United States Football League
Starting in 1980, Dixon was again proposing a pro football league that played its games in the spring and summer. On May 11, 1982, Dixon was able to announce the formation of the 12-team league, which played for three seasons from 1983 to 1985. After becoming the founder of the USFL, Dixon sold his franchise rights and departed the league.
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