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41. USFL some details

Thu Apr 16, 2026, 07:15 AM

Apr 16

Here is some detail:

https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2018/sep/11/the-day-donald-trumps-narcissism-killed-the-usfl

The USFL was moderately successful to a point, as long as they kept a spring schedule.

It had future Hall of Fame talent like, Reggie White and Steve Young.

But Trump and other owners convinced the other owners to compete in the fall.

It had to fold because it could not compete.

Some observers felt this was a ploy to force a merger,.

USFL sued the NFL for being a monopoly.

They won the case but were only awarded $1, $3 because antitrust awards are tripled.

Many times, court cases are about who has the best narrative.

The NFL attorney called Trump to stand to testify and Trump appeared to be the villain.

Trump and the NFL Commissioner at time, Pete Rozelle, gave conflicting testimonies.

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