Chicago Enforcers
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The Only Season
The Chicago Enforcers were a short-lived American football team based in Chicago, Illinois. This team was part of the failed XFL begun by Vince McMahon of the World Wrestling Federation and by NBC, a major television network in the United States. NBC dropped the XFL concept after the first season in 2001 due to dismal ratings, and the dissolution of the league was announced shortly afterwards. Among their players was former NFL Running Back LeShon Johnson who played for the Green Bay Packers, Arizona Cardinals and the New York Giants. He was starting tailback for the Cardinals for most of 1996. He led the Enforcers with 6 rushing touchdowns which was 2nd in the league. They also had former NFL Running Back John Avery (football player) who played for the Miami Dolphins.
The Enforcers were part of the Eastern Division with the Orlando Rage, New York/New Jersey Hitmen and the Birmingham Thunderbolts. They finished in 2nd place with a 5-5 record to make the Playoffs. They lost in the Playoffs to the Los Angeles Xtreme 33-16.
Team Leaders
- Rushing Yards: 800 John Avery (league leader)
- Receiving Yards: 546 Aaron Bailey
- Passing Yards: 1168 Kevin McDougal