ShadowFrog
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I will admit my ignorance in advance. That said, was there any interest in Max from Canadian football? Or is that less preferable than the XFL?
FWST: How has Max Duggan fared in his first season in the United Football League?
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FrogAbroad
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LFA Player Salaries: The Breakdown
As of recent data, the LFA operates under a team salary cap of approximately $3,000,000 MXN (about $167,000 USD) per season. Player compensation is structured into five tiers.- Level 1 – Foreign Players: These athletes, limited to 12 per team, receive the highest salaries along with housing and meal allowances.
- Level 2 – Franchise Players: Top Mexican players in this category earn the second-highest salaries, also with housing and meal benefits.
- Level 3 – Starters: Typically 17 to 20 players per team fall into this group, earning less than franchise players.
- Level 4 – Depth Chart Players: These players receive symbolic bonuses.
- Level 5 – Practice Squad: Compensation is provided only if they participate in games.
While exact figures for each level aren't publicly detailed, reports suggest that many players earn around $500 USD per month during the season, supplemented by medical benefits.
Fútbol Americano de México (FAM)
Another league, the Fútbol Americano de México (FAM), had a lower team salary cap of $1,300,000 MXN (approximately $66,000 USD) per season. Player salaries in FAM were generally symbolic, with limited financial compensation.Final Thoughts
In summary, while American football is gaining traction in Mexico, the financial rewards for players remain modest. Many athletes participate for the love of the game, often balancing football with other careers. However, as the sport's popularity grows, there's hope for increased investment and better compensation in the future.
Yeah but he he has mechanical issues. ( while you don't describe what the mech issues are) But But he's got footwork problems ya'll dare not elaborate do ya. The guy was runner up for the Heisman. You are not runner up for the heisman unless you're Alpha. Ashton Jeanty was runner up last year and I think he'll be OK.
Max had 65%, 70%, 75% comp percentages out of the last 5 games. Sure he had 36 % and 55% in 2 of those last 5 games but they won them all. The rice pudding will be whether he deserves an honest chance over Skylar Thompson, Zach Wilson, Adrian Martinez, Nick Mullins, Jake Browning and another dozen waifs. Max is an NFL player.
BleedNPurple
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That was same as run for TD against UT to beat them in austin sophomore year.
BleedNPurple
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Max reminds me of Doug Flutie -
At 5’10” and 180 pounds, he was considered too small for the NFL, where taller quarterbacks were traditionally favored. After struggling to secure a consistent role in the NFL early in his career with the Chicago Bears and New England Patriots, Flutie joined the Canadian Football League (CFL) in 1990. There, he excelled, playing eight seasons with the BC Lions, Calgary Stampeders, and Toronto Argonauts. He threw for over 41,000 yards, set a single-season record with 6,619 passing yards in 1991, won three Grey Cups, and was named the CFL’s Most Outstanding Player six times. His dominance earned him the title of the greatest CFL player of all time in a 2006 TSN poll.
Flutie returned to the NFL in 1998 with the Buffalo Bills, where he had a breakout season, earning a Pro Bowl selection and the NFL Comeback Player of the Year award. He went on to play for the San Diego Chargers and New England Patriots, finishing his NFL career with 86 touchdown passes and a 37–28 record as a starter. Despite his smaller stature, Flutie’s mobility, accuracy, and playmaking ability—honed in the CFL—proved he could succeed in the NFL, inspiring other undersized quarterbacks. Max has the height and size but maybe doesn’t thread the needle the way NFL teams expect his grit to win like Flutie can overcome that. Max will get another shot!
At 5’10” and 180 pounds, he was considered too small for the NFL, where taller quarterbacks were traditionally favored. After struggling to secure a consistent role in the NFL early in his career with the Chicago Bears and New England Patriots, Flutie joined the Canadian Football League (CFL) in 1990. There, he excelled, playing eight seasons with the BC Lions, Calgary Stampeders, and Toronto Argonauts. He threw for over 41,000 yards, set a single-season record with 6,619 passing yards in 1991, won three Grey Cups, and was named the CFL’s Most Outstanding Player six times. His dominance earned him the title of the greatest CFL player of all time in a 2006 TSN poll.
Flutie returned to the NFL in 1998 with the Buffalo Bills, where he had a breakout season, earning a Pro Bowl selection and the NFL Comeback Player of the Year award. He went on to play for the San Diego Chargers and New England Patriots, finishing his NFL career with 86 touchdown passes and a 37–28 record as a starter. Despite his smaller stature, Flutie’s mobility, accuracy, and playmaking ability—honed in the CFL—proved he could succeed in the NFL, inspiring other undersized quarterbacks. Max has the height and size but maybe doesn’t thread the needle the way NFL teams expect his grit to win like Flutie can overcome that. Max will get another shot!
AroundWorldFrog
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If only the cartels could sponsor....
ShadowFrog
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Good details & summary, thanks.
I concur.
WhatTheFrog
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They can do anything they want down there.
Frognosticator
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We'd see names like "Mules", "Assassins", "Dealers" and "Chemists".
TopFrog
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Former Chargers draft pick puts up some notable UFL highlights
A former Chargers draft pick continues to stand out in a different league.
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Former Chargers draft pick puts up some notable UFL highlights
Chris Roling | May 25, 2025
In a note that may only likely interest Los Angeles Chargers fans, a former draft pick continues to excel in the UFL.
That’s former seventh-round pick Max Duggan, anyway.
The former TCU star and 239th pick by the Chargers in the 2023 draft, Duggan put up a few notable highlights that made the rounds on social media recently as he led the St. Louis Battlehawks of the UFL.
Most recently, Duggan took his 7-2 Battlehawks to a 39-13 win over the one-win San Antonio Brahmas, going 12-of-17 for 133 yards and a score in the process.
Duggan spent the bulk of his rookie NFL season with the Chargers before going to the UFL the next winter. He was brought to St. Louis as a sort of AJ McCarron replacement, then eventually took over the starting role in 2025.
While a minor footnote, Duggan is another interesting storyline behind Justin Herbert over the last few years. It's a tradition -- hence the Chargers currently rostering infamous bust Trey Lance and notable UDFA DJ Uiagalelei.
Frognosticator
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Anyone know why Duggan isn’t playing?
They sat him early last week. Since he is their backup QB and they are set for the playoffs they are protecting him.
ShreveFrog
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Max is the starter. They are protecting him.
