ARLINGTON, Texas (July 28, 2026) – The United Football League today announced its schedule for the 2026 UFL Showcase Powered by NOBULL, a nationwide series of player evaluation events in front of UFL coaches and league scouts designed to give prospective professional football players the opportunity to advance their careers. The combine-like format serves as a first step in the league’s development pathway with 10 stops from August to December across Washington D.C.; St. Louis, MO; Houston, TX; Columbus, OH; Atlanta, GA; Phoenix, AZ; Orlando, FL; Louisville, KY; Los Angeles; CA; and Arlington, TX.
Since its inception, the UFL Showcase has become one of the league’s most effective avenues for identifying overlooked talent and producing players who have gone on to make significant impacts on UFL rosters. In 2026, 48 players who previously participated in UFL Showcase events earned invitations to UFL training camps, with 39 players ultimately appearing on active rosters. Each of the league's eight teams featured at least two UFL Showcase participants on their roster during the 2026 season, demonstrating the league’s continued success in creating meaningful opportunities for players to continue their careers at the highest levels of professional football.
Every Showcase has the potential to uncover the league’s next breakout star. Recent showcase success stories include United Bowl champion quarterback Chandler Rogers, who earned his opportunity with the Louisville Kings after participating in a UFL Showcase in Dallas, and St. Louis Battlehawks wide receiver Steven McBride, who developed into one of the league's top offensive playmakers and was also discovered in Dallas. Columbus Aviators eventual starting quarterback Jalen Morton and Louisville Kings defensive lineman Travis Bell also emerged as key contributors after first earning opportunities through the Showcase process.
"The UFL Showcase reflects one of the strengths of the UFL - our ability to identify talent, develop players, and give them an opportunity to compete," said Russ Brandon, President & CEO of the UFL. "Every year, we see players with something to prove, earn their opportunity, develop into key contributors, and ultimately help elevate the level of competition across the league. It’s rewarding to watch that journey unfold, and we’re excited to see who emerges from the next group of athletes."
2026 UNITED FOOTBALL LEAGUE SHOWCASE SCHEDULE
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UFL Washington, D.C. Showcase Friday, August 7, 2026 George Mason University |
UFL St. Louis Showcase Sunday, August 9, 2026 Lindbergh High School
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UFL Houston Showcase Sunday, September 27, 2026 C.E. King High School
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UFL Columbus Showcase Sunday, October 4, 2026
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UFL Atlanta Showcase Sunday, October 11, 2026 Georgia State University |
UFL Phoenix Showcase Sunday, October 25, 2026 Tempe High School |
UFL Orlando Showcase Sunday, November 8, 2026 Celebration High School
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UFL Louisville Showcase Sunday, November 15, 2026 Louisville Male High School |
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UFL Los Angeles Showcase |
UFL Arlington Showcase |
Registration information, eligibility requirements and additional details for each showcase are available at showcases.theufl.com.