2020 XFL Season Thread

[joestevens29]

Well. Didn’t anticipate that.

that’s very good news, Dwayne doesn’t screw around

As much as people dislike Vince I think he was a pretty decent owner to have. not sure the rock is a better owner or not

 

[GKJ]

As much as people dislike Vince I think he was a pretty decent owner to have. not sure the rock is a better owner or not

He tried twice and couldn’t get out of year 1 either time so probably not that good. Vince’s business ventures outside of wrestling are largely poor

 

[John Price]

 

[BKIslandersFan]

As much as people dislike Vince I think he was a pretty decent owner to have. not sure the rock is a better owner or not

More importantly does he have the money to back XFL?

 

[Blackhawkswincup]

He tried twice and couldn’t get out of year 1 either time so probably not that good. Vince’s business ventures outside of wrestling are largely poor

This 2nd version of league actually showed some potential and seemed to be stable financially/etc until a worldwide pandemic happened

XFL was a complete failure but XFL 2.0 from its very beginning was a much more stable , serious and structured venture

 

[GKJ]

This 2nd version of league actually showed some potential and seemed to be stable financially/etc until a worldwide pandemic happened

XFL was a complete failure but XFL 2.0 from its very beginning was a much more stable , serious and structured venture

It did have all of those things but it was still hemorrhaging viewership. Even as free content there was speculation as to whether or not Fox/ESPN would stick with it, and Vince felt the writing was on the wall when it came to a paying tv contract. The business behind it was still too ambitious despite the positives. He also tried to dirtbag all the guys who worked for him afterward.

 

[Unholy Diver]

Well. Didn’t anticipate that.

that’s very good news, Dwayne doesn’t screw around

And despite being closely linked with wrestling & Vince, I think Johnson is viewed in a much more positive/less carny light so maybe he can use that goodwill in a way that is positive for the league

 

[John Price]

The bankruptcy court approved the deal about 2 days ago. XFL under the Rock is now official.

 

[idontusethisanymore]

The bankruptcy court approved the deal about 2 days ago. XFL under the Rock is now official.

IF YOU SMELLELLELLELL WHAT THE ROCK IS COOKING

 

[DoyleG]

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[alko]

How much did they paid for it?

 

[MMC]

How much did they paid for it?

$15 million

 

[BKIslandersFan]

Wonder if they are gonna reboot with new teams or pick it up where they left off.

 

[John Price]

 

[BKIslandersFan]

Wonder if the teams will be the same or if they will explore new cities?

 

[Unholy Diver]

It is kind of fitting that the XFL keeps returning since Pro wrestlers can never stay retired either

 

[John Price]

 

[Blackhawkswincup]

CFL trying its hand at having American teams again essentially?

Baltimore Stallions winning is one of the few CFL memories I have

 

[GKJ]

Need a CFL insider here to tell us what’s happening, this is the first I’m hearing of this.

 

[Gator Mike]

Need a CFL insider here to tell us what’s happening, this is the first I’m hearing of this.

OK...

CFL to explore opportunities for alignment with XFL

 

[GKJ]

OK...

CFL to explore opportunities for alignment with XFL

Well, we’re waiting and seeing by and large

 

[jcs0218]

CFL trying its hand at having American teams again essentially?

Baltimore Stallions winning is one of the few CFL memories I have

I remember everyone being very upset when the Stallions beat the Stampeders in the Grey Cup, to become the 1st American team to win the Grey Cup.

Mike Pringle and Jim Speros were big time villains.

 

[jcs0218]

I wonder if this could be the beginning of the end of the CFL.

They must be in really poor condition financially if they are seeking to align with the XFL.

 

[End on a Hinote]

I wonder if this could be the beginning of the end of the CFL.

They must be in really poor condition financially if they are seeking to align with the XFL.

It's either align or fold. Personally this could be great for the CFL. Old school, patriotic fans may not like the league to go back to having US teams but this could mean a new era for a new generation of fans especially having The Rock endorsing it.

 

[StreetHawk]

It's either align or fold. Personally this could be great for the CFL. Old school, patriotic fans may not like the league to go back to having US teams but this could mean a new era for a new generation of fans especially having The Rock endorsing it.

CFL took a hit when players opted to play for the AAFL and XFL the last time because of the salary differences and fewer games. Pay for the entire season was likely close, but at only 60% of the games so way less wear and tear on the body.

So, it benefits both leagues to not canibalize one another. See what they can come up with.