The Spring League put together a successful season in 2021, as eight teams battled it out for six weeks to see who would come out on top. Ultimately, the Linemen defeated the Jousters in the Mega Bowl, and took home the championship trophy.
All eight groups featured talented players, but some team rosters stood out above the rest, such as the Jousters, who won their division.
De’Quan Hampton was a part of that Jousters team this season, and showed what he could do at the professional level. Week in and week out he produced solid numbers, and was one of Luis Perez’ favorite targets throughout the year.
News broke today that the defending NFL champions, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, have now added the young tight end to their roster.
BREAKING: #TSLJousters TE De'Quan Hampton has signed with the defending #SuperBowl champion @Buccaneers!@DeQuanHampton is a 2x TSL alum out of @USC_FB.#TSLinNFL pic.twitter.com/6OLCmnHmeI
— The Spring League 🏈 (@TheSpringLeague) July 24, 2021
This is fantastic to see, as it proves what we’ve believed for quite some time now: The Spring League can produce talent that will be seen by those in NFL organizations. While the road ahead for Hampton is going to be a tough one, this is an excellent step in the right direction.
XFL Career
Hampton also took part in the XFL during their shortened 2020 season, playing for the Los Angeles Wildcats. He didn’t see much action to start, but became an important weapon down the stretch. His time in the XFL is best defined by this incredible TD grab against Tampa Bay:
GROWN 👏MAN 👏HANDS!
@DeQuanHampton with his first TD of the season!
#TheWildcatWay | #ForTheLoveOfFootball pic.twitter.com/OwEMJWNzpG— Los Angeles Wildcats (@XFLWildcats) March 9, 2020
The score was followed up by one of the best interviews you will ever see on live TV:
what he said 👀 pic.twitter.com/a9Eu2mZlwK
— Los Angeles Wildcats (@XFLWildcats) March 9, 2020
Conclusion
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers now have another tight end on their roster who can certainly do some damage, when given the chance.
Only time will tell if Hampton will make the 53 man roster before the season starts, but the young man should be confident in his skills to at least grant himself an opportunity.
Did you enjoy watching De’Quan Hampton in the XFL/TSL? What are other Spring League players you think should be in the NFL? Let us know down in the comments below, or join the conversation on Discord!
