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Here’s a quick analysis of the Memphis Showboats‘ trade for help on defense. The Showboats just made a rare in-season trade. They traded Dee Anderson, their second-best receiver, for Darius Phillips, cornerback, of the San Antonio Brahmas.

UFL News / Field Level Media / April 16

Showboats head coach Ken Whisenhunt steps down

Ken Whisenhunt stepped down as head coach of the UFL's Memphis Showboats on Wednesday. He previously took a leave of absence in late March but had returned to the team, which is off to an 0-3 start.

UFL News / The Forkball / April 15

5 Takeaways from Roughnecks Edge Showboats – Barnburner

The Memphis Showboats are improving, but not quickly enough. In a short UFL season 0-3 is a huge hole to dig yourself into; even if weeks 2 and 3 you lost

Roughnecks edge Showboats for first win

Chris Blewitt's 28-yard field goal with 10:14 remaining gave Houston a seven-point lead, and the visiting Roughnecks held on for their first victory of the season, 18-17 over the winless Memphis Showboats in a United Football League game Saturday.

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UFL News / Last Word On Sports / January 26

How the UFL Memphis Showboats Will Rebound In 2025

Despite the UFL’s successful inaugural season, the Roughnecks and Showboats had the league’s worst records. How will these teams rebound this season? On March 28, 2025, the UFL returns to a passionate fan base with TV ratings exceeding expectations and a strong social media presence.

Memphis Showboats Waive Eight Players in Latest UFL Transactions

In non-expansion news, the Memphis Showboats started the UFL week by putting a dent in their roster, waiving eight players. The Arlington Renegades also added an offensive lineman on Tuesday as part of the transaction news announced by the UFL.

Memphis Showboats Waive Eight Players in Latest UFL Transactions

Memphis Showboats Name New Head Coach, General Manager

Some familiar faces from the NFL are taking over the leadership roles in Memphis. On Monday, the UFL announced that former NFL head coach Ken Whisenhunt has been named the head coach of the Memphis Showboats.

Potential Candidates For Vacant Memphis Showboats Coaching Job

The United Football League has begun its search for a new Memphis Showboats head coach after the league announced that John DeFilippo has stepped down.

Potential Candidates for the Memphis Showboats Head Coach Job

The Memphis Showboats are undergoing quite a bit of change in response to their disappointing 2024 campaign. It started with the news that general manager Dennis Polian was stepping away from the Showboats earlier in August.

Memphis Showboats Provide Update on Tickets, Stadium for 2025 Season

The Memphis Showboats are updating fans on what to expect for tickets and seating for the 2025 season as Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium goes through renovations.

John DeFillippo resigns as coach of Memphis Showboats

All UFL coaches became free agents after the 2024. At least one will stay that way. John DeFilippo has resigned as coach of the Memphis Showboats, according to UFLNewsHub.com, via SI.com.

Memphis Showboats Head Coach Out After One Season

The Memphis Showboats are going to look very different in 2025 as more changes hit the team. Sources tell Mark Perry of UFL NewsHub that Showboats head coach John DeFilippo won't return to the league after one season with the team.

Memphis Showboats GM Stepping Down After One Season

Change is a consistent beast in spring football, as players, coaches and front office personnel often leave for other jobs. The UFL has seen another change in one of its team's front offices.

UFL News / UFL on SI / July 22, 2024

Memphis Showboats 2024 UFL College Draft Breakdown

After winning the final game of the UFL season, the Memphis Showboats earned the number one pick in the 2024 UFL College Draft. The Showboats focused on offense more often in the draft, selecting six players on that side of the ball.