The XFL and USFL have announced their intention to merge, creating one spring pro football league with substantial capabilities and resources to ensure future growth and continue to enhance the development of the collective players, coaches, and staff that are coming together.

The merger is subject to customary regulatory approvals and if the transaction is consummated, the new league will establish best-in-class operations based on the most recent seasons of both leagues6. The XFL is owned by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and his ex-wife, Dany Garcia, while the USFL is under the ownership of Fox Corp34. The XFL has eight teams from Seattle, Washington, to Washington, D.C., while the USFL also has eight teams that stretch from New Jersey to Memphis3. The merger is expected to create a more competitive league and provide a better experience for fans1.

The name of the new league has not been confirmed, and it is not yet clear if any teams will be eliminated from the leagues after the merger6. Many details are still developing and will likely not be released for weeks