History of Arlington Renegades in Timeline

The Arlington Renegades are a professional American football team based in Arlington, Texas, competing in the UFL's XFL Conference. Founded as the Dallas Renegades by Vince McMahon's Alpha Entertainment, they are now owned by Dwayne Johnson's Alpha Acquico and Fox Corporation. The team plays its home games at Choctaw Stadium. In 2023, they were crowned XFL Champions after a 4-6 regular season record and a 2-0 playoff run. The Renegades participated in the 2024 UFL merger and began the season against the Birmingham Stallions.

1952: Dallas Texans in Dallas

In 1952, Dallas was home to the NFL's Dallas Texans.

1960: Dallas Texans in Dallas

From 1960, Dallas was home to the American Football League's Dallas Texans.

1962: Dallas Texans in Dallas

Till 1962, Dallas was home to the American Football League's Dallas Texans.

1971: Texas Football League Folds

In 1971, the Texas Football League, including the Dallas Rockets and Fort Worth Braves, folded midway through the season.

December 5, 2018: Dallas Announced as XFL City

On December 5, 2018, Dallas was announced as one of eight cities to join the newly reformed XFL.

February 7, 2019: Bob Stoops Hired as Head Coach

On February 7, 2019, Bob Stoops was hired as the Dallas team's head coach, becoming the XFL's first head coaching hire.

April 23, 2019: Chris Woods Named Defensive Coordinator

On April 23, 2019, Bob Stoops named Chris Woods as his defensive coordinator.

May 16, 2019: Hal Mumme Named Offensive Coordinator

On May 16, 2019, Bob Stoops named Hal Mumme as his offensive coordinator.

August 21, 2019: Team Name and Logo Revealed

On August 21, 2019, the team name and logo were revealed.

October 15, 2019: Landry Jones Assigned to Renegades

On October 15, 2019, the Renegades announced their first player in team history, former NFL quarterback Landry Jones.

December 3, 2019: Team Uniforms Revealed

On December 3, 2019, the team uniforms were revealed.

April 10, 2020: XFL Suspends Operations

On April 10, 2020, the XFL suspended operations due to the COVID-19 pandemic, terminating all employees, players, and staff.

August 3, 2020: Dwayne Johnson Consortium Purchases XFL

On August 3, 2020, a consortium led by Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Dany Garcia, and Gerry Cardinale purchased the XFL for $15 million.

August 7, 2020: Purchase of XFL Approved

On August 7, 2020, the purchase of the XFL by the Dwayne Johnson consortium received court approval.

2020: Inaugural Game Loss to Battlehawks

In 2020, the Dallas Renegades first met the St. Louis Battlehawks in each franchise's inaugural game during Week 1 of the XFL season, losing 15-9.

2020: Scheduled Meeting Cancelled

In 2020, the Renegades and Defenders were scheduled to meet in Week 6 of the XFL season, but the league ceased operations one week before the game due to COVID-19 concerns.

April 13, 2022: Bob Stoops Hired as Head Coach

On April 13, 2022, the XFL hired Bob Stoops as Head Coach, expecting him to coach Dallas.

July 24, 2022: Return of Dallas XFL Franchise Confirmed as Arlington

On July 24, 2022, the return of a Dallas XFL franchise was confirmed, known as "Arlington", with Bob Stoops as coach.

October 31, 2022: Renegades Name and Logo Returning

On October 31, 2022, the XFL officially announced the return of the Renegades name with a new logo.

September 2023: XFL and USFL Merger Talks

In September 2023, Axios reported that the XFL was in advanced talks with the USFL to merge the two leagues prior to the start of their 2024 seasons.

September 28, 2023: XFL and USFL Announce Intent to Merge

On September 28, 2023, the XFL and USFL announced their intent to merge, with details to be announced later, pending regulatory approval.

October 2023: XFL Files Trademark for United Football League

In October 2023, the XFL filed a trademark application for the name "United Football League".

November 30, 2023: Regulatory Approval Received for Merger

On November 30, 2023, Dany Garcia announced that the XFL and USFL leagues had received regulatory approval for their merger, with plans to begin a "combined season" on March 30, 2024.