The XFL returns, but that is not the only entity that will be looking for a renaissance. There are still a number of familiar faces from the NFL who are looking to continue their careers in pro football with success in the alternative league.
Here are seven former Houston Texans fans should keep an eye on when the XFL kicks off on Feb. 9.
1. CB Charles James, Houston Roughnecks
The star of 2015’s HBO series Hard Knocks and fan favorite in Houston, James has returned to his footballing home. Traded by the St. Louis Battlehawks earlier this year, the 29-year-old former New York Giant has 21 regular-season appearances to his name with the Texans over the course of three years. The 5-9 veteran of the failed AAF is clearly excited to be back in the south as he looks to continue his football career.
So refreshing to be back in Houston the love is real
— Charles James II (@CJDeuce_) January 30, 2020