25 Players Honored For Consistently Exceptional Football Play During Inaugural Season
BIRMINGHAM, Ala., June 16, 2022 – Heading into the final regular-season weekend and then the playoffs in Canton, Ohio, the United States Football League today announced the inaugural All-USFL Team. From a league of nearly 400 players, 25 were selected (for 27 positions) because of their consistently exceptional on-field play that inspired millions of football fans across America and around the world.
“The quality of football has been outstanding during our first USFL season. That’s a testament to our players and our coaches. It was very competitive for our players to be honored and make the inaugural All-USFL Team,” said Daryl Johnston, USFL Executive Vice President of Football Operations. “There were a lot of players worthy of recognition, so our coaches had multiple tough decisions to help select these players. They were voted as the best in our league, representing 27 positions on offense, defense, and special teams. We’re grateful for their belief in our mission in the USFL and proud to honor their commitment to excellence day in and day out in our inaugural season. They represent the best of our players still chasing their dreams and still playing the game they love, the ultimate team sport, the great game of football.”
With 11 positions on the All-USFL Team offense, the backfield has New Orleans Breakers Quarterback Kyle Sloter (2-time Offensive Player of the Week and first in passing yards), New Jersey Generals Running Back Darius Victor (first in rushing touchdowns), and Michigan Panthers Running Back Reggie Corbin (first in average rush yards per game). On the outside are two of the USFL’s most dynamic playmakers in Generals Wide Receiver KaVontae Turpin (first in receiving yards) and Birmingham Stallions Wide Receiver Victor Bolden Jr. (second in receptions). Breakers Tight End Sal Cannella (leads tight ends in receiving…
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