They kept their kickoff style and they kept the transparency. The XFL is back, baby, and I do hope it stays for good, this time.

@Elipsis150

Жыл бұрын

I think it will. I think the 2020 iteration of the XFL would have survived had it not been for the pandemic hitting when it did.

@Deagnetic

Жыл бұрын

​@Elipsis150 100% but this iteration with ESPN backing has huge potential. I wish for a merge with the USFL teams with the XFL ruleset to make it even more legitimate

@ShaneDouglas713

Жыл бұрын

Same here

@ShaneDouglas713

Жыл бұрын

​@@Elipsis150 FACTS

@johnsmith-ko8vq

Жыл бұрын

@@Deagnetic feel like the other one was set up better to succeed it was broadcasting on 3 different networks NBC fox ESPN. But hopefully it succeeds with ESPn

Man i was let down when they canceled the 2020 season with my boy pj walker killin it. Glad were back !

@andrewmartinez9613

Жыл бұрын

They were undefeated before that season ended early

@holdthetruthhostage

Жыл бұрын

Yup hurt man

Can’t tell if Houston is good or if Orlando is bad, but as a Broncos fan watching Lynch took me back 😌

@Hinokami73

Жыл бұрын

I watch the game and for me Roughnecks are good, and Guardians are fine but out of sync, a lot of good plays but missing the right rhythm, at least it's what I think in my humble opinion 🙃

@UndressforAndres

Жыл бұрын

Lynch only been on the team a couple weeks, he’s got a lot of catching up to do, if he’s got any shot

@Jaire.

Жыл бұрын

Hopefully Cody Latimer has a good szn

@davidrobinson3154

Жыл бұрын

Guardians don't have tackles. Blindside especially. O-line is in shambles so I'm not expecting much

@deanaldham3043

Жыл бұрын

It’s like the usfl last year. First lot of games weren’t great . Once the teams got used to everything. They were ok

Houston Roughnecks still undefeated baby! 🤘🏾😁🤘🏾

Ain't Nothing wrong with Spring Football 🏈🏈

@SexyBiskela

Жыл бұрын

+1

@pykemid3954

Жыл бұрын

fk ya i neveer understand why football never play in spring so wierd

@wwaterr13

Жыл бұрын

​@@pykemid3954 don't know spring has way better weather than Winter

@TheBrotherHoodSports

Жыл бұрын

@@pykemid3954 because football was created for soldiers that push themselves to the brink not punks. Its a military sports

@mneno1218

Жыл бұрын

Evens the playing field too in some of the areas where the weather is at its worst in the late fall and winter

I'm glad the XFL is back. This is the best way to have a "minor league" for the NFL and a testing ground for new ideas to improve and refresh the original game.

@FlameWingMan

Жыл бұрын

Even though they're not a minor league for the NFL in regards to players

@civi_mane_318

Жыл бұрын

couldn’t have said better.

@musicum22

Жыл бұрын

Honestly it will benefit the XFL more than the NFL. There are many players on the cusp on making a roster or maybe are un drafted and dont make a team. It gives guys an opportunity to play the sport they love. They only get paid 60k plus benefits. Not a lot of money to risk a major injury. So I respect these guys a lot. I hope its successful in the long run so these guys can get paid more money.

@FlameWingMan

Жыл бұрын

@@musicum22 thing Is..the more successful the league becomes the more the pay increases where it will go from 60k to 80k/100k

@musicum22

Жыл бұрын

@@FlameWingMan i hope so. I am just saying from a standpoint of safety vs compensation i would hope its successful. I enjoyed the first 2 games very much. Smooth flow of the game and decent play. The refs are a little suspect but in general they let the guys play.

Lynch only been on the team a couple weeks, no excuse but I’m sure it plays apart, he’s got a lot of catching up to do. Wade Philips is one helluva defensive genius the Roughnecks we’re swarming everywhere good stuff

XFL IS BACK!!!! 2020 version was real good. Seems like they retained a lot of the rules from that version. Love it!! It's going to be good.

@brentduanefoster

Жыл бұрын

I’m quickly becoming a fan.

Man it feels good to see wade back in Houston.

@iamlazarow3526

Жыл бұрын

Knomsayennnnn

Great crowd energy

@colesunwood1656

Жыл бұрын

I cant tell if this is sarcasm or not, but either way for the amount of people there it was pretty loud

@judoka.

Жыл бұрын

@@colesunwood1656 i can’t tell either, but they didn’t open the whole stadium.

@Thatmanbb

Жыл бұрын

I was there we got loud asf

@richardsinclair7661

Жыл бұрын

@@judoka. Why would they? They don't expect to pull numbers that big. Frankly, attendance was pretty great for the opening weekend of a brand new league, though the XFL did have a few other iterations and that might explain the attendance. They didn't have to start completely fresh like the AAF.

@judoka.

Жыл бұрын

@@richardsinclair7661 i never said it wasn’t.

Loved watching Houston and man you know wade Phillips truly appreciates all them guys hard work.

Great first day of the XFL! Can’t wait for tomorrow for even better games 🔥

Definitely room for another football league… love spring ball and hope the XFL and USFL merge eventually to form a viable second league…. AFL/NFL style

@NineballChris

Жыл бұрын

XFC and USFC :)

@anothnypitt443

Жыл бұрын

Prolly will never merge due to the sheer talent difference, but it can be a good feeder system for the NFL, and might be a cooler option to go with for low/mid tier high school recruits who maybe wanna get paid and get experience.

@bryanrendon3588

Жыл бұрын

@@TheWrestlinEra probably cost too much to run a team in LA and NY, Texas is football country and a lot less pricey

@judoka.

Жыл бұрын

@@TheWrestlinEra oh there’s definitely a need, in texas, football is a religion.

@superjonh1000

Жыл бұрын

A merger would be a little too much, the leagues have some key differences in rules and whatnot, but they could have like a game between the champs of both league, call it the Spring Bowl or smth, would be cool

Always wonder how NFL players play for 15 years, and some of these guys are extremely good, but never get a chance to play in the big league, I am surprised to see how good these games are, keep it up xfl, u are finally here to stay

Wade Philips just ain’t gonna be fair in the XFL he’s too good of a coach excited to see how the roughnecks play the rest of the year!

Can't wait to for this version to build up and have ourselves some good football with this AND USFL...

Nice to see Max Borghi gets to play somewhere. The Steelers didn't even give him a chance, gave him one play for +3 yards. Don't know how much they are going to run in this league, but he should emerge as a stud.

@dalemccall953

Жыл бұрын

You're right about Max Borghi NFL. Broncos - Steelers didn't give him a chance. He's very good !!

As a Broncos fan my PTSD was triggered last night 🤣🤣🤣

This league is amazing.

Max Bhorgi needs to earn himself a contract in the NFL. I watched him at WSU and the dude plays a lot like Christian McCaffery. He's small and stocky but also extremely angile and quick. Has great hands and can be used at the WR position and to run screens. And is a decent pass blocker when asked to protect the QB. He's a product of someone who didn't receive the attention and spotlight he deserved in college cause he played for the Cougars who always fall under the radar and never is talked about or shown national wise. But game 1 in the XFL and he immediately made big plays and scored. I hope dude ends up in the NFL next season he's a diamond the rough as they say. And he's not as good as McCaffery but he's definitely a play maker and has versatility. Darren Sproles kind of role would be perfect.

I love how they can challenge any penalties. Love Spring football

@holdthetruthhostage

Жыл бұрын

Best Football

@IllSellYouForFun

Жыл бұрын

@@holdthetruthhostageit’s not ridiculous to say that

@holdthetruthhostage

Жыл бұрын

@@IllSellYouForFun yo the NFL devolves man, you do know celebrating was brought back what 2015 after they removed it, the safety issues, the league had no competition & just does whatever they want to the point I barely watch at all with all the BS

@Iceyy10

Жыл бұрын

@@holdthetruthhostage exactly

Aside from calling a clear Houston INT as a Viper’s TD, this was a great game and I was really impressed by the level of play all around.

@scottbentley7920

Жыл бұрын

That's what I thought too. When I first saw it it looked like a pick by the roughnecks

@lonnielhawthorne1422

Жыл бұрын

Thought i was trippin that was a clear int

@rocknrollalien3955

Жыл бұрын

Dean Blandino was feeling the time, and wanted to make a quick decision for tv.

@_______________.__

Жыл бұрын

@@rocknrollalien3955 Na it just has to be 100% clear and obv for him to overturn it, since it wasnt he has to let it stand. Im certain that he wouldve liked the ref to call it as an int on the play instead of a td

@rocknrollalien3955

Жыл бұрын

@@_______________.__ , I mostly agree with you. I just think that Dean could've pieced together the back and side angles to make a more definitive decision.

Nice to see people with skills get a chance to display them.

Roughnecks picking up where they left off as the XFLs best team last time around. Love the games but Paxton Lynch is one of the worst QBs I've ever seen,...NFL, XFL, USFL. Doesn't matter

@DamnitHarold

Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂 you’re not lying

@c.a.t4607

Жыл бұрын

Lol... You know it's bad when you're looking for a new QB after the first game no matter what the outcome the only thing that was clear was the QB sucks

@Brendacho

Жыл бұрын

This is the guy John Elway wanted to lead a franchise with 🤣 could’ve waited for Lamar, Mahomes, Allen, or really any good QB in the NFL right now but noooo…this nobody from Memphis is the next franchise QB

@kaminator515

Жыл бұрын

@@Brendacho Totally agree with you

@KaylonWay_

Жыл бұрын

They all love em cause he 6'5 😭😭😭

Interesting first two games today. Nice to see fans at the stadium. It appears though that like 2020, the roughnecks could be a legitimate contender

Let’s go Roughnecks, they looked good!

The defense in this game is world class 🤘🏽 yeeet

Man hope they make 2 more divisions. There’s a lot of potential for the XFL

And still undefeated

Maaaiiinnnee !!! Houston REALLY showed up for their Roughnecks last night. As someone from Dallas can't help but be a little jealous. Can't wait to see Renegades vs Roughnecks 🏈 Thanks XFL

YES FOOTBALL ALL YEAR LETS GO

The new kickoff formation looks much safer than blasting eachother at full speed like the NFL.

@g-mancollections5264

Жыл бұрын

But we still get to see the play happen.

@jiovanysoltero923

Жыл бұрын

I see a little bit of rugby influence with both linemen 5 yards away from you in a test of strength when the catch happens.pretty cool

@jacoyus2012

Жыл бұрын

NFL definitely gotta be taking notes

@GlamprinceRockking

Жыл бұрын

Nah the kick off style sucks.

The legend PJ walker came from the Houston roughness, glad to see there still winning

Those Houston unis are hard 🔥🔥

Honestly these games are more exciting then nba games , XFL IS HERE AND FOOTBALL IS BACK 😎😎

Was a roughnecks fan before, and a roughnecks fan again. Let's go Houston!!! I really hope it stays around this time it's really good!

this is great football im really impressed and kind of shocked love how the guys tackle very well coached players all around great job XFL

I will never miss a chance to laugh at Lynch for the damage he did to the Broncos franchise

I really like the XFL having new ideas and even officials booth review too get explanations and what they're seeing.

I really like that the officiating is viewed and there’s a sky cam. Every play can be challenged. The extra point and onside kick are great additions. Very good football to watch.

XFL had potential years ago and again before Covid I think this time it’s a go!!!

Go Roughnecks good game i love xfl football!

First time watching the XFL I was entertained great game

This is a great product 👍💯 always love the XFL

If T.O. wants to play come play with these guys

Pretty cool seeing Cole McDonald play since we never saw him do much with the Titans before being cut.

I cant wait for the storyline of the XFL Superstar being scouted by the NFL and getting their chance with the big boys

@TheOrangePatriot

Жыл бұрын

that could be negotiated . give us (XFL) our cut and he is yours.

@Cooe.

Жыл бұрын

... That's literally already happened. See PJ Walker or Donald Parham Jr from the 2020 rendition.

Something I'm becoming a fan of is interviewing players on the sideline after they make a play; let's us see some personality and the excitement they guys have after scoring or making a defensive stop.

What a great game it was. Well done, XFL

I think the only people that can kill the XFL and other alternative leagues are the elistist football fans themselves with their "no true scottsman" attitude. This was high quality football and extremely entertaining to watch. Bring me more of it!

I Really enjoyed watching the XFL AND XFL YOU WON MY HEART ❤️ CONGRATULATIONS 🏆 A SUCCESSFUL XFL START!

1:36 They should incorporate that in the NFL where they can stream the VAR review coming either from the stadium or in the office of New York because I know that some NFL fans want to hear why the call stands or overturns when they watch the game on TV

It looks like Roughnecks picked up were they left off that last team started 5-0 and now still undefeated in the new XFL

I'm surprised at just how big name some of these coaches for these minor league teams are! Wade Phillips being just one. Dude was a great defensive minded coach for a long time in the NFL.

This is the closest we gonna get to getting the Houston Oilers back.

Only problem is these forced interviews 2 seconds after the player touches the sideline😭

It doesn’t have to compete with the NFL for me. Too many people crying over it vs NFL - who cares - pro football is a good watch either way. Very entertaining

Rough neck soldier🏈👀👍

Man this is fun to watch

I like what I'm seeing out of the XFL. Can't wait to see the rest of the season. I love the super transparent booth reviews. The new kickoff format is growing on me. Whatever it takes to get more kickoff return attempts, I'm down with. Would love if they added a rule that joint possession catches always default to the passing team. That way the defense is always responsible for the strip or the interception. That way they know ahead of time what they gotta do.

My boy Wade Phillips is probably one of my favorite coaches watching growing up love the dude will be rooting for him all season. Love the XFL hope it turns out to be a great season

Hyped. Must see a roughneck game this season

6-0 baby!

Great football today, cant wait for tomorrow and the rest of the season!!!!

Good win for Houston I think there the best team in the XFL

Watched all 4 games, Houston’s definitely gonna be the team to stop this year. Loving the XFL so far though very exciting plays and entertaining to watch. Far from boring football

I LOVE that we can see the booth reviews

Love seeing more football!!

I see that Paxton Lynch is in mid-season form.

I really like the XFL! The new rules are dope and it works! The problem i have is why did they start in the middle of the all star weekend and the elimination chamber? But I love it! Real exciting!

I like the view from officiating HQ. Transparency provides understanding. I’m quickly becoming a fan of the XFL!!!

Why are the Guardians in Orlando. Why is the XFL ignoring the entire NJ/NY market?

Wish Dwayne Johnson would add a Atl team or usfl add one i just wanna play ball again been wanting play for a long time

Spring football- I’m here for it 🏈

XFL Please fix the score screen on the bottom. It doesn’t need to be this big…

Them Roughneck Boys back bby

3:14 GORE!!!!! GORE!!!! GOOOOORRRRRRREEEEEE!!!!!!

LET'S GO ROUGHNECKS!!! 🤘😃

it would be dope if there was ever a XFL-USFL championship game, kind of like the OG AFL-NFL games

As a Broncos fan from Orlando, I absolutely LOATHE having to watch Paxton Lynch be on this team! But I enjoy seeing Cody Latimer again 🙏🏻🙏🏻

More football is always good 🔥🔥🔥

They need to have better camera angles

I think this new style of kickoff is actually pretty cool.. I didn’t think I’d like it when I heard about it but seeing what it actually is in an official game changed my opinion. I think the traditional kickoff we have is the cooler and imo it was a lot of fun to be a gunner or returner when I played but the risk of injury is astronomical with that style of kickoff and the new one in the XFL may not be as flashy but it will exponentially mitigate injury.

@kurtpjung

Жыл бұрын

It's definitely interesting. I just don't see how a team is supposed to onside kick in this setup? I saw a suggestion once that the scoring team gets 4th and 15 from like their own 35-yard line or whatever, and then they can choose to punt or try to go for it which I think would be a lot of fun to see. If teams get desperate there's the chance for trickery with a fake punt call or the like and punt returns are much lower injury risk than kickoffs.

Do smell what the XFL is cooking 💪🏾 3pt options is very interesting 🔥

Houston has some offense and can create turnovers. They look like a good team in this league.

I’m excited that there’s football after the nfl now. We also got usfl comin 😄😄😄

Roughnecks still undefeated baby

My brother and I are excited! Even though our NFL cities (Philly and NE) don't have teams lol But he picked the Vegas Vipers and I went Seattle Dragons for the name and colors lmao

@1Scath

Жыл бұрын

Let's grow this league and get some more teams in the coming years

@jrmako7933

Жыл бұрын

@@1Scath I’m hoping that’s exactly what happens!! I want it to grow more for the players ability to keep playing the game they love, so more teams means more opportunities for these guys 🙌💙

@jrmako7933

Жыл бұрын

@@1Scath What team are you rooting for?

I wish the aaf and xfl combined a few years ago because you gotta love watching football year round

Those Houston helmets are really really nice.

That actually a good kickoff format for player safety you don’t have someone running full speed hitting someone who is standing near staitionary

Was a good game, interested to see how this year plays out. But man, maybe it's just me but I absolutely hate the ingame interviews

XFL is back 🏈👀👍

Uniforms look dope

@kingchaos6050

Жыл бұрын

Glad you like ‘em, I sure don’t!

Wade Phillips is definitely gonna get his players ‘NFL Ready’ this Winter great job by Wade

Still undefeated baby

As a Hawaii Football fan, it was cool to see cole mcdonald out there killing it! Thanks for giving us a season of respectability at least lol 🤙

XFL for the win!!

Those Houston uniforms are nice something different finally

I'm telling u Andrew Jamiel is gonna be a star. His route running is amazing.