After the USFL wrapped up their season, things didn’t slow down for the league at all. 51 USFL alumni signed with NFL teams, in hopes of making their official rosters at the end of preseason.
Just had our 50th NFL signing ✍️
& we’re not done yet! 👏😤 pic.twitter.com/RGwuCB89CT
— USFL (@USFL) August 14, 2022
Unfortunately, 49 of the 51 have been cut, or moved to the practice squad. That being said, two USFL standouts did make the roster.
KaVontae Turpin | WR, New Jersey Generals
Everyone is well aware of KaVontae Turpin’s story by now. He was an All-USFL wide receiver/specialist, putting on a show for the New Jersey Generals.
After the USFL’s season ended, Turpin signed with the Dallas Cowboys. They were impressed with what he accomplished in the USFL, and hoped that he could be an elite returner, which is something they lacked. They found exactly that in Turpin, who took the NFL by storm in the preseason.
THIS IS NOT A DRILL. KaVontae Turpin did it AGAIN. I’m speechless. There’s really not much left to say. The #USFL MVP is simply out of this world.
Are we ready for one more shout of jubilation? Okay, cool. SAY IT WITH ME…SPRING. FOOTBALL. MATTERS!pic.twitter.com/9uk5SJxOf4
— James Larsen (@JamesLarsenMI) August 21, 2022
On top of his specialist skill set, KaVontae is very capable as a wide receiver. Head Coach Mike McCarthy has made an effort in getting Turpin more involved with the offense, and we should expect to see him run some routes during the regular season.
Set your ⏰ s. It’s #TurpinTime.@KaVontaeTurpin | #DALvsLAC pic.twitter.com/X2AJLiHaYt
— Dallas Cowboys (@dallascowboys) August 17, 2022
The USFL’s MVP is just getting started. Turpin participated in several alternative leagues, such as the FCF, TSL, and ELF before joining the USFL. He led the league with 540 receiving yards, and made countless plays for them on special teams.
The USFL’s MVP just signed a THREE YEAR deal with the Dallas…