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The Best intro/opening in Gridiron Football history

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Houston Roughnecks have signed WR Jalen Moreno-Cropper, per the wire & sources from XFL Communications Department & Pro Football News.

JMC had played for the NFL’s Dallas Cowboys for 3 seasons (2023-2025).

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February 12, 2026 at 6:13 AM
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Roughnecks hire Tim Holt as Offensive Line Coach, per source.

Holt is a tremendous add to Kevin Sumlin's staff. He's been in the XFL the last few years, constructing one of the top O-Line units in Michigan.

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February 12, 2026 at 5:50 AM
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The Houston Roughnecks sign CB Roman Parodie, per the wire and sources from Pro Football Newsroom and XFL Communications Department.

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February 11, 2026 at 3:59 AM
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The Houston Roughnecks have signed DE Kenny Dyson, per the wire and sources from XFL Communications Department and Pro Football Newsroom.

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February 8, 2026 at 5:21 PM
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Roughnecks signed TE Armani Rogers, per source of Pro Football Newsroom. Rogers played in NFL for Washington (2021-2022) & was a member of Philadelphia Eagles, Atlanta Falcons, & Buffalo Bills practice squads #XFL #ForTheH #RoughneckNation #RoughEmUp #DrillBabyDrill #FillTheRig #ForTheLoveOfFootball
February 6, 2026 at 7:48 PM
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Jamir Jones (EDGE) announced his retirement from football over the weekend. He had a career year in Houston last year with 30 TKL/8 TFL/3.5 SK/33 QB Pressures (3rd in XFL). Congratulations on a great career.

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January 27, 2026 at 10:26 PM
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The Houston Roughnecks have signed John Campbell Jr. (T), Tedi Kushi (T), and Fatorma Mulbah (DT), per the wire, PFN sources, and XFL Communications.

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January 27, 2026 at 2:51 AM
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2026 Schedule

Sat. 3/28@ Dallas 3pm FOX
Sun. 4/5 Birmingham 11am ESPN2
Sat. 4/11@ DC 11am ESPN
Thu. 4/16 Louisville 8pm ESPN+
Sun. 4/26 Columbus 11am ABC
Fri. 5/1@ Columbus 7pm FOX
Sun. 5/10 Orlando 5pm FS1
Sat. 5/16@ St. Louis 2pm ABC
Sat. 5/23 St. Louis 3pm ESPN2
Sat. 5/30@ Birmingham 2pm ESPN2
January 24, 2026 at 7:03 AM
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NEWS: Sources confirmed The Houston Roughnecks have signed Offensive Lineman, Dominic Boyd, per XFL Communications Department.

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January 24, 2026 at 6:08 AM
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How we're shaping up after the 2026 XFL Draft.

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January 22, 2026 at 12:25 AM
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The Houston Roughnecks have hired Marvin Sanders as Defensive Coordinator. Pro Football Newsroom confirm the source.

Sanders has spent some few years in Dallas with Bob Stoops' coaching staff, serving as DC this past season.

Head coach Kevin Sumlin with a strong, veteran add for Houston.
January 20, 2026 at 10:33 PM
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Results of the specialist free agent draft. Rounding out our roster with the early out crew.

John Hoyland (kicker)

Marco Ortiz (Long snapper)

Mike Rivers (punter)

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January 17, 2026 at 11:00 PM
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Locking it dine🔒

NO FLY ZONE !!!! #NoFlyZone

Defensive Backs

Lamareon James (CB)
Isaiah Dunn (CB)
Ra’Mello Dotson (CB)
Quinton Newsome (CB)
Clarence Lewis (CB)
Glendon Miller (S)
BJ Mayes (CB)

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January 15, 2026 at 1:18 AM
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When in doubt, their route.

Offense (Backs and Receivers)

Marcus Yarns (RB)
Monaray Baldwin (WR)
Marcus Major (RB)
Caeleb Bass (TE)

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January 15, 2026 at 1:12 AM
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Down in the trenches of The Bayou City!

Defensive Front:

Eugene Asante (LB)
Seth Coleman (DE)
Mitchell Agude (DE)
Toby Ndukwe (EDGE)
Solomon Deshields (LB)

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January 15, 2026 at 1:06 AM
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THERE'S A BLOCK PARTY DOWN IN HTOWN‼️

How we're doing after Round 1 of the Free Agent Draft

Offensive Line:

Jalen McKenzie (O.T.)
Jordan Williams (O.T.)
Zachary Thomas (O.T.)
Gareth Warren (O.G.)

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January 15, 2026 at 12:57 AM
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DUAL-THREAT DONNY 😮‍💨

Donovan Smith knows a thing or two about slinging it in Houston 👀

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January 15, 2026 at 12:49 AM
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ON LOCK 🔒
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Presenting the Defensive Backs joining us in the 713!

Avery Young (S)

Carlton Johnson (CB)

Kary Vincent Jr. (CB)

Nico Bolden (S)

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January 14, 2026 at 2:24 AM
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Targets acquired 👀

Presenting your newest Houston Roughnecks!

Braylon Sanders (WR)
Cam Sutton (TE)
Kai Locksley (WR)
Lujuan Winningham (WR)
Nate McCrary (RB)

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January 14, 2026 at 2:04 AM
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HOLDING IT DOWN 🤝
Defensive Line is officially in place!
Kyon Barrs (DT)
Jerrod Clark (EDGE)
Ikenna Enechukwu (DL)
Lonnie Phelps (EDGE)
Shaka Toney (EDGE)
Malik Fisher (DE)
Charlie Thomas III (LB)
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January 14, 2026 at 1:58 AM
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GO BIG OR GO HOME ‼️

How the Roughnecks are stacking up after the 1st Round.

Offensive Line:

Christian DiLauro
Kellen Diesch
Jaryd Jones-Smith
Dohnovan West
Cam Carter

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January 14, 2026 at 1:39 AM
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HOUSTON'S FIRST PICK! 🤘

The Houston Roughnecks selected Christian DiLauro, offensive lineman/tackle from the Illinois Fighting Illini.

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January 14, 2026 at 1:32 AM
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Our Reserve List ahead of the Draft

Lawrence Keys III (WR)
Justin Hall (WR)
Geor’Quarius Spivey (TE)
Kirk Merritt (RB)
Jack Kramer (C)
Keenan Isaac (CB)
Damon Arnette (CB)
Markel Roby (S)
Chris Allen (DE)
Israel Antwine (DT)
Marvin Moody Jr. (LB)
Avery Jones (G)

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January 14, 2026 at 1:28 AM
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The pieces are falling into place. 🤝

The Houston Roughnecks have acquired Jontre Kirklin, Anthony Hines III, and Rashard Lawrence in the Regional Allocation Draft.

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January 14, 2026 at 1:06 AM
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H-TOWN STAND UP 🤘

FOUNDATION STARTS HERE ‼️

The Houston Roughnecks select Hunter Dekkers and Donovan Smith as the team’s quarterbacks in the XFL QB Draft!

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January 14, 2026 at 1:02 AM