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Houston Roughnecks UFL Super Dispersal Draft Breakdown
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No team in the newly formed UFL has gone through as much change this offseason as the Houston Roughnecks. The team has the roster and coaching staff of the Houston Gamblers of the USFL but took on the branding of their XFL counterpart. After going through the first phase earlier in the month, the team shifted their focus to the Super Dispersal Draft on Monday. Houston made six selections, which was the second fewest of any team. Here is a full breakdown of the Houston Roughnecks’ selections in the Super Dispersal Draft. Round Drafted - Player Analysis While Memphis Showboats fans didn’t get to see much of Ezra Gray last year, he showed flashes of potential late in the season, running for 86 yards on 17 carries in two games for Memphis. He also played for the New Orleans Breakers in 2022 but saw limited playing time. Roster Impact: Mark Thompson will go into training camp as the starter at running back, and Gray will have to compete with T.J. Pledger, Shermari Jones and Tiyon Evans for the backup role. His sp

This article first appeared on UFL on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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