The San Antonio Brahmas, amidst some injuries, have added another running back. Morgan Ellison, the former Seattle Sea Dragon, has signed with the team.
The United Football League has announced the following transactions: pic.twitter.com/pKKQN1QKti
— UFL Communications Department (@UFL_PR) April 17, 2024
Ellison is someone who instantly makes any UFL roster better. Ellison was with the Sea Dragons in 2023, and played quite well, although injuries hampered what was a productive season. He rushed for 254 yards and a touchdown, having one of the highest PFF grades of the year for Seattle.
Free Agent Watch: RB Morgan Ellison | @XFLSeaDragons
Ellison only played in five games for Seattle this past #XFL season, but impressed with 254 yards and 1 TD, averaging 4.9 YPC. Morgan is a downhill back, and finished with the 4th highest @PFF grade in Seattle. #UFL #USFL pic.twitter.com/xd1Dz9QPZF
— James Larsen (@JamesLarsenPFN) December 26, 2023
He’s a downhill back, who has tremendous breakaway speed when he gets into open space. Morgan was originally picked up by the Arlington Renegades during the dispersal draft process, but surprisingly did not make it through the first round of cuts.
BREAKING: The Arlington Renegades have selected RB Morgan Ellison in the #XFL Dispersal Draft, per source.
Ellison was an outstanding back when utilized this season in Seattle. He finished with the 4th highest @PFF grade on the team. #UFL pic.twitter.com/QHXyNaKNuY
— James Larsen (@JamesLarsenPFN) January 5, 2024
With John Lovett, Anthony McFarland, and Brycen Alleyne all producing nicely in San Antonio, it’ll be interesting to see how Ellison fits into A.J. Smith’s system.
Greg Eiland To IR
In other unfortunate news, the Brahmas lost another player to the injured reserve list. OL Greg Eiland is now likely done for the season, which is a tough blow. Eiland was a starter for their offensive line, playing in over 50 snaps during their first two games. Greg played 29 snaps in week three prior to suffering the injury.
Also, Offensive Coordinator A.J. Smith mentioned today in a media call that OL Chuck Filiaga was also injured, and would likely miss a few weeks.
Final Thoughts
For the San Antonio Brahmas, they will have to figure out how to navigate these rough waters early in the UFL season. After a 2-0 start, they lost to St. Louis this week, and then got news that starting QB Chase Garbers is likely done for the year.
General Manager Marc Lillibridge is likely cooking something up in order to replace Garbers, so keep an eye for some news on that end soon.
What are your thoughts on Morgan Ellison joining the Brahmas? Will they find a replacement for Greg Eiland? Let us know down in the comments below, or join the conversation on Discord!
