Virginia Union running back Jada Byers, one of the most prolific rushers in Division II, will be signing with the UFL’s Memphis Showboats | Steve Wyche

Virginia Union running back Jada Byers, one of the most prolific rushers in Division II, will be signing with the UFL’s Memphis Showboats, according to a source with knowledge of the situation. Byers was the Black College Football Hall of Fame’s Players of the year and was the…

— Steve Wyche (@wyche89) May 19, 2025

News: The Memphis Showboats are signing RB Jada Byers, per @wyche89.

Byers was the CIAA Offensive POTY, rushing for 2,061 yards & 27 TD's during the 2024 season at Virginia Union.

With Wes Hills still banged up, @USFLShowboats bring in a young prospect for depth. #UFL pic.twitter.com/CpxU01hIpR

— James Larsen (@JamesLarsenPFN) May 19, 2025