Chris Lawton
CFL USA CardsWeek 10 in the #CFL was a strong one for the American expansion teams in 1995.
Congrats to the Birmingham Barracudas, Baltimore Stallions, Memphis Mad Dogs, & San Antonio Texans! 🎉
Only the Shreveport Pirates didn’t record a win. 😥
Additionally, since the Texans were the relocated Sacramento Gold Miners (formerly the WLAF Sacramento Surge), both of which featured teal in their branding, this color selection wasn't an odd choice.
@3DownNation on San Antonio Texans at #42: "Teal was an odd choice for team, considering the colour has nothing to do with cowboys or Texas." https://3downnation.com/2024/12/27/ranking-every-primary-cfl-logo-ever-50-31/
Counterpoint: In the 1990s, 11 of 22 new/renamed Big 4 league teams used teal and/or purple. #CFL was relevant! 🩵
After losing to the Sacramento Gold Miners 18-0 in November 1994, Baltimore Stallions owner Jim Speros attended CFL meetings to support a name change for the league.
Names suggested: International Football League, North American Football League and Canadian-American Football League.
James Speros and the 1994 Baltimore CFL Football Club extend their warm wishes this holiday season!
'Tis the season for American expansion!
