UFL Declines to Renew Daryl Johnston's Contract in Football-Operations Overhaul

Overview

• The league confirmed it would not renew Johnston’s deal, thanking him for four years of service.
• Johnston had served as vice president of football operations for the past two seasons following the USFL–XFL merger.
• Repole has outlined a long-term plan to grow from eight to 16 teams over the next decade as the league reshapes its model.
• Recent moves include relocating teams from Michigan, Memphis and San Antonio to Columbus, Louisville and Orlando to boost attendance.
• NBC Sports reports the UFL eliminated all eight general manager positions last week to centralize player acquisition.