
Athens’ New Indoor Football Team Lets Fans Pick Its Identity
The franchise, owned by former NFL stars, will begin play in March 2027 after a community-driven naming contest that echoes the success of the Athens Rock Lobsters.
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The franchise, owned by former NFL stars, will begin play in March 2027 after a community-driven naming contest that echoes the success of the Athens Rock Lobsters.

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Athens, Georgia, known for its University of Georgia football culture and music legacy, is adding a new indoor football franchise backed by former NFL standouts and scheduled to play through July 2027.

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Georgia’s first Indoor Football League team will be based in Athens, with a free kickoff event featuring appearances by Jerome Bettis, Brian Jordan, David Pollack and Mark Richt.