AFL moves to six-man officiating crewsAFL Press Release
The Arena Football League will move to a six-man officiating crew during the 2012 season, AFL Commissioner Jerry B. Kurz announced today.
Landmark partnership reached between AFL and NET10AFL Press Release
America’s no contract wireless service provider will be the presenting partner of all 23 “Arena Football Friday” broadcasts during the League’s Silver Anniversary.
AFL announces Silver Anniversary CommitteeAFL Press Release
The Arena Football League today announced the 25 members serving on the League’s Silver Anniversary Committee.
AFL and Spalding launch 25th Anniversary game ballAFL Press Release
The AFL, in conjunction with Spalding, is pleased to announce the launch of its special edition, 25th Anniversary game ball. As the League enters its 25th season in 2012, the ball aims to celebrate the Silver Anniversary of the Arena Football League.
Rattlers Sign a Pair of Defensive BacksArizona Rattlers Press Release
The Arizona Rattlers announce the signing of DB GERARD LAWSON and DB JC NEAL. Lawson signed a one-year contract with the Cleveland Browns as an undrafted free agent in 2008. He played in 20 games for the Browns from 2008-2009, making five special teams tackles and four kickoff returns for 115 yards.
2012 AFL schedule, division alignment announcedAFL Press Release
The Arena Football League today announced the 2012 regular season schedule, which will begin on Friday, March 9, 2012 on NFL Network. The final day of the 2012 regular season is scheduled for Sunday, July 22, 2012. The AFL will be celebrating its 25th Anniversary during the 2012 season and will continue playing an enhanced, 18-game schedule.
Rattlers Add Veteran Defensive LinemanArizona Rattlers Press Release
The Arizona Rattlers announce the signing of DL MICHALE SPICER. Spicer played in the NFL (2004) as an undrafted free agent with the Buffalo Bills. He is a veteran of the AFL where he played with the LA Avengers (2005-2006) and the New Orleans VooDoo (2007-2008), collecting a total of 75 tackles, 10.5 sacks, and one forced fumble during his time with both squads.
Rattlers Sign Wide Receiving DuoArizona Rattlers Press Release
The Arizona Rattlers announce the signing of WR MARKEE WHITE and WR CHRIS CARTER. White signed with the St. Louis Rams as a free agent in 2007 and participated in training camp. In 2010, White led the United Football League's Hartford Colonials in receiving, catching 26 passes for 304 yards and two touchdowns.
AFL to air on NFL Network for third consecutive yearAFL Press Release
The Arena Football League will continue for its third consecutive season on NFL Network, AFL Commissioner Jerry B. Kurz announced today. In the last two postseason games of the 2011 season, “Arena Football Friday” on NFL Network notched record high ratings.
Rattlers Sign a Pair of LinemenArizona Rattlers Press Release
The Arizona Rattlers announce the signing of DL MARQUAY LOVE and OL GREG NILAND. Love participated on the practice squads of the Miami Dolphins (2007-2008) and the New Orleans Saints (2008).
New Orleans to host ArenaBowl XXV on August 10, 2012AFL Press Release
The Arena Football League (AFL), New Orleans VooDoo and New Orleans Arena are pleased to announce that ArenaBowl XXV will be played in New Orleans, adding to the growing list of championships being hosted by the city in 2012.
Rattlers Sign Three Wide ReceiversArizona Rattlers Press Release
The Arizona Rattlers announce the signing of WR AARON VALENTIN, WR SEAN CREADICK and WR SHAMAR GRAVES.
Following the 2010 NFL Draft, Valentin signed as a free agent with Cleveland and participated in Browns rookie minicamp.
Rattlers Sign Trio of Defensive BacksArizona Rattlers Press Release
The Arizona Rattlers announce the signing of DB WILL HILL, DB ARKEITH BROWN and DB DA'MON MERKERSON. Hill saw action in 38 games at the University of Florida, including 15 starts, before declaring for NFL Draft following his junior year in 2011.
GM/Head Coach Kevin Guy signs 2012 contractArizona Rattlers Press Release
GM/HEAD COACH KEVIN GUY has re-signed his coaching contract with the Arizona Rattlers for the 2012 season. Guy begins his 12th season coaching in Arena Football, his eighth as a GM/Head Coach and his fourth in that position with the Arizona Rattlers.
Rattlers Sign Dual Threat QB; Texas A&M AlumArizona Rattlers Press Release
The Arizona Rattlers sign former Texas A&M dual threat signal caller QB JERROD JOHNSON. Johnson joins the Rattlers after finishing up training camp with the Philadelphia Eagles. Prior to his time with the Eagles, Johnson was selected by the Hartford Colonials (now defunct) as the number one overall pick in the 2011 United Football League Draft.
Rattlers Sign Former New England PatriotArizona Rattlers Press Release
The Arizona Rattlers announce the signing of QB MATT GUTIERREZ.
Gutierrez spent time on the active rosters of the New England Patriots (2007-2008) and the Kansas City Chiefs (2009). He participated in the training camps and practice squads of the Chicago Bears (2010, 2011) and the Washington Redskins (2011).
Rattlers Sign 13 Players to Kick Off Unrestricted Free AgencyArizona Rattlers Press Release
The Arizona Rattlers signed 13 unrestricted free agents today, making additions to the 2012 roster. Transactions will be made official at 3 p.m. MST.
Rattlers Re-Sign LB Tyre GlasperArizona Rattlers Press Release
As a rookie, Glasper started in 17 games at linebacker in 2011. The plug linebacker led the team in tackles for loss with 10, finished second on the team with 7.5 sacks, recorded two safeties and two forced fumbles last season.
Rattlers resign Second Team All-Arena DB/KR Virgil GrayArizona Rattlers Press Release
The Arizona Rattlers announce the re-signing of Second Team All-Arena DB/KR SPECIALIST VIRGIL GRAY for the 2012 season. In Gray's first season with the Rattlers, he collected 79.5 tackles, 28 pass breakups and 10 interceptions.
Nashville could get another Arena Football team by 2013The Tennessean
