Overview
- Houston announced it will not participate in the 2026 season and will refund 2026 season-ticket holders.
- The SaberCats reached the 2025 MLR final after winning the Western Conference, falling 28–22 to the New England Free Jacks.
- Confirmed non-participants for 2026 now include Houston, Miami Sharks and NOLA Gold, with San Diego Legion and RFC Los Angeles merging as the California Legion.
- The California Legion plan home matches in San Diego, Los Angeles and Orange County, consolidating the Southern California market.
- Canadian Press reporting lists seven remaining clubs for 2026: New England, Utah, California, Old Glory DC, Seattle, Chicago and Anthem RC.