.
Where Can I watch Memphis Showboats’ Games?
Fans can watch the Memphis Showboats’ games on NBC, FOX, USA Today, and Peacock.
Who is the Owner of the Memphis Showboats?
National Spring Football League Enterprises Co, LLC, (Fox Sports) is the owner of the Memphis Showboats.
How much did the Memphis Showboats cost to purchase?
They are also one of the eight teams that were bought by Fox for $150-$200 Million. Fox is also looking for investors from the outside who can put in another $250 Million for larger expansion.
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