Breaking News: North East Arkansas Knights Join the GDFL!

Blytheville, Arkansas — The Iron keeps getting hotter! The Gridiron Developmental Football League (GDFL) continues its remarkable expansion, adding another powerhouse to its growing roster of franchise organizations. As divisions take shape, the Impact and Xtreme Conferences are becoming more competitive than ever — the stakes are high as we prepare for the 2026 campaign!

The GDFL is proud to welcome the North East Arkansas Knights, a program ready to make a major impact in the upcoming Summer Season. The Knights have been actively recruiting top talent from across the state, assembling a foundation built for long-term success and sustained excellence.

Owner Joshua Hall shared his excitement about the move:

“Joining the GDFL means a lot to me personally. The talent and skill level in this league is unmatched. From being a former player with the Memphis Blast to now owning the North East Arkansas Knights, it truly feels like a homecoming — not just for me, but for several players who’ve competed in this league before. We knew this was the best opportunity for our organization to gain national exposure and become the powerhouse we know we can be in the North East Arkansas area for many years to come.”

The Knights are poised to bring passion, pride, and hard-hitting football to the GDFL as they prepare to represent Arkansas on the national stage.

The road to greatness continues — #WEAREGDFL | #THEBRAND