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Episode 168: The Alignment Draft Apr 30, 2021

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There is a sort of draft fever going around this week at the same time so many XFL fans are still grasping at what “alignment” with the CFL will entail. So on this week’s edition of the original official XFL podcast, we’re combining the speculation with the outright draft hysteria for the first ever XFL/CFL Alignment Draft!

Catch four rounds of in-depth, well scouted terms and conditions that will be drafted into the foundation of the (hypothetical) XFL/CFL alignment contract! Also, get the latest on former XFLers in The Spring League, which kicks off next week, and former Director of Player Personnel Eric Galko’s new well-deserved gig!

If you love drafts and more importantly, the XFL, this is possibly the most important show in XFL/CFL alignment speculation history!

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Episode 167: All Business Apr 23, 2021

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This week the CFL gave some important updates regarding their 2021 season, as well as some obligatory responses to how the discussions are going with the XFL. With CFL commissioner Randy Ambrosie going on a big “update tour” this week, Alan and Bryant had to welcome back TSN football insider Dave Naylor to the show, in order to get to the bottom of everything going on in Canada. Find out why the CFL playing in 2021, may or may not mean too much in the long run when it comes to the XFL’s relationship with the league. Dave Naylor also highlights and squashes some of the more interesting rumors floating around the last month or so as it pertains to XFL/CFL “alignment.” GET OVER HERE and check out another information filled edition of the original official XFL podcast!

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Episode 166: Supermega Grey Cup Bowl Apr 16, 2021

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As the clock ticks on the CFL to make some kind of announcement regarding its 2021 season, the latest rumors surrounding XFL and CFL alignment have taken the discussion among fans towards some kind of interleague championship game model. What does “interleague” play mean for a football league? Sort out the possibilities, think big and take baby steps towards any eventual kickoff with the original official XFL podcast!

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Episode 165: Get a Clue Apr 09, 2021

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As XFL and CFL negotiations continue, the CFL released some sound clips of Commissioner Randy Ambrosie discussing why negotiations began and how they are going. All in all, there were no major developments announced, but the CFL’s commish did say some things that maybe give more insight into the direction both leagues are heading. For instance, could global expansion of the game beyond the U.S. and Canada really be a major goal for both leagues? Look at the clues and maybe it paints a picutre of a much larger map for the sport in the future! Also, get the latest on the Houston Roughnecks logos being disputed by the NFL and a glimpse at Bryant’s new and improved “smart season” idea. The clues add up to this episode being the original official XFL podcast with the info you need, in another week on the road to kickoff!

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Episode 164: A Smart Season Apr 02, 2021

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This week we learned just how enthused everyone at the top in the CFL is for their negotiations with the XFL. Also, as alignment talks progress, misinformation and anticipation are taking hold, especially on social media. Thankfully, The Rock set the record straight and explained how the goal of XFL/CFL alignment will be to put together a smart season that is beneficial to players and fans. What exactly is a “smart season?” It is time to bust out the calendars and thinking caps on another edition of the original official XFL podcast!

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Episode 163: The Most Anticipated CFL Season in XFL History Mar 26, 2021

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With the XFL sitting at the negotiation table, talking about alignment with the CFL, every piece of news coming out about the Canadian Football League weighs heavy on the minds of XFL fans now. This week, the CFL offered a deal to the CFLPA to cut player pay by 20% in order to kickoff on time for the 2021 season. What does this mean for the future XFL/CFL talks? Where are we at amongst fans, the media, and the league executives in this process of the discussions? The questions are endless and the possibilities are only limited by the imaginations of us football fans! Get informed, get excited, and get ready for another edition of the original official XFL podcast!

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Good Crisp Interview: TSN’s Dave Naylor Mar 19, 2021

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Ace football insider from TSN in Canada, Dave Naylor, gives insight into the budding CFL/XFL relationship. Find out why the CFL is possibly considering an alignment with the XFL, reasons behind certain fan reactions to the news, and where it all might lead moving forward. This is a special long form conversation about the biggest XFL news in a long time, so don’t miss out!

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Episode 162: Where Does the Mind Go? Mar 19, 2021

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It has been over a week since the XFL and CFL announced that they are talking about a potential alignment between the leagues. Not knowing exactly what that means quite yet, where has the speculation amongst the fans, media, and even players gone? Get the latest on one of the most intriguing and puzzling stories going on in the world of sports as we dive into the various reports on whether this is an actual “merger” or something else between the two football leagues. Also, what is the UFPA and what did they say that got the CFL and the CFLPA so riled up? In a world of uncertainty, fear, hope, and excitement, you can trust the original official XFL podcast to keep you informed and entertained as we venture down this road to towards another eventual XFL kickoff!

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Episode 161: This is a CFL Show Mar 12, 2021

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This week the XFL announced they are entering into negotiations with the CFL about potential alignment in hopes of benefitting both leagues and growing the game of football. What does this mean!? Join the show to parse out exactly what has been said by those in charge of both leagues, as well as all the initial reactions from players, fans, and football people all over the globe. This big news has generated a lot of buzz, speculation, and ideas. What makes sense? What is possible? What does an XFL + CFL alignment look like? No show breaks this week’s big questions down more thoroughly than the original offical XFL podcast!

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Episode 160: Guts Mar 05, 2021

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Bryant had a gut feeling about the XFL’s 2022 TV deal last week, which now leads to this week’s topic…GUTS! Do you have it? What gut feelings do XFL fans have when it comes to the 2022 season? We asked and you answered! Also, dive deep into the live sports + TV network landscape as the original official XFL podcasts gets the lay of the land when it comes to potential television partners for the league in 2022.

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