USFL, XFL announce intent to merge

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The USFL and XFL on Thursday each announced their intention to merge into a single spring football league.

"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 leagues," read the statement on the XFL website. "This historic com