DULUTH, Minn. — The Minnesota Monsters have reloaded their roster ahead of the 2026 Arena Football One season, announcing the signings of 13 new players as the franchise prepares for its first year in the league.
The Monsters added a mix of veteran experience and young athleticism, highlighted by newcomers De’ron Maxwell, Dontae Mason, Ledarian McAllister, Labarron Mallory, Clarence Taylor III, William Walters, Rome Weber, Robert Fuentes, Bikembe Kearney, Aaron Jackson, Aedan Johnson, Richy Darnell Anderson II, and Demetrich Anderton.
Team officials said the new class reflects a commitment to improving depth, speed, and physicality on both sides of the ball.
Several of the signees bring prior indoor football experience, while others will make their professional debut when the Monsters open training camp this spring at historic Duluth Arena.
The Monsters are expected to announce additional roster moves and staff updates in the coming weeks as preparations continue for the 2026 AF1 season.
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Nashville Kats have re-signed quarterback Tyler Kulka for the 2026 AF1 season, keeping one of the league’s top passers in place after a run to the 2025 Arena Crown Championship Game.
Kulka threw for 1,722 yards and 31 touchdowns during the 2025 regular season, driving one of the AF1’s most potent offenses with steady accuracy and big-play flair. He elevated his performance in the postseason, totaling 597 passing yards and 12 touchdowns to help push Nashville to the title game.
Known for his poise under pressure, Kulka was a key factor in the Kats’ success and has established himself as one of the AF1’s most reliable signal-callers.
With the league’s re-signing period underway, teams are moving quickly to retain core talent before free agency begins. Nashville’s deal with Kulka signals its intent to build on last season’s momentum and make another championship run in 2026.
