The legend is back. It was only a matter of time before Jace Sternberger re-signed with the Birmingham Stallions. The All-USFL tight end has officially returned to the team, beefing up a tight end room that is already stacked.
BREAKING: The Birmingham Stallions have re-signed TE Jace Sternberger.@_Jstern was an All-USFL tight end for the @USFLStallions in 2023 (517 yards, 7 TD), playing a major role in their #USFL Championship win.
Jace had an NFL stint with the Bills this preseason. pic.twitter.com/u8AZ1RUh0p
— James Larsen (@JamesLarsenPFN) November 21, 2023
Jace Sternberger joined the Birmingham Stallions ahead of the 2023 USFL season. The former 3rd round NFL draft pick had a lot to prove, and he did exactly that and more.
From the get go, Sternberger was a go-to target for Alex McGough in Birmingham. He was consistently in the right place at the right time, making all sorts of plays as the Stallions cruised to an 8-2 record.
🐎 @McgoughAlex to @_Jstern to give the @USFLStallions the lead‼️
🎥: @nbc | @peacock pic.twitter.com/W8NZk2NGH4
— USFL (@USFL) June 3, 2023
Jace Sternberger finished the regular season with 517 receiving yards. In addition, he set a modern USFL record with seven receiving touchdowns.
He continued his dominance in the postseason, as the Stallions rode their way to a second Championship in two years. During the year, QB Alex McGough spoke on Jace’s ability to generate big-time plays on offense:
Davion Davis (437yds) and Jace Sternberger (375yds) have been clutch & valuable weapons for Alex McGough in the #USFL this year.
Post-game, @McgoughAlex spoke about their impact, and how @14DDavis & @_Jstern are always in the right place at the right time (📽️: @USFL): pic.twitter.com/jzuYoXMXLi
— James Larsen (@JamesLarsenPFN) June 5, 2023
After his exceptional performance in the USFL, Jace garnered NFL interest. He ended up signing with the Buffalo Bills, spending preseason with the team.
WATCH: Earlier today, former @USFLStallions TE Jace Sternberger caught a screen pass and rumbled for 27 yards for the Bills.@_Jstern was phenomenal in the #USFL this past season, posting 517 receiving yards and seven touchdowns en route to a Championship run. pic.twitter.com/as9kqCpdF2
— James Larsen (@JamesLarsenPFN) August 20, 2023
Sternberger was ultimately released before the NFL regular season. After several weeks as a free agent, he now returns to the Birmingham Stallions for 2024.
Final Thoughts
This is a major re-signing for GM Zach Potter. The young star has put together one of the top teams in all of spring football, and now brings back an elite offensive playmaker.
STERNBERGER WITH THE GAINS! 🔥 💪@McgoughAlex x @_Jstern
🎥: @nbc & @peacock pic.twitter.com/Y1A2nkYOc5
— B2B CHAMPIONSTALLIONS 🏆🏆 (@USFLStallions) July 2, 2023
As it stands right now, the Birmingham Stallions have three tight ends:
Jace Sternberger
Chris Pierce Jr. (FA signing)
Thaddeus Moss
What are your thoughts on Jace Sternberger returning to the Stallions? Which prospect should the team pursue next? Let us know down in the comments below, or join the conversation on Discord!
