Reports: AAF suspending operations; co-founder Polian states disappointment
With the Alliance of American Football league’s future in jeopardy, the Memphis Express is 2-6 after struggling to find a consistent quarterback. Coach Mike Singletary pulled in one of the worst records in the league through eight games. In last Saturday's 34-31 loss to the Orlando Apollos, Express wide receiver Dontez Byrd (18) catches a pass from quarterback Brandon Silvers (12). (Patrick Lantrip/Daily Memphian)
The Alliance of American Football, including the Memphis Express, was expected to formally announce Tuesday afternoon that it is suspending operations until further notice.
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Alliance of American Football League Johnny Manziel Memphis Express Mike Singletary Tom DundonJonah Jordan
Jonah Jordan was born and raised in Memphis, graduated from the University of Memphis and has covered the Memphis Tigers for three years. When he's not writing, he enjoys golfing and eating barbecue.
Clay Bailey
Clay Bailey, a lifelong Memphian, has worked as a reporter in the city four decades. He concentrated on suburban coverage for the bulk of his career, except for a stint as sports editor of The Daily Memphian when it launched in September 2018. He now is suburban editor and also serves as a freelance sports writer for The Associated Press.
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