Gunslingers, Stars, and Showboats: NFL Stars who Played in the USFL

The 1st version of the United States Football League operated from 1983 to 1985. It started off with 12 teams, expanded to 18 teams, and then finished with 14 teams. It attracted a bunch of key young players right out of college as well as some former NFL players on the back end of their careers. Donald Trump even owned one of the teams! Let's find out how much you remember about this league, the teams, and its players.

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Gunslingers, Stars, and Showboats: NFL Stars who Played in the USFL

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For what team was Bill Polian the General Manager?

For what team did Steve Young play?

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